Max Armstrong offers his look at news and commentary for the Midwest noting that Ford wants to cut its workforce by 10% to boost profits. Planting progress made a significant move to catch up despite poor weather, though there are states that are behind including Ohio, Indiana, Missouri and Arkansas. And Max shares the story of a car dealer that went the extra mile for a customer.

Midwest Digest is a twice-daily audio feature produced by Max Armstrong, offering news and commentary from across the Midwest.