About this episode

The episode discusses the closure of a labor and delivery unit in Council Bluffs, budget concerns in Des Moines, and the demolition of an education center at Springbrook State Park.

A hospital in Council Bluffs is set to close its labor and delivery unit. Des Moines residents are sharing their thoughts about the city's expected budget shortfall. And the education center at Springbrook State Park will be demolished.

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