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Discover Cuyahoga County: A Blend of History, Nature, and Community Harmony

Nestled in the northeastern part of Ohio, Cuyahoga County is a region steeped in rich history and vibrant culture. Established on June 7, 1807, and organized on May 1, 1810, this county has witnessed significant historical milestones. Originally part of the French colony of New France, and later the Connecticut Western Reserve, Cuyahoga County's development has been closely tied to the city of Cleveland, founded by General Moses Cleaveland in 1796. Over the years, the county has evolved, carving out a unique identity while playing a crucial role in the broader historical narrative of Ohio.

Cuyahoga County is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes and scenic beauty. Bisected by the winding Cuyahoga River, from which it derives its name, the county offers a mix of urban and rural environments. The southern shore of Lake Erie forms the county’s northern boundary, providing breathtaking views and numerous recreational opportunities. Additionally, the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, with its lush greenery, rolling hills, and cascading waterfalls, serves as a sanctuary for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The cultural diversity of Cuyahoga County is one of its most remarkable features, fostering a sense of community harmony and inclusiveness. The county is a melting pot of various ethnicities and cultures, with significant populations of German, Irish, Italian, Polish, African American, and Asian communities. This diversity is celebrated through numerous local festivals and cultural events that take place throughout the year, including the Cleveland Asian Festival and the Feast of the Assumption. The county is also home to esteemed educational institutions such as Case Western Reserve University and the Cleveland Institute of Art, which contribute to its vibrant arts scene and intellectual community.

Cuyahoga County invites visitors and residents alike to explore its diverse offerings. Whether you're drawn by its historical landmarks, the tranquil beauty of its parks and waterways, or the rich cultural tapestry woven by its communities, the county has something for everyone. From the bustling streets of downtown Cleveland to the peaceful trails of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Cuyahoga County promises a unique blend of urban excitement and natural serenity. It’s a place where history and modernity coexist, making it an ideal destination for those seeking both adventure and tranquility.

Population

123,456

Founded

1991

Land Area (sq ft)

192,147

Water Area (sq ft)

129,987

Largest City

Peoria

County Seat

Peoria

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 Unveiling the Past: The John and Maria Adams House —
A Historic Gem in Olmsted Falls, Ohio

Nestled in the serene landscape of Olmsted Falls, Ohio, stands a remarkable testament to architectural grandeur and historical significance—the John and Maria Adams House. This venerable structure, built in the year 1820, has not only survived the vicissitudes of time but has also flourished as a beacon of local heritage and American architectural evolution.

The story of the Adams House begins with Lemuel Hoadley, a pioneering spirit from Waterbury, Connecticut, who, in the early 1810s, led his family to the verdant expanses of what is now Cuyahoga County. As one of the first settlers in the area, Hoadley and his kin laid down the roots of what would become a thriving community. It was here, in this burgeoning settlement, that John Adams, another early resident, would forge a bond with Hoadley's daughter, Maria, culminating in their marriage in 1820—the same year the original section of the Adams House was constructed.

Initially a modest dwelling, the Adams House grew in stature and style with each passing decade. It was under the stewardship of Arthur P. Gray, a respected local postmaster, that the house saw its most significant transformations. During the latter half of the 19th century, Gray, imbued with a vision of Italianate elegance, expanded the house to include features such as a striking tower and intricate stonework that were uncommon in the rural American landscape of that era. These additions embraced the Italian Villa style, characterized by its ornamental design and romantic sensibilities, diverging dramatically from the house's humble beginnings.

Throughout the 20th century, the Adams House continued to serve as a private residence, witnessing the ebb and flow of generations. In the 1930s, it became the home of the TeGrotenhuis family, descendants of an old New England lineage, who preserved the integrity of the house's historical and architectural features while embedding their own familial legacy within its walls.

The significance of the Adams House extends beyond its architectural beauty. In 1975, it was rightfully listed on the National Register of Historic Places, a designation that highlights its importance not just to local history but also to the architectural heritage of the United States. The house represents a physical narrative of American architectural trends, transitioning from the early settler style to the more elaborate and ornate designs of the late 19th century.

Today, the John and Maria Adams House stands as one of the nine National Register-listed locations in and around Olmsted Falls and North Olmsted. Its story is a captivating chapter in the broader tale of American settlement and development, offering insights into the lives of those who shaped and were shaped by this land.

As one wanders through the grounds of the Adams House or gazes upon its Italianate facade, it is easy to be transported back in time, imagining the echoes of past inhabitants and the sweep of history that this house has witnessed. It serves not only as a relic of architectural beauty but also as a steadfast reminder of the enduring human spirit that once walked its halls and the legacy they left behind, etched into the very stone and woodwork of this historic gem.

