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Granite and ICN Collaborate to Support Critical Functions

Granite and ICN are teaming up to enhance connectivity for the Capitol Complex buildings in Des Moines, IA.

May 12, 2025

photo gallery featuring a telecom phone panel, emergency call system in an elevator, and security systems being monitored

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SYBAC Students Visit the ICN and Capitol

ICN welcomed high school students from its Statewide Youth Broadband Advisory Council (SYBAC) to the Capitol Complex.

April 9, 2025

2024-2025 SYBAC students in front of the Iowa State Capitol building

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ICN Assists the State Historical Building with Connections

ICN assisted in restoring elevator and fire panels connections to the State Historical Building.

March 25, 2025

The State of Iowa Historical Society Building with two inset photos of panels and cables that were worked on

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Real-time Reports Boost Call Flow Efficiency

ICN Customer Spotlight - Iowa Department of Revenue

February 25, 2025

A call center headset rests on a laptop, with tax and revenue icons in bubbles next to its microphone.

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From Public Safety to Healthcare: 5 Ways ICN Impacts Your Daily Life

Technology changes quickly, and Iowans are more connected than they’ve ever been. Here are 5 ways the connectivity from the ICN impacts Iowans.

February 10, 2025

Icons representing public safety, healthcare, government, and education

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Best In State Hospitals 2025

Newsweek has announced the 2025 Best in State Hospitals with 17 Iowa Hospitals named in the list, several are on the ICN network.

February 7, 2025

A golden medal featuring the inscription "17 Iowa Hospitals Selected" placed on the state of Iowa.

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Allamakee students learn about cybersecurity from ICN

Starting in January, cybersecurity students at Allamakee CSD will learn from a lineup of industry professionals coordinated by the ICN.

January 10, 2025

banner image that states "First Allamakee SYBAC Session"

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An Internet Upgrade to View Galaxies Far, Far Away

ICN upgraded Internet service to Iowa’s radio antenna site for the U.S. National Science Foundation National Radio Astronomy Observatory in North Liberty.

January 2, 2025

The North Liberty station for the U.S. National Science Foundation National Radio Astronomy Observatory.

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ICN Connects Second Public Safety Mobile Vehicle

The statewide, fiber optic network and a cellular connection give public safety personnel in Pottawattamie County the ability to connect on-the-go.

December 12, 2024

Pottawattamie County Mobile Command Vehicle

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HVAC Upgrades to Network Hub

Upgrades to the heating and cooling system have been completed at one of the main ICN Network hubs, which is located at Joint Forces Headquarters (JFHQ).

November 19, 2024

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November is Infrastructure Security Month

Each November, the CISA takes the lead in recognizing National Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month.

November 7, 2024

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Adapting Quickly with Easy-to-Use Voice Service

Using a combination of Voice applications to fulfill outreach needs, IUC identified cost savings when they consolidated four vendors into ICN’s Zoom partnership

October 28, 2024

Iowa Utilities Commission Building - Zoom

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Students Embrace Their Passion for Cybersecurity

High school students from all over Iowa gathered for the first Youth Cyber Summit on October 12 at Iowa State University.

October 21, 2024

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Cybersecurity Awareness Month reminds everyone that there are simple ways to keep yourself safe online, protect your personal data, and secure our world.

October 3, 2024

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Free Security Resources Available

Organizations today have to navigate the fast-changing world of security threats. We have put together a list of resources to help our customers.

October 1, 2024

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Granite and ICN Collaborate to Support Critical Functions

SYBAC Students Visit the ICN and Capitol

ICN Assists the State Historical Building with Connections

Real-time Reports Boost Call Flow Efficiency

From Public Safety to Healthcare: 5 Ways ICN Impacts Your Daily Life

Best In State Hospitals 2025

Allamakee students learn about cybersecurity from ICN

An Internet Upgrade to View Galaxies Far, Far Away

ICN Connects Second Public Safety Mobile Vehicle

HVAC Upgrades to Network Hub

November is Infrastructure Security Month

Adapting Quickly with Easy-to-Use Voice Service

Students Embrace Their Passion for Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Free Security Resources Available

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