Periodicals Received by the Library, By Title

Minnesota State Agency Periodicals

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Animal Bytes (www.bah.state.mn.us/animal-bytes)     Issues received
Monthly     Publisher: Minn. Board of Animal Health

Delivers information on animal health news regarding diseases, vaccinations and more.

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CCLD Review (www.dli.mn.gov/about-department/news-and-media/ccld-review-newsletter)     Issues received
Quarterly     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Labor and Industry

'Promotes safe, healthy work and living environments in Minnesota and informs construction and code professionals about the purpose, plans and progress of Construction Codes and Licensing Division' of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.

Compact (Minn. Dept. of Labor and Industry) (www.dli.mn.gov/business/workers-compensation/work-comp-compact-newsletter)     Issues received
Quarterly     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Labor and Industry

'Provides workers' compensation related department news and case information' from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.

Companion, The (www.msa.state.mn.us/Content2/msa-newsletters)     Issues received
Quarterly     Publisher: Minn. State Academy for the Deaf
(Not available for Contents Page service.)

Highlights the academic and after school programs offered by the Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf.

Constellations (mn.gov/admin/star/media/newsletter)     Issues received
Quarterly     Publisher: STAR Program
(Not available for Contents Page service.)

Includes short articles about assistive technologies for people with disabilities, from the System of Technology to Achieve Results (STAR).

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Disease Control Newsletter (www.health.state.mn.us/divs/idepc/newsletters/dcn/index.html)     Issues received
Annual     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Health

Contains articles on infectious diseases and the public health in Minnesota.

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El Minnesotano (mn.gov/mcla/resources)     Issues received
Irregular     Publisher: Chicano Latino Affairs Council

EQB Monitor (www.eqb.state.mn.us/eqb-monitor)     Issues received
Weekly     Publisher: Minn. Environmental Quality Board

'Lists descriptions and deadlines for Environmental Assessment Worksheets, Environmental Impact Statements and other notices.'

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Family Self-Sufficiency and Health Care Program Statistics (mn.gov/dhs/general-public/publications-forms-resources/reports/financial-reports-and-forecasts.jsp)     Issues received
Monthly     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Human Services

Provides statistical information on the Family Self-Sufficiency and Health Care Program, including forecasts of caseloads and expenditures.

Focal Point, The     Issues received
6/year     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Corrections - Minn. Correctional Facility - Moose Lake

Provides news, entertainment, and information regarding the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Moose Lake to the inmate population as well as outside readers.

Fuels Monitoring (mn.gov/commerce/policy-data-reports/energy-data-reports)     Issues received
Weekly     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Commerce

Provides 'storage inventories from Prime Petroleum suppliers within the state,' data from the Energy Information Administration and information showing total monthly consumption of motor fuels.

FYi: From the Information Policy Analysis Division (mn.gov/admin/data-practices/news/newsletters)     Issues received
6/year     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Administration

Assists 'government entities in performing their duties and individuals in actualizing their rights,' and offers information on 'complex legal, technical, and policy issues.'

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Game Plan (www.mnlottery.com/retailer-portal/link-newsletter)     Issues received
Monthly     Publisher: Minn. State Lottery

Provides 'news and ideas for Minnesota State Lottery retailers.'

Gaming News (mn.gov/gcb/gaming-news.html)     Issues received
Quarterly     Publisher: Minn. Gambling Control Board

Provides information from the Minnesota Gambling Control Board regarding news, rules and changes, and information for those working in the gambling industry.

Gold Rush Chronicle (Minn. Correctional Facility - Rush City)     Issues received
6/year     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Corrections - Minn. Correctional Facility - Rush City

Publishes submissions by and information for inmates at the Minnesota Correctional Facility-Rush City.

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Health Economics Program Issue Brief (www.health.state.mn.us/divs/hpsc/hep/index.html)     Issues received
Irregular     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Health

Includes information about research and applied policy analysis regarding change in the health care marketplace and factors influencing health care cost, quality and access.

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In Transit (mpta-transit.org/newsletter)     Issues received
6/year     Publisher: Minnesota Public Transit Association

Publishes news regarding the Minnesota Public Transportation Association.

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Learning Matters (education.state.mn.us/MDE/about/news/agency/learn/index.htm)     Issues received
Irregular     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Education

'Provides education-related news and information on agency initiatives and events at the Minnesota Department of Education.'

Lino Ledger, The (www.doc.state.mn.us/DocPolicy2/html/DPW_Display_TOC.asp?Opt=204.090.htm)     Issues received
6/year     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Corrections - Minn. Correctional Facility - Lino Lakes

Offers news for and submissions by inmates of the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Lino Lakes, as well as their friends and family.

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Minnesota Board of Pharmacy News (mn.gov/boards/pharmacy/resourcesfaqs/newsletters.jsp)     Issues received
Quarterly     Publisher: Minn. Board of Pharmacy

Published to promote compliance of pharmacy and drug law

Minnesota Conservation Volunteer (www.dnr.state.mn.us/volunteer/index.html)     Issues received
6/year     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Natural Resources

Provides coverage of Minnesota's environmental issues and outdoor news.

Minnesota Economic Trends (mn.gov/deed/newscenter/publications/trends/index.jsp)     Issues received
Quarterly     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Employment and Economic Development

'Provides expert analysis of the state's labor market, industries and economy.'

Minnesota Employment Review (mn.gov/deed/newscenter/publications/review/index.jsp)     Issues received
Monthly     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Employment and Economic Development

'Examines labor market conditions and key economic indicators statewide.'

Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) County Specific Report (mn.gov/dhs/partners-and-providers/news-initiatives-reports-workgroups/economic-supports-cash-food)     Issues received
Monthly     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Human Services

Provides monthly Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) and Diversionary Work Program (DWP) data for counties.

Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) Management Indicators Report (mn.gov/dhs/partners-and-providers/news-initiatives-reports-workgroups/economic-supports-cash-food)     Issues received
Quarterly     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Human Services

Provides 'quarterly data on state-mandated performance measures by county and region.'

Minnesota Quarterly Export Statistics (mn.gov/deed/data/export-stats/current-past)     Issues received
Quarterly     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Employment and Economic Development

Tracks Minnesota's manufactured export trends and reports on the collected data. Prepared by the Department of Employment and Economic Development's Economic Analysis Unit.

Minnesota Vital Signs (www.health.state.mn.us/data/mchs/pubs/vitalsigns/index.html)     Issues received
Irregular     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Health - Minn. Center for Health Statistics

Highlights 'various natality and mortality topics at the state level' as well as data on the health of Minnesotans.

Minnesota Well Management News (www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/water/wells/newsletter.html)     Issues received
2/year     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Health

'Provides updates on statute and rule changes, well code interpretations, listings of continuing educational opportunities, and feature stories about wells, borings, and drilling contractors in the state of Minnesota.'

MnDOT Newsline (www.newsline.dot.state.mn.us/articles.html)     Issues received
24/year     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Transportation

Provides news for employees of the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

Money Matters (www.house.leg.state.mn.us/Fiscal/Home/MoneyMatters)     Issues received
Irregular     Publisher: Minn. Legislature - Minn. House of Representatives - Fiscal Analysis Department

Provides 'in-depth analysis of subject matter related both to fiscal policy and the operation of state programs.'

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News Release (Governor Tim Walz) (mn.gov/governor/news)     Issues received
Irregular     Publisher: Minn. Governor's Office

Publishes short press releases from the Office of the Governor's Newsroom.

Notice of Vacancies in Multi-Member Agencies (commissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us/Position)     Issues received
24/year     Publisher: Minn. Secretary of State

Publishes monthly lists of vacant positions in Minnesota State Boards, Councils and Committees with insturctions for applicants.

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PERAphrase, The (www.mnpera.org/employers/peraphrase)     Issues received
Quarterly     Publisher: Public Employees Retirement Association of Minnesota

Provides news articles for employers of the Public Employees Retirement Association of Minnesota.

PFMD Update (www.mda.state.mn.us/chemicals/pfmdupdate)     Issues received
2/year     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Agriculture

Provides comprehensive, accurate information about the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division's events, programs, policies and regulations.

Pillar     Issues received
Monthly     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Corrections - Minn. Correctional Facility - St. Cloud

Publishes news and inmate contributions from the Minnesota Correctional Facility in St. Cloud.

Prairie Island Nuclear Generating Plant and Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation (www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/radiation/monitor/pi.html)     Issues received
Monthly     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Health

Provides 'data on radiation levels surrounding Xcel Energy's Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation (ISFSI) at the Prairie Island Nuclear Generating Plant.'

Prison Mirror, The (www.prisonactivist.org/resources/prison-mirror)     Issues received
Monthly     Publisher: Prison Mirror

Offers news, information and inmate contributions to the population of the Minnesota Correctional Facility at Stillwater.

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Reflector, The     Issues received
Quarterly     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Corrections - Minn. Correctional Facility - Shakopee

Publishes news, information, and creative pieces by and for the women of the Minnesota Correctional Facility at Shakopee.

Revenue & Economic Update (mn.gov/mmb/forecast/update)     Issues received
Quarterly     Publisher: Minn. Management & Budget

'Reports on how actual revenue collections for the current year compare to the previous forecast as well as provide notes on changes in the national and state economic outlook.'

Risk Management Alert (mn.gov/admin/government/risk/blog)     Issues received
3/year     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Administration

Provides short news articles about Minnesota state government's insurance program and state workers' compensation and safety programs.

Roots     Issues received
6/year     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Natural Resources

Covers news about the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry, and about forests, woodlands, new technologies and current events.

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Safety Lines (www.dli.mn.gov/business/workplace-safety-and-health/mnosha-compliance-safety-lines-newsletter)     Issues received
Quarterly     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Labor and Industry

Promotes 'occupational safety and health and informs readers of the purpose, plans and progress of Minnesota OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).'

Sales Tax Fact Sheet (www.revenue.state.mn.us/sales-tax-fact-sheets-and-industry-guides)     Issues received
Irregular     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Revenue

Informs interested parties about Minnesota tax laws and individuals' rights and responsibilities.

Small Business Notes (mn.gov/deed/newscenter/publications/newsletters/small-biz-notes.jsp)     Issues received
11/year     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Employment and Economic Development

'Provides timely, accurate and useful information on topics of interest to small businesses in Minnesota.'

State Register (mn.gov/admin/bookstore/register.jsp)     Issues received
Weekly     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Administration

Contains news and updates from Minnesota's Executive Branch of government regarding rules, executive orders, official notices, grants, and more.

T

The Ranger (mn.gov/irrrb/ranger)     Issues received
24/year     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation

A publication of the Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board; their stated mission is to promote and invest in business, community and workforce development for the betterment of northeastern Minnesota.

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Waterline (www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/water/waterline/index.html)     Issues received
Quarterly     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Health

Covers news and information for 'water operators, city officials, and others interested in news related to public water systems in Minnesota.'

Workers' Compensation Bulletin (www.mn.gov/admin/government/risk/resources)     Issues received
Irregular     Publisher: Minn. Dept. of Administration

Shares brief updates from the Workers' Compensation Program, part of the Risk Management Program in the Minnesota Department of Administration.