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Important Numbers

Atkins City Hall • 480 3rd St • Atkins • (319) 446-7870

Atkins Public Library • 480 3rd St • Atkins • (319) 446-7676

Atkins Volunteer Fire Dept • 91 Railroad St • Atkins • (319) 446-7400

USPS • 87 Main Ave • Atkins • (319) 446-7272

Belle Plaine Area Ambulance • 1308 1/2 13th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-3808

Belle Plaine City Hall • 1207 8th Ave • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2200

Belle Plaine Community Library • 904 12th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2902

Belle Plaine Fire Dept • 504 13th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2344

Belle Plaine Muni Airport-Tzt • 200 Airpark Dr • Belle Plaine • (319) 434-6477

Belle Plaine Police Dept • 1207 8th Ave • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2323

Senior Dining • 1309 5th Ave • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-3135

USPS • 1008 13th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2340

Benton County Conservation • 1949 Benton Iowa Rd • Blairstown • (319) 454-6382

Benton County Landfill • 7904 20th Ave • Blairstown • (319) 454-6392

Blairstown City Clerk • 305 Locust St NW # 1 • Blairstown • (319) 454-6931

Blairstown City Hall • 309 Locust St NW # 1 • Blairstown • (319) 454-6931

Blairstown City Shed • 105 Iowa St NE • Blairstown • (319) 454-9983

Blairstown City Shed • 205 Main St NE • Blairstown • (319) 454-6290

Blairstown Public Library • 305 Locust St # 2 • Blairstown • (319) 454-6497

Blairstown Volunteer Fire Dept • 109 Spruce St NW • Blairstown • (319) 454-6922

Blairstown Water Treatment • 309 Locust St NW • Blairstown • (319) 454-6290

USPS • 311 Locust St NW • Blairstown • (319) 454-6543

Fire Station Meeting Room • 103 S Birch Ave • Garrison • (319) 477-6112

Garrison City Hall • 103 S Birch Ave • Garrison • (319) 477-5823

Garrison Fire Dept • 205 N Sycamore • Garrison • (319) 477-6102

Garrison Public Library • 201 E Pine St • Garrison • (319) 477-5531

Garrison Pump House • PO Box 130 • Garrison • (319) 477-5823

Garrison Town • 406 E Maple St • Garrison • (319) 477-8353

USPS • 102 Pine St • Garrison • (319) 477-6362

Keystone City Hall • 208 1st St • Keystone • (319) 442-3246

Keystone Volunteer Fire Dept • 208 1st St • Keystone • (319) 442-3146

Schroeder Library • 93 Main St • Keystone • (319) 442-3329

USPS • 87 Main St • Keystone • (641) 489-2065

Luzerne Fire Station • 116 E Iowa St • Luzerne • (319) 444-2110

USPS • 211 2nd St • Mount Auburn • (319) 475-2324

Newhall City Hall • 11 2nd Ave • Newhall • (319) 223-5709

Newhall Maintenance Dept • 204 Railroad St E • Newhall • (319) 223-4003

Newhall Public Library • 109 Railroad St • Newhall • (319) 223-5510

Newhall Volunteer Fire Dept • 220 Railroad St • Newhall • (319) 223-5156

USPS • 11 Main St • Newhall • (319) 223-5487

Norway City Hall • 108 E Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7351

Norway Public Library • 108 E Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7487

Norway Volunteer Fire Dept • 105 W Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7701

USPS • 202 W Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7671

Shellsburg City Office • 108 Main St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2954

Shellsburg Fire Dept • 101 Pearl St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2099

Shellsburg Public Library • 110 Main St SW • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2112

Shellsburg Public Works • 108 Main St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2954

USPS • 103 Pearl St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2535

Non Emergency Fire Dept • 102 W Wood St • Urbana • (319) 443-2400

Urbana City Office • 102 Capitol Ave • Urbana • (319) 443-2400

Urbana Police Dept • 102 Capitol Ave • Urbana • (319) 310-4990

Urbana-Polk Township Fire Dept • 800 W Sunset St • Urbana • (319) 443-2400

USPS • 304 W Wood St • Urbana • (319) 443-2193

USPS • 118 Main St • Van Horne • (319) 228-8175

Van Horne City Hall • 114 Main St • Van Horne • (319) 228-8238

Van Horne Fire Dept • • Van Horne • (319) 228-8729

Van Horne First Responders • • Van Horne • (319) 228-8729

Van Horne Public Library • 114 Main St • Van Horne • (319) 228-8744

Van Horne Water Plant • • Van Horne • (319) 228-8609

Benton County Assessor • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-5211

Benton County Attorney • 111 E 4th St # 3 • Vinton • (319) 472-2436

Benton County Auditor • 111 E 4th St # 2 • Vinton • (319) 472-2365

Benton County Board-Sprvsrs • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-4869

