Jodi L Meyer for Poweshiek County Recorder

04/28/2026

Life’s biggest moments are recorded and protected at the county level.

From birth certificates to property records, counties keep what matters accessible and secure.

04/15/2026

The services you rely on every day don’t just happen.

They’re built, maintained, and delivered by counties across Iowa.

Behind the 99 is our mission to bring those stories to the surface, to showcase the value counties provide, celebrate the people behind the work, and strengthen understanding of local government.

Because strong communities start with strong counties.

To learn more about Behind the 99 visit: www.iowacounties.org/behindthe99

04/14/2026

We have a hunter education class coming up on May 3 from noon to 5 pm.

This class is the in-person component required for youth under 18. Prior to class students MUST complete the online component. Allow youth plenty of time to complete the online portion as some modules take several hours to complete.

Online signup is open now!

Visit the Iowa DNR Hunter Education Page (link in comments). The requirements for 11-17-year-olds are listed under Option 2. Once you've read through the information sign up for the Diamond Lake class at the "events" link.

If you have questions about how to sign up call the County Conservation Office at 641-623-3191
Students are encouraged to bring a snack and drink with them.

04/10/2026

💡Did you know? You can file your Power of Attorney documents at your County Recorder’s Office. Filing your documents helps ensure they are on record and easily accessible when needed. Contact your local Recorder’s Office for details on fees, requirements, and office hours.

04/01/2026

03/20/2026

Need a certified copy of a vital record in Iowa? County Recorder offices can issue certified copies of Iowa birth records (1984–present), Iowa death records (1954–present), and Iowa marriage records (1954–present) at any county Recorder’s office in Iowa. For earlier records or plain paper copies, please contact the county in which the event took place.

03/09/2026

Paperwork submitted for Poweshiek County Recorder!

02/19/2026

02/19/2026

In December 2025, 36,525 real estate documents were electronically recorded through Iowa Land Records — the 2nd highest month in system history.

This milestone reflects what happens when innovation and public service go hand in hand — and County Recorders remain committed to using technology to strengthen record security, protect property owners, and serve Iowans now and into the future.

02/16/2026

Poweshiek County Recorders office is Closed Monday February 16

Please check with your local Recorder's Office for hours on Monday, February 16th.

02/11/2026

Getting married in Iowa? Here’s what you need to know!

Marriage applications must be submitted at least 4 days before your wedding date. Iowa law requires a 3-day waiting period, meaning your license is valid on the 4th day after applying.

You may apply as early as you’d like, but the license must be picked up within 6 months of applying or it will be void. Once issued, the license remains valid until it is returned.

When signing the application, both applicants and one witness must present a photo ID. The cost of a marriage application in Iowa is $35.

If you apply for a marriage license in Iowa, your ceremony must take place within the state of Iowa. After the ceremony, the signed license must be returned to the Recorder’s Office where you applied.

Once the signed license is received and processed, you’ll be issued a certified copy of your marriage certificate, which you’ll need for name changes, insurance benefits, passport applications, and more.