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The Prairie Learning Center at Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge has been closed since 2024 after a storm damaged the roof and caused flooding.
Maura Curran
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Iowa Public Radio
The Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge in Prairie City shared plans to reopen its visitor center, which has been closed for nearly two years due to major damage caused by a severe hailstorm. It's also seeking public input as it reevaluates what educational opportunities it can offer.

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