Benton County Conservation • 5718 20th Avenue Dr • Vinton • (319) 472-3592

Benton County Emergency Mgmt • 213 2nd Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-4519

Benton County Engineer • 1707 W 1st St • Vinton • (319) 472-2211

Benton County Farm Svc Agency • 1705 W D St # 2 • Vinton • (319) 472-5274

Benton County Human Svc Dept • 811 D Ave # 20 • Vinton • (319) 472-4746

Benton County Jail • 113 E 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-2337

Benton County Janitor • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 365-9941

Benton County Magistrate Clerk • 111 E 4th St # 4 • Vinton • (319) 472-4902

Benton County Maintenance Grge • 1707 W 1st St • Vinton • (319) 472-4636

Benton County MHDS • 303 1st Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-4743

Benton County Recorder • 111 E 4th St # 1 • Vinton • (319) 472-3309

Benton County Sheriff • 113 E 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-2337

Benton County Social Svc • 811 D Ave # 33 • Vinton • (319) 472-4743

Benton County Soil-Water • 1705 W D St • Vinton • (319) 472-2161

Benton County Tax Dept • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-2439

Benton County Treasurer • 111 E 4th St # 2 • Vinton • (319) 472-2450

Benton County USDA Svc • 1705 W D St • Vinton • (319) 472-5274

Benton County Veterans Affairs • 811 D Ave # 34 • Vinton • (319) 472-3150

Benton County Weed Cmmssnr • 1707 W 1st St • Vinton • (319) 472-2040

Benton Juvenile Probation Ofc • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-3957

Cedar Valley Ranch Inc • 259 61st Street Ln • Vinton • (319) 472-2671

City Coordinator • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4709

City Hall Of Vinton Iowa • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Farm Bureau Federation-Benton • 1105 W 9th St • Vinton • (319) 472-4710

Natural Resources Conservation • 1705 W D St • Vinton • (319) 472-2161

USPS • 516 1st Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-3227

Vinton City Clerk • 310 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Vinton City Light Dept • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4813

Vinton City Parks & Recreation • 701 A St E • Vinton • (319) 472-4164

Vinton Electric Generation • 203 E 2nd St • Vinton • (319) 472-3663

Vinton Fire Dept • 109 E 2nd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Vinton Municipal Elec Utility • 214 E 2nd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4813

Vinton Municipal Utilities • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Vinton Police Dept • 310 A Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-2321

Vinton Public Library • 510 2nd Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-4208

Vinton Skate & Activity Ctr • 1703 C Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-5168

Vinton Street Dept • 901 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-2768

Vinton Waste Water Treatment • 6026 25th Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-3353

Virginia Gay Hospital • 502 N 9th Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-6200

USPS • 100 Highway 151 E • Walford • (319) 846-2801

USPS • 206 1st St • Watkins • (319) 227-7788

Retail

Atkins City Hall • 480 3rd St • Atkins • (319) 446-7870

Atkins Public Library • 480 3rd St • Atkins • (319) 446-7676

Atkins Volunteer Fire Dept • 91 Railroad St • Atkins • (319) 446-7400

USPS • 87 Main Ave • Atkins • (319) 446-7272

Belle Plaine Area Ambulance • 1308 1/2 13th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-3808

Belle Plaine City Hall • 1207 8th Ave • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2200

Belle Plaine Community Library • 904 12th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2902

Belle Plaine Fire Dept • 504 13th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2344

Belle Plaine Muni Airport-Tzt • 200 Airpark Dr • Belle Plaine • (319) 434-6477

Belle Plaine Police Dept • 1207 8th Ave • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2323

Senior Dining • 1309 5th Ave • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-3135

