The 2020 Census is officially underway. The Census kicked off in January with population counts in remote Alaska.
In February, census takers began visiting group quarters, such as nursing homes and correctional facilities. In March, households will start receiving official notices by mail instructing people how to respond to the household guestionaire. For the first time, the 2020 Census will allow responses by phone, online or mail.
Read more in the Feb. 27 Kossuth County Advance.