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People, places make Iowa great

Why live in Iowa? We have wide-open spaces, wooded hills and majestic bluffs along our rivers. We have lively arts and entertainment, fascinating museums and exciting sports. We enjoy excellent schools and great colleges and universities. We have friendly communities, good neighbors and clean air. There are good jobs and people who know the value of hard work. We're on the cutting edge in agriculture, technology, literature and medicine. We grow record crops and raise scientists, astronauts, actors, writers, artists and inventors. We have a good thing going.

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Iowa offers fields of opportunities

Iowa has a highly skilled, educated and productive workforce. There are jobs, entrepreneurial assistance and access to training and education.  We offer an excellent quality of life, and living here is more economical than in other areas of the country. Housing prices are lower, and commuting to and from work is usually faster and more economical, compared than larger cities. There's access to quality health care and Iowa consistently ranks as one of the healthiest states in which to live.

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Iowa student achievement ranks high

"Foundation in Education" is more than just a motto on the Iowa quarter. We're a leader in education, from our pioneering of the Iowa Tests of Basic Skills to our high test scores to the stellar quality of our colleges and universitities. We have more than a "foundation in education," we have a solid structure as well.

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Always something fun

There's always something fun or interesting to do in Iowa. You could find yourself on a roller coaster in Altoona or Arnold's Park one day and celebrating one of Iowa's many festivals the next. Your biggest challenge will deciding what to do first. It'll probably be something fun and may be something you've never done before.

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Experience this!

Why Iowa?  We have diverse scenery, a lively arts scene and an abundance of festivals. We have a state fair that inspired a musical, covered bridges that inspire books and movies. We have the real "Field of Dreams," friendly people and fresh air. You'll find outstanding symphony orchestras, world-class acting in Broadway road shows, classy local plays and musicals, fine dining and upscale, trendy nightclubs. We have beautiful, well-kept parks and a growing network of trails for walking, roller-blading, bicycling and running. Think there's too much snow here? All the better to get out and play! Visit one of the state's popular downhill ski areas or put on some ice skates and pretend you're Michelle Kwan or Apolo Ono.