USPS • 1008 13th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2340

Benton County Conservation • 1949 Benton Iowa Rd • Blairstown • (319) 454-6382

Benton County Landfill • 7904 20th Ave • Blairstown • (319) 454-6392

Blairstown City Clerk • 305 Locust St NW # 1 • Blairstown • (319) 454-6931

Blairstown City Hall • 309 Locust St NW # 1 • Blairstown • (319) 454-6931

Blairstown City Shed • 105 Iowa St NE • Blairstown • (319) 454-9983

Blairstown City Shed • 205 Main St NE • Blairstown • (319) 454-6290

Blairstown Public Library • 305 Locust St # 2 • Blairstown • (319) 454-6497

Blairstown Volunteer Fire Dept • 109 Spruce St NW • Blairstown • (319) 454-6922

Blairstown Water Treatment • 309 Locust St NW • Blairstown • (319) 454-6290

USPS • 311 Locust St NW • Blairstown • (319) 454-6543

Fire Station Meeting Room • 103 S Birch Ave • Garrison • (319) 477-6112

Garrison City Hall • 103 S Birch Ave • Garrison • (319) 477-5823

Garrison Fire Dept • 205 N Sycamore • Garrison • (319) 477-6102

Garrison Public Library • 201 E Pine St • Garrison • (319) 477-5531

Garrison Pump House • PO Box 130 • Garrison • (319) 477-5823

Garrison Town • 406 E Maple St • Garrison • (319) 477-8353

USPS • 102 Pine St • Garrison • (319) 477-6362

Keystone City Hall • 208 1st St • Keystone • (319) 442-3246

Keystone Volunteer Fire Dept • 208 1st St • Keystone • (319) 442-3146

Schroeder Library • 93 Main St • Keystone • (319) 442-3329

USPS • 87 Main St • Keystone • (641) 489-2065

Luzerne Fire Station • 116 E Iowa St • Luzerne • (319) 444-2110

USPS • 211 2nd St • Mount Auburn • (319) 475-2324

Newhall City Hall • 11 2nd Ave • Newhall • (319) 223-5709

Newhall Maintenance Dept • 204 Railroad St E • Newhall • (319) 223-4003

Newhall Public Library • 109 Railroad St • Newhall • (319) 223-5510

Newhall Volunteer Fire Dept • 220 Railroad St • Newhall • (319) 223-5156

USPS • 11 Main St • Newhall • (319) 223-5487

Norway City Hall • 108 E Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7351

Norway Public Library • 108 E Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7487

Norway Volunteer Fire Dept • 105 W Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7701

USPS • 202 W Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7671

Shellsburg City Office • 108 Main St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2954

Shellsburg Fire Dept • 101 Pearl St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2099

Shellsburg Public Library • 110 Main St SW • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2112

Shellsburg Public Works • 108 Main St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2954

USPS • 103 Pearl St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2535

Non Emergency Fire Dept • 102 W Wood St • Urbana • (319) 443-2400

Urbana City Office • 102 Capitol Ave • Urbana • (319) 443-2400

Urbana Police Dept • 102 Capitol Ave • Urbana • (319) 310-4990

Urbana-Polk Township Fire Dept • 800 W Sunset St • Urbana • (319) 443-2400

USPS • 304 W Wood St • Urbana • (319) 443-2193

USPS • 118 Main St • Van Horne • (319) 228-8175

Van Horne City Hall • 114 Main St • Van Horne • (319) 228-8238

Van Horne Fire Dept • • Van Horne • (319) 228-8729

Van Horne First Responders • • Van Horne • (319) 228-8729

Van Horne Public Library • 114 Main St • Van Horne • (319) 228-8744

Van Horne Water Plant • • Van Horne • (319) 228-8609

Benton County Assessor • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-5211

Benton County Attorney • 111 E 4th St # 3 • Vinton • (319) 472-2436

Benton County Auditor • 111 E 4th St # 2 • Vinton • (319) 472-2365

Benton County Board-Sprvsrs • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-4869

Benton County Conservation • 5718 20th Avenue Dr • Vinton • (319) 472-3592

Benton County Emergency Mgmt • 213 2nd Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-4519

Benton County Engineer • 1707 W 1st St • Vinton • (319) 472-2211

Benton County Farm Svc Agency • 1705 W D St # 2 • Vinton • (319) 472-5274

Benton County Human Svc Dept • 811 D Ave # 20 • Vinton • (319) 472-4746

Benton County Jail • 113 E 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-2337

Benton County Janitor • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 365-9941

Benton County Magistrate Clerk • 111 E 4th St # 4 • Vinton • (319) 472-4902

Benton County Maintenance Grge • 1707 W 1st St • Vinton • (319) 472-4636

Benton County MHDS • 303 1st Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-4743

Benton County Recorder • 111 E 4th St # 1 • Vinton • (319) 472-3309

Benton County Sheriff • 113 E 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-2337

Benton County Social Svc • 811 D Ave # 33 • Vinton • (319) 472-4743

Benton County Soil-Water • 1705 W D St • Vinton • (319) 472-2161

Benton County Tax Dept • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-2439

Benton County Treasurer • 111 E 4th St # 2 • Vinton • (319) 472-2450

Benton County USDA Svc • 1705 W D St • Vinton • (319) 472-5274

Benton County Veterans Affairs • 811 D Ave # 34 • Vinton • (319) 472-3150

Benton County Weed Cmmssnr • 1707 W 1st St • Vinton • (319) 472-2040

Benton Juvenile Probation Ofc • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-3957

Cedar Valley Ranch Inc • 259 61st Street Ln • Vinton • (319) 472-2671

City Coordinator • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4709

City Hall Of Vinton Iowa • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Farm Bureau Federation-Benton • 1105 W 9th St • Vinton • (319) 472-4710

Natural Resources Conservation • 1705 W D St • Vinton • (319) 472-2161

USPS • 516 1st Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-3227

Vinton City Clerk • 310 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Vinton City Light Dept • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4813

