Be Cyber Safe! Grades K-8 Poster Contest

Enter the ICN Cybersecurity Poster Contest! Iowa students are invited to promote digital safety by creating original artwork. Submissions are due October 16.

Contest Rules and Submission Page

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ICN Boosts Network Redundancy in Western Iowa

The Iowa Communications Network (ICN) announces that it has successfully completed an equipment upgrade at multiple sites in Western Iowa along Highway 30.

September 8, 2025

ICN Boosts Network Redundancy in Western Iowa

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Students Selected for Statewide Broadband Council

ICN has selected a group of Iowa high school students to participate in the Statewide Youth Broadband Advisory Council (SYBAC).

September 2, 2025

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The Backbone of Customer Service: Everyone Plays a Part

As we close out fiscal year 2025, we want to highlight the amazing work of the entire ICN agency in fulfilling customer requests.

August 25, 2025

a digital map of Iowa showing people connected by the ICN fiber optic network

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ICN: Iowa's Unseen Lifeline During Emergencies

August is National Emergency Management Awareness Month. At ICN we want to explain the critical role of our statewide Network.

August 12, 2025

Infographic header for an article titled "Your Unseen Lifeline." The image shows a blue map of Iowa with a network of interconnected lines and circles, representing the ICN. In the background, out-of-focus figures are connected by a web of light, symbolizing the people and infrastructure served.

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New Vision and Goals for the ICN

ICN is introducing a new vision, operational goals, and strategic emphasis, as part of a broader strategic initiative.

August 5, 2025

The phrase "Paving the Path" is displayed above four infographics that illustrate four key goals: integrity, customer focus, reliability, and security.

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How the Network is Protected from Severe Weather

Iowa summers have very unpredictable weather, which can get pretty intense. This season often has weather events like tornadoes, floods, and thunderstorms.

July 17, 2025

a creative depiction of various types of weather occurring throughout the state of Iowa

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Rewiring Miles of Cable for a New Voice System

This two-year project for the Anamosa State Penitentiary involved installing phones in 26 buildings, 6 towers, and 4 phones in an extensive tunnel system.

June 12, 2025

Aerial view of Anamosa State Penitentiary

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Schools and Libraries Secure Services

Iowa K-12 schools and libraries keep their buildings connected and secure through the FCC’s E-Rate bidding program.

June 12, 2025

a school tablet with "E-rate" and three service icons connected to it and attached to the screen

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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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