Welcome from just a few miles to the south of you.
There's an "Iowa" thread that you should check out, then check-in and say hi.
I'm in Madison county, and I raise Welsummers, wheaten marans, and a variety of laying hens that include RIR, leghorn, blue andlusian, cochins and a silkie. I also have ducks and ducklings.
I know you'll enjoy reading about your hobby here at BYC. There's so much to learn, keep reading.