Iowa Utility Board Proposes Telecommunication Rule Changes
Proposals would drop benchmark restoration timelines and remove printed phone books with mixed industry and advocate reactions. Supporters say updates reflect technology shifts, while critics warn rural and elderly residents may lose emergency access and timely calls. Public comments run through July 1 ahead of a Des Moines hearing on August 9.
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Horizons works through Meals on Wheels billing snafu
Horizons A Family Service Alliance faces delayed or denied Medicaid meals reimbursements after the April 1 Medicaid transition to three private insurers. The Cedar Rapids group delivers about 1100 meals daily, funding from Heritage Area Agency on Aging Older Americans Act Medicaid elderly waiver and fundraising. MCOs may retroactively reimburse claims once issues are resolved. Horizons will continue delivering meals without reimbursement.
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Protesters clash with Cleveland over Trump convention security
As the Republican National Convention nears in Cleveland July 18 to 21, eight protest groups seek permits for marches that officials restrict to a mile-long route near Quicken Loans Arena. Protesters argue time slots and locations mute visibility. two parks and public square stage offer limited speaking windows.
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