Mercy Hospital restricts vaginal birth after C section
Des Moines Mercy Medical Center says it will not allow women who previously had a cesarean to attempt vaginal birth due to liability and safety concerns. Spokeswoman Laura Wenman cited about five such cases monthly out of 300 births, while competing hospitals still offer the option.
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Lottery profits rise 9 percent in Iowa year
Iowa Lottery profits advance 9 percent in fiscal year 2002 led by an $295 million Powerball jackpot in August. Turnover to the state reached $48.1 million while sales climbed to $181.2 million, up from $175 million in 2001. Governor Vilsack names Elaine Baxter to the Lottery Board.
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State workers dismissed over improper email use
In Des Moines, Gov. Tom Vilsack ordered a review after state employees were terminated for using state computers to send improper emails. Department of Personnel chief Mollie Anderson said most workers are diligent and the investigation will continue, with names not released.
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Sludge Plant Near Des Moines Homes Faces Relocation
Des Moines and 11 nearby communities may pay 2.2 million to buy 40 homes and relocate families because a 7 million sludge-storage facility near the sewer plant violates state law by being too close to residences. Residents report headaches and red eyes from gases. officials say sludge is harmless.
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Don Gilbert
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Bill Stowe
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Storm Lake man convicted of first degree murder in wife’s stabbing
George Pittman Jr. 33 of Storm Lake was found guilty by Judge Frank B. Nelson in Buena Vista County District Court of first degree murder for stabbing his wife Keo Gail Pittman to death on Sept. 23 2001 four days after his release from prison. Sentencing set for Aug. 8 with mandatory life without parole.
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George Pittman Jr
Frank B. Nelson
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Keo Gail Pitt
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George Pittman
Keo Pittman
Nelson
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