Poweshiek County, Iowa was founded in 1843 occupying an area of 562 square miles , its population estimated 12 thousand inhabitants whose livelihood depends heavily on agricultural production such crops livestock dairy products bioenergy processing polymer production etc number of small businesses have started developing over recent years providing job opportunities for residents . Grinnell serves as Poweshiek’s county seat hosting multiple attractions such as Lake Ponderosa state park public library swimming pool theater along with gathering places restaurants pubs galleries giving visitors insights into local culture adding additional layer to enjoyable experience.