Vinton City Parks & Recreation • 701 A St E • Vinton • (319) 472-4164

Vinton Electric Generation • 203 E 2nd St • Vinton • (319) 472-3663

Vinton Fire Dept • 109 E 2nd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Vinton Municipal Elec Utility • 214 E 2nd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4813

Vinton Municipal Utilities • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Vinton Police Dept • 310 A Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-2321

Vinton Public Library • 510 2nd Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-4208

Vinton Skate & Activity Ctr • 1703 C Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-5168

Vinton Street Dept • 901 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-2768

Vinton Waste Water Treatment • 6026 25th Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-3353

Virginia Gay Hospital • 502 N 9th Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-6200

USPS • 100 Highway 151 E • Walford • (319) 846-2801

USPS • 206 1st St • Watkins • (319) 227-7788

Restaurants

Atkins City Hall • 480 3rd St • Atkins • (319) 446-7870

Atkins Public Library • 480 3rd St • Atkins • (319) 446-7676

Atkins Volunteer Fire Dept • 91 Railroad St • Atkins • (319) 446-7400

USPS • 87 Main Ave • Atkins • (319) 446-7272

Belle Plaine Area Ambulance • 1308 1/2 13th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-3808

Belle Plaine City Hall • 1207 8th Ave • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2200

Belle Plaine Community Library • 904 12th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2902

Belle Plaine Fire Dept • 504 13th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2344

Belle Plaine Muni Airport-Tzt • 200 Airpark Dr • Belle Plaine • (319) 434-6477

Belle Plaine Police Dept • 1207 8th Ave • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2323

Senior Dining • 1309 5th Ave • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-3135

USPS • 1008 13th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2340

Benton County Conservation • 1949 Benton Iowa Rd • Blairstown • (319) 454-6382

Benton County Landfill • 7904 20th Ave • Blairstown • (319) 454-6392

Blairstown City Clerk • 305 Locust St NW # 1 • Blairstown • (319) 454-6931

Blairstown City Hall • 309 Locust St NW # 1 • Blairstown • (319) 454-6931

Blairstown City Shed • 105 Iowa St NE • Blairstown • (319) 454-9983

Blairstown City Shed • 205 Main St NE • Blairstown • (319) 454-6290

Blairstown Public Library • 305 Locust St # 2 • Blairstown • (319) 454-6497

Blairstown Volunteer Fire Dept • 109 Spruce St NW • Blairstown • (319) 454-6922

Blairstown Water Treatment • 309 Locust St NW • Blairstown • (319) 454-6290

USPS • 311 Locust St NW • Blairstown • (319) 454-6543

Fire Station Meeting Room • 103 S Birch Ave • Garrison • (319) 477-6112

Garrison City Hall • 103 S Birch Ave • Garrison • (319) 477-5823

Garrison Fire Dept • 205 N Sycamore • Garrison • (319) 477-6102

Garrison Public Library • 201 E Pine St • Garrison • (319) 477-5531

Garrison Pump House • PO Box 130 • Garrison • (319) 477-5823

Garrison Town • 406 E Maple St • Garrison • (319) 477-8353

USPS • 102 Pine St • Garrison • (319) 477-6362

Keystone City Hall • 208 1st St • Keystone • (319) 442-3246

Keystone Volunteer Fire Dept • 208 1st St • Keystone • (319) 442-3146

Schroeder Library • 93 Main St • Keystone • (319) 442-3329

USPS • 87 Main St • Keystone • (641) 489-2065

Luzerne Fire Station • 116 E Iowa St • Luzerne • (319) 444-2110

USPS • 211 2nd St • Mount Auburn • (319) 475-2324

Newhall City Hall • 11 2nd Ave • Newhall • (319) 223-5709

Newhall Maintenance Dept • 204 Railroad St E • Newhall • (319) 223-4003

Newhall Public Library • 109 Railroad St • Newhall • (319) 223-5510

Newhall Volunteer Fire Dept • 220 Railroad St • Newhall • (319) 223-5156

USPS • 11 Main St • Newhall • (319) 223-5487

Norway City Hall • 108 E Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7351

Norway Public Library • 108 E Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7487

Norway Volunteer Fire Dept • 105 W Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7701

USPS • 202 W Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7671

Shellsburg City Office • 108 Main St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2954

Shellsburg Fire Dept • 101 Pearl St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2099

Shellsburg Public Library • 110 Main St SW • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2112

Shellsburg Public Works • 108 Main St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2954

