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Iowa Information
see also the Library's Des Moines Metro Information Page
Agriculture
Agriculture Online
Meredith Corporation's on-line edition of Successful Farming Magazine with links to other ag sites.
http://www.agriculture.com/
Iowa Department of Agriculture
Provides information on the Iowa Department of Agriculture’s policies, programs, and services, as well as links to other agricultural sites.
http://www.agriculture.state.ia.us/
Education
Iowa Education Home Page
Site of the Iowa Department of Education, with links to Iowa’s Area Education Agencies, community colleges, and four-year colleges and universities. Also provides other information and links of interest to educators.
http://www.iowa.gov/educate/
State Library of Iowa
Provides information and links for Iowa librarians and citizens to information on the state’s libraries and library service.
http://www.statelibraryofiowa.org/
Government
State of Iowa Home Page
Official page for the State of Iowa with information on all branches and agencies of state government. Also includes resources for business, tourism, and education in the state.
http://www.iowa.gov/
Code of Iowa
State laws searchable by keyword.
http://www2.legis.state.ia.us/IACODE/
Welcome to the Iowa Legislature
Learn about our state government and find links to other states.
http://www.legis.state.ia.us/
Iowa Judicial Branch Web Site
Site contains a wide spectrum of information about the Iowa court system including recently published opinions, overview of court procedures, glossary of legal terms, and information about child support, child custody, and domestic abuse laws.
http://www.judicial.state.ia.us
Iowa Publications Online
This web site is an electronic depository for documents intended for the general public produced by Iowa state agencies. This service allows Iowans and others to have electronic state documents at their fingertips.
http://publications.iowa.gov/
Iowa Sex Offender Registry
On or after July 1, 1995, an individual who has been convicted or adjudicated of a criminal offense against a minor, sexual exploitation, or a sexually violent crime or who was on probation, parole, or work release status, or who was incarcerated on or after July 1, 1995 is required to register. Registration does include individuals that have received a deferred sentence or deferred judgments and can include convictions from other jurisdictions such as other states and/or federal convictions. This web site is updated daily.
http://www.iowasexoffender.com/
Polk County, Iowa, Home Page
Your guide to information on the services, policies, and elected officials of Polk County.
http://www.polkcountyiowa.gov/
Des Moines Public Library Government Page
For more Iowa Government links, go to our Government page »
Health
HealthInfo Iowa
An Iowa-focused health information web site from the State Library of Iowa. Provides health information resources located in Iowa, links to authoritative general health information web sites, resources for evaluating online health information, resources for health care providers and professionals, resources to help librarians serve customers looking for health information, and resources to help students looking for information on health issues.
http://www.healthinfoiowa.org
Docfinder
Find a doctor in Iowa by name, specialty, or location.
http://www.docboard.org/ia/df/iasearch.htm
Iowa Substance Abuse Information Center (ISAIC)
Over 2,000 links to sites with substance abuse information. The site also includes the Iowa Substance Abuse Directory of Services, a searchable database of treatment, prevention, and gambling programs in Iowa.
http://www.drugfreeinfo.org
History
History and Constitution
Provides historical information from the Iowa Official Register which includes listings of former governors and other officials, name origins of Iowa’s counties, and the Iowa Constitution, as well as a brief general history of the state.
http://publications.iowa.gov/archive/00000135/01/history/7-1.html
Iowa Office of the State Archaeologist
This is a very useful reference resource on Iowa history which includes brief entries on the history of each of Iowa's 99 counties and a lengthy reading on Iowa's cultural heritage beginning with ancient times. Bibliographies are presented for each topic.
http://www.uiowa.edu/~osa/
Iowa Prairie Network
The Iowa Prairie Network is an organization dedicated to creating awareness of and preservation of our tallgrass prairie heritage. Their home page includes listings of events throughout the state to acquaint the public with the beauty of the prairie.
http://www.iowaprairienetwork.org/
Living History Farms
Des Moines-area open-air museum. Information on admission, hours, and special events is provided.
http://www.lhf.org/
State Historical Society of Iowa
Highlights the valuable collections, services, and publications of the Society's museum, library, and other divisions. Also provides a listing of historical sites in Iowa.
http://www.iowahistory.org/
Politics
Iowa Caucus Information
Sponsored by the Iowa Department of Economic Development, this site provides basic information on the Iowa caucuses, as well as economic information on the state of Iowa.
http://iowacaucus.org/iacaucus.html
Iowa Caucuses 2008
This bipartisan web site presents a variety of facts about the caucuses and the state of Iowa, as well as links to candidates, schedules, Iowa newspapers, and political sites.
http://www.iowacaucus.biz/index.html
Iowa Democratic Party
http://www.iowademocrats.org/
Iowa Republican Party
http://www.iowagop.org/
Iowa Green Party
http://www.greens.org/iowa/
Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement
http://www.iowacci.org
League of Women Voters of Iowa
The League of Women Voters’ aim is to ensure that citizens are informed about issues and prepared to play their part in government.
http://lwvia.org/
Statistical Information
State Data Center of Iowa
The official source for U.S. Census and other statistics about Iowa.
http://www.iowadatacenter.org/
Iowa Workforce Development Statistics
Includes data for Iowa on employment and unemployment, wages, and labor availability.
http://iwin.iwd.state.ia.us/iowa/OlmisZine
Travel and Tourism
Des Moines Tourist Information
This Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau site features attractions, events, and accommodations in the Des Moines area.
http://www.seedesmoines.com/
Iowa Tourism
Your guide to interesting places and events in Iowa, from historic landmarks to outdoor recreation. Includes links to the Iowa Events Calendar and accommodations around the state.
http://www.traveliowa.com/
I-235 Info
Your resource for up-to-date information on I-235 construction in the Des Moines area.
http://www.i235.com/
Amana Colonies
Official Site of Iowa's leading tourist attraction, listing events, shops, restaurants, area outdoor recreation, lodging, and facts about the area's history.
http://www.jeonet.com/amanas/welcome/index.html
RAGBRAI Home Page
Official site for the Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa. Includes a route map and schedule of events to take place along the route.
http://www.ragbrai.org/
Iowa Road Work Report
Reports and maps of road construction going on around the state from the Iowa Department of Transportation. A detailed map of construction in the Des Moines area and links to road condition reports for other states are also available.
http://www.dot.state.ia.us/roadcons.htm
Iowa State Fair
At fair time, you’ll find all the schedules and facts you need to plan a visit to the fair. This site also includes information on other events held at the fairgrounds year-round.
http://www.iowastatefair.com/
Iowa’s State Parks
Everything you need to know to visit Iowa’s state parks. Make your cabin, camping, or lodge reservations here!
http://www.iowadnr.com/parks/index.html
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