Niang provides spark for Cyclones
Georges Niang found his form in crunch time last night to help Iowa State over Oklahoma State in a key conference game. The Cyclones pulled ahead in the final minutes as Niang delivered scoring plays and solid defense to seal the win.
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Medicaid expansion shows fewer uninsured in Iowa hospitals
Cedar Rapids hospitals Mercy and St. Luke’s report a drop in uninsured patients a year after Iowa Health and Wellness Plan enrollment began. PwC Health Research Institute notes expansion states see rising admissions and fewer uninsured compared with non expansion states. Over 115000 Iowans enrolled by Feb 6 with 3600 in Johnson County and 9000 in Linn County.
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Winter weather prompts energy saving at home
The Gazette reports Iowa City residents react to a cold snap by dressing in layers and using space heaters sparingly. Rick Dunbar says he stays conservative with heat to reduce costs while a student warns of pipe damage after turning heat off.
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CoOportunity Health liquidation to affect Iowa plans
Iowa Insurance Division will liquidate CoOportunity Health next week under court supervision. About 2,000 Iowa enrollees with CoOportunity plans face lost tax credits and higher premiums if they do not switch carriers by March 1. The division took over in December as CoOportunity’s reserves were insufficient. CMS funds could not be secured.
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State tightens watch on Jordan aquifer water use
The Iowa Environmental Protection Commission approves a Notice of Intended Action to amend Cambrian Ordovician aquifer rules and curb withdrawals. Public hearings are set for April 8 Coralville April 9 Des Moines and April 10 Fort Dodge with comments due by April 14. The plan follows overuse concerns though Marion Water Dept. chief says no crisis exists.
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