USPS • 103 Pearl St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2535

Non Emergency Fire Dept • 102 W Wood St • Urbana • (319) 443-2400

Urbana City Office • 102 Capitol Ave • Urbana • (319) 443-2400

Urbana Police Dept • 102 Capitol Ave • Urbana • (319) 310-4990

Urbana-Polk Township Fire Dept • 800 W Sunset St • Urbana • (319) 443-2400

USPS • 304 W Wood St • Urbana • (319) 443-2193

USPS • 118 Main St • Van Horne • (319) 228-8175

Van Horne City Hall • 114 Main St • Van Horne • (319) 228-8238

Van Horne Fire Dept • • Van Horne • (319) 228-8729

Van Horne First Responders • • Van Horne • (319) 228-8729

Van Horne Public Library • 114 Main St • Van Horne • (319) 228-8744

Van Horne Water Plant • • Van Horne • (319) 228-8609

Benton County Assessor • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-5211

Benton County Attorney • 111 E 4th St # 3 • Vinton • (319) 472-2436

Benton County Auditor • 111 E 4th St # 2 • Vinton • (319) 472-2365

Benton County Board-Sprvsrs • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-4869

Benton County Conservation • 5718 20th Avenue Dr • Vinton • (319) 472-3592

Benton County Emergency Mgmt • 213 2nd Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-4519

Benton County Engineer • 1707 W 1st St • Vinton • (319) 472-2211

Benton County Farm Svc Agency • 1705 W D St # 2 • Vinton • (319) 472-5274

Benton County Human Svc Dept • 811 D Ave # 20 • Vinton • (319) 472-4746

Benton County Jail • 113 E 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-2337

Benton County Janitor • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 365-9941

Benton County Magistrate Clerk • 111 E 4th St # 4 • Vinton • (319) 472-4902

Benton County Maintenance Grge • 1707 W 1st St • Vinton • (319) 472-4636

Benton County MHDS • 303 1st Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-4743

Benton County Recorder • 111 E 4th St # 1 • Vinton • (319) 472-3309

Benton County Sheriff • 113 E 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-2337

Benton County Social Svc • 811 D Ave # 33 • Vinton • (319) 472-4743

Benton County Soil-Water • 1705 W D St • Vinton • (319) 472-2161

Benton County Tax Dept • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-2439

Benton County Treasurer • 111 E 4th St # 2 • Vinton • (319) 472-2450

Benton County USDA Svc • 1705 W D St • Vinton • (319) 472-5274

Benton County Veterans Affairs • 811 D Ave # 34 • Vinton • (319) 472-3150

Benton County Weed Cmmssnr • 1707 W 1st St • Vinton • (319) 472-2040

Benton Juvenile Probation Ofc • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-3957

Cedar Valley Ranch Inc • 259 61st Street Ln • Vinton • (319) 472-2671

City Coordinator • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4709

City Hall Of Vinton Iowa • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Farm Bureau Federation-Benton • 1105 W 9th St • Vinton • (319) 472-4710

Natural Resources Conservation • 1705 W D St • Vinton • (319) 472-2161

USPS • 516 1st Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-3227

Vinton City Clerk • 310 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Vinton City Light Dept • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4813

Vinton City Parks & Recreation • 701 A St E • Vinton • (319) 472-4164

Vinton Electric Generation • 203 E 2nd St • Vinton • (319) 472-3663

Vinton Fire Dept • 109 E 2nd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Vinton Municipal Elec Utility • 214 E 2nd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4813

Vinton Municipal Utilities • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Vinton Police Dept • 310 A Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-2321

Vinton Public Library • 510 2nd Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-4208

Vinton Skate & Activity Ctr • 1703 C Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-5168

Vinton Street Dept • 901 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-2768

Vinton Waste Water Treatment • 6026 25th Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-3353

Virginia Gay Hospital • 502 N 9th Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-6200

USPS • 100 Highway 151 E • Walford • (319) 846-2801

USPS • 206 1st St • Watkins • (319) 227-7788 

Schools

Atkins City Hall • 480 3rd St • Atkins • (319) 446-7870

Atkins Public Library • 480 3rd St • Atkins • (319) 446-7676

Atkins Volunteer Fire Dept • 91 Railroad St • Atkins • (319) 446-7400

USPS • 87 Main Ave • Atkins • (319) 446-7272

Belle Plaine Area Ambulance • 1308 1/2 13th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-3808

Belle Plaine City Hall • 1207 8th Ave • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2200

Belle Plaine Community Library • 904 12th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2902

Belle Plaine Fire Dept • 504 13th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2344

Belle Plaine Muni Airport-Tzt • 200 Airpark Dr • Belle Plaine • (319) 434-6477

Belle Plaine Police Dept • 1207 8th Ave • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2323

Senior Dining • 1309 5th Ave • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-3135

