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WATCH: Iowa mobile home residents report bad water, unsafe soil

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Residents told Iowa Starting Line about long-term issues with unclean water and soil erosion that has become so serious it’s beginning to impact important supports for their homes.
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  • Zachary Oren Smith

    Zachary Oren Smith is your friendly neighborhood reporter. He leads Starting Line’s political coverage where he investigates corruption, housing affordability and the future of work. For nearly a decade, he’s written award-winning stories for Iowa Public Radio, The Des Moines Register and Iowa City Press-Citizen. Send your tips on hard news and good food to zach@new.iowastartingline.com.

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