Ames City Hall is pretty nice! They have a spot you can pay…read moreyour parking tickets, a Gym you can play hoops in! Or you could even see a show at Ames City Auditorium! I've gotten to play on that stage once opening for Jeff Mangum of Neutral Milk Hotel and I also got to see the Zombies perform there! Both were incredible experiences for sure! So glad they are starting to do shows there again soon! It's such a great theater!

Former home to Ames High School and Central Junior High, City Hall is a convenient place to conduct…read morecity business. Plus they have a gym with all kinds of fun activities for adults and children. You cannot fight city hall, but you can play there.

The people who work here are so sweet! They care to form customer relationships and they're patient…read moreand always willing to help. We ship out bulk orders monthly and never have any problems!

This library is amazing! Adorable little atrium and so well kept! They have an amazing staff and…read morealways have so many great things going on! I love that you can rent paintings and it's been such a joy to come here. Cutest little library!

This is a remarkably good library for a town of only 10,000 people or so, with up-to-date…read moretechnology for using the catalog and for checking out, and a decent collection of books, etc. I'm not sure what building J. D. was writing about. There has never been a windmill attached to the current Pella library, and I've never seen an animal in it.

A great genealogy library in the heart of Montezuma, IA right across from the courthouse and…read moreSheriff's office. The ladies are fabulous, the library is beautifully done with lots of antiques and its simply a must first stop if researching family history in Poweshiek County, IA. Location is *now* smack dead center of town at: (Old Carnegie Library Bldg) 200 S 3rd St P.O. Box 280 Montezuma, IA 50171 Phone: (641) 623-3322

Came into town to network and meet up with Iowa National Guard, Citizen Soldiers for Life, and ESGR.read more

Want to travel back in time? This preservation site includes historical buildings, tools, picture,…read moretoys, implements, documents and more. We are lucky enough to having loving relatives to guide us thru these olden structures that feel, at once, like they were created not that long ago and could still be utilized today.

Great resource and people Lots there lots to look at worth…read morea trip to if you enjoy history and want to learn more

i have grown up in indianola iowa and have always loved this library. it's kind and welcoming sense…read morewhen you walk through the doors is wonderful. they do so many events for kids and are so inclusive. would definitely recommend for something to do!

We enjoy participating in the many different kids' activities sponsored by the Indianola Public…read moreLibrary--from "talk like a pirate" story time, to the fire week presentation complete with fire trucks, to the Dr. Seuss celebration, and more. The recently remodeled children's section is a great benefit to the library. My son enjoys taking home the themed book bags, which include an assortment of books on topics like construction equipment, fire trucks, etc. The bjg play table with Duplos is always a hit and much appreciated on a rainy day. This is a cozy library with plenty to offer families, and people of all ages. The drive-up dropbox for books (available 24/7!) is super convenient. If you can't find the particular book you want in the library, chances are you can get it down the street at Simpson College as the catalogues are linked and your library card is good there.

Watching news..., Individuals say they are going to represent themselves. I've found, dumbest thing…read morea person can choose. I did the same one time in DSM/Polk. The judge was a total attacking Clown. Told me; You're No lawyer..., You're No lawyer. You don't know what you're doing! Etc. Just a HUGE, BIASED MOUTH. Terrible. Suffice to say, even with all my evidence..., judge yelled, No no, I choose the other side, cuz they Are a lawyer! Huh... ! So, careful going to court around here. They'll Steamroll yuh. Have a Good attorney & money !!! In my opinion, don't go to court. Tomi, Iowa.

Being a native of Iowa. Yet moving away 12 yrs ago. I have to say…read more The Midwest has many pockets where you would least expect. The high level of customer service & genuine level of kindness. The building is honestly still absolutely beautiful In it's design. People were very helpful & friendly. Now the- Clerk of Court employees. Debbie, Marsha & Albert. These 3 are God sent Angel's. I have been dealing with a matter over the phone. Via from Las Vegas, NV. From day one. I believe starting July. I have had the pleasure speaking & working with all 3 of these lovely individuals. They all listened to me. Went above and beyond their required job duties. I couldn't thank them enough. So if you are ever needing assistance from the Clerk of Court. Make sure you get one of the mentioned 3 individuals. You are definitely in good hands. I highly recommend this court house. Even if it's just to stop by & check out nothing more then all of its beauty. From the people. To its wondrous Architectural design.