USPS • 1008 13th St • Belle Plaine • (319) 444-2340

Benton County Conservation • 1949 Benton Iowa Rd • Blairstown • (319) 454-6382

Benton County Landfill • 7904 20th Ave • Blairstown • (319) 454-6392

Blairstown City Clerk • 305 Locust St NW # 1 • Blairstown • (319) 454-6931

Blairstown City Hall • 309 Locust St NW # 1 • Blairstown • (319) 454-6931

Blairstown City Shed • 105 Iowa St NE • Blairstown • (319) 454-9983

Blairstown City Shed • 205 Main St NE • Blairstown • (319) 454-6290

Blairstown Public Library • 305 Locust St # 2 • Blairstown • (319) 454-6497

Blairstown Volunteer Fire Dept • 109 Spruce St NW • Blairstown • (319) 454-6922

Blairstown Water Treatment • 309 Locust St NW • Blairstown • (319) 454-6290

USPS • 311 Locust St NW • Blairstown • (319) 454-6543

Fire Station Meeting Room • 103 S Birch Ave • Garrison • (319) 477-6112

Garrison City Hall • 103 S Birch Ave • Garrison • (319) 477-5823

Garrison Fire Dept • 205 N Sycamore • Garrison • (319) 477-6102

Garrison Public Library • 201 E Pine St • Garrison • (319) 477-5531

Garrison Pump House • PO Box 130 • Garrison • (319) 477-5823

Garrison Town • 406 E Maple St • Garrison • (319) 477-8353

USPS • 102 Pine St • Garrison • (319) 477-6362

Keystone City Hall • 208 1st St • Keystone • (319) 442-3246

Keystone Volunteer Fire Dept • 208 1st St • Keystone • (319) 442-3146

Schroeder Library • 93 Main St • Keystone • (319) 442-3329

USPS • 87 Main St • Keystone • (641) 489-2065

Luzerne Fire Station • 116 E Iowa St • Luzerne • (319) 444-2110

USPS • 211 2nd St • Mount Auburn • (319) 475-2324

Newhall City Hall • 11 2nd Ave • Newhall • (319) 223-5709

Newhall Maintenance Dept • 204 Railroad St E • Newhall • (319) 223-4003

Newhall Public Library • 109 Railroad St • Newhall • (319) 223-5510

Newhall Volunteer Fire Dept • 220 Railroad St • Newhall • (319) 223-5156

USPS • 11 Main St • Newhall • (319) 223-5487

Norway City Hall • 108 E Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7351

Norway Public Library • 108 E Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7487

Norway Volunteer Fire Dept • 105 W Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7701

USPS • 202 W Railroad St • Norway • (319) 227-7671

Shellsburg City Office • 108 Main St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2954

Shellsburg Fire Dept • 101 Pearl St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2099

Shellsburg Public Library • 110 Main St SW • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2112

Shellsburg Public Works • 108 Main St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2954

USPS • 103 Pearl St SE • Shellsburg • (319) 436-2535

Non Emergency Fire Dept • 102 W Wood St • Urbana • (319) 443-2400

Urbana City Office • 102 Capitol Ave • Urbana • (319) 443-2400

Urbana Police Dept • 102 Capitol Ave • Urbana • (319) 310-4990

Urbana-Polk Township Fire Dept • 800 W Sunset St • Urbana • (319) 443-2400

USPS • 304 W Wood St • Urbana • (319) 443-2193

USPS • 118 Main St • Van Horne • (319) 228-8175

Van Horne City Hall • 114 Main St • Van Horne • (319) 228-8238

Van Horne Fire Dept • • Van Horne • (319) 228-8729

Van Horne First Responders • • Van Horne • (319) 228-8729

Van Horne Public Library • 114 Main St • Van Horne • (319) 228-8744

Van Horne Water Plant • • Van Horne • (319) 228-8609

Benton County Assessor • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-5211

Benton County Attorney • 111 E 4th St # 3 • Vinton • (319) 472-2436

Benton County Auditor • 111 E 4th St # 2 • Vinton • (319) 472-2365

Benton County Board-Sprvsrs • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-4869

Benton County Conservation • 5718 20th Avenue Dr • Vinton • (319) 472-3592

Benton County Emergency Mgmt • 213 2nd Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-4519

Benton County Engineer • 1707 W 1st St • Vinton • (319) 472-2211

Benton County Farm Svc Agency • 1705 W D St # 2 • Vinton • (319) 472-5274

Benton County Human Svc Dept • 811 D Ave # 20 • Vinton • (319) 472-4746

Benton County Jail • 113 E 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-2337

Benton County Janitor • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 365-9941

Benton County Magistrate Clerk • 111 E 4th St # 4 • Vinton • (319) 472-4902

Benton County Maintenance Grge • 1707 W 1st St • Vinton • (319) 472-4636

Benton County MHDS • 303 1st Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-4743

Benton County Recorder • 111 E 4th St # 1 • Vinton • (319) 472-3309

Benton County Sheriff • 113 E 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-2337

Benton County Social Svc • 811 D Ave # 33 • Vinton • (319) 472-4743

Benton County Soil-Water • 1705 W D St • Vinton • (319) 472-2161

Benton County Tax Dept • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-2439

Benton County Treasurer • 111 E 4th St # 2 • Vinton • (319) 472-2450

Benton County USDA Svc • 1705 W D St • Vinton • (319) 472-5274

Benton County Veterans Affairs • 811 D Ave # 34 • Vinton • (319) 472-3150

Benton County Weed Cmmssnr • 1707 W 1st St • Vinton • (319) 472-2040

Benton Juvenile Probation Ofc • 111 E 4th St • Vinton • (319) 472-3957

Cedar Valley Ranch Inc • 259 61st Street Ln • Vinton • (319) 472-2671

City Coordinator • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4709

City Hall Of Vinton Iowa • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Farm Bureau Federation-Benton • 1105 W 9th St • Vinton • (319) 472-4710

Natural Resources Conservation • 1705 W D St • Vinton • (319) 472-2161

USPS • 516 1st Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-3227

Vinton City Clerk • 310 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Vinton City Light Dept • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4813

Vinton City Parks & Recreation • 701 A St E • Vinton • (319) 472-4164

Vinton Electric Generation • 203 E 2nd St • Vinton • (319) 472-3663

Vinton Fire Dept • 109 E 2nd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Vinton Municipal Elec Utility • 214 E 2nd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4813

Vinton Municipal Utilities • 110 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-4707

Vinton Police Dept • 310 A Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-2321

Vinton Public Library • 510 2nd Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-4208

Vinton Skate & Activity Ctr • 1703 C Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-5168

Vinton Street Dept • 901 W 3rd St • Vinton • (319) 472-2768

Vinton Waste Water Treatment • 6026 25th Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-3353

Virginia Gay Hospital • 502 N 9th Ave • Vinton • (319) 472-6200

USPS • 100 Highway 151 E • Walford • (319) 846-2801

USPS • 206 1st St • Watkins • (319) 227-7788 

Disability Rights and Accommodations

Here’s a list of national crisis lines in the U.S., covering a variety of situations:

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

SAMHSA National Helpline (Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services): 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or text NAMI to 741741

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453)

National Runaway Safeline: 1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929) or text 66008


Elder Abuse Hotline (Adult Protective Services): 1-833-401-0832

Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988, then press 1, or text 838255

National Bereavement Helpline: 1-800-395-5755

National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888 or text HELP to 233733

Need to know! (Websites)

Emergency & Safety

Ready.gov: https://www.ready.gov – Government resource for disaster preparedness and emergency tips.
Weather.com: https://www.weather.com – Real-time weather updates, forecasts, and alerts.
911.gov: https://www.911.gov – Information about emergency services and preparedness.

Health & Wellness

WebMD: https://www.webmd.com – Health information, medical advice, and symptom checkers.
CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention): https://www.cdc.gov – Public health information, disease control, and safety guidelines.
MentalHealth.gov: https://www.mentalhealth.gov – Mental health resources, support, and information.

Education & Learning

Khan Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org – Free educational resources covering various subjects.
Coursera: https://www.coursera.org – Online courses from universities around the world.
Duolingo: https://www.duolingo.com – Language learning platform with fun, interactive lessons.

Finance & Money

AnnualCreditReport.com: https://www.annualcreditreport.com – Free annual credit report from the three major credit bureaus.
Investopedia: https://www.investopedia.com – Comprehensive financial education, including investing, budgeting, and money management.
IRS.gov: https://www.irs.gov – Tax information, tools, and resources for U.S. taxpayers.

Job & Career

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com – Professional networking, job searching, and career development.
Indeed: https://www.indeed.com – Job search engine with millions of listings across industries.
Glassdoor: https://www.glassdoor.com – Company reviews, salary insights, and job listings.

Travel & Navigation

Google Maps: https://maps.google.com – Navigation, traffic updates, and local business information.
TripAdvisor: https://www.tripadvisor.com – Travel reviews, planning tools, and recommendations for destinations.
Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com – Short-term rentals and unique accommodations worldwide.

News & Information

Reuters: https://www.reuters.com – Global news coverage on a variety of topics.
BBC News: https://www.bbc.com/news – International news source with comprehensive coverage.
Snopes: https://www.snopes.com – Fact-checking site for verifying news, rumors, and urban legends.

Entertainment & Leisure

IMDb: https://www.imdb.com – Information about movies, TV shows, actors, and film trivia.
Spotify: https://www.spotify.com – Music streaming, playlists, and podcasts.
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com – Video content covering everything from tutorials to entertainment.

Technology & Tools

Speedtest by Ookla: https://www.speedtest.net – Test your internet speed in seconds.
HowStuffWorks: https://www.howstuffworks.com – Explanations and guides about how various things work.
TechRadar: https://www.techradar.com – Technology news, reviews, and guides.

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