Indigent Care Program Shifts to DHS in Iowa
Iowa moves the Indigent Care Program from county to state DHS to broaden access and create a uniform system. The new plan charges a $75 monthly premium for households up to 200 percent of poverty and covers transport while limiting lodging and meals. Critics warn coverage may fall short and transportation may not equal prior aid, with a legislative review planned next year.
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Camp craze fuels parent push for super kids
Cedar Rapids parents described schedules packed with baseball, tennis, golf and science camps as they seek status and differentiation for their children. Mothers Susan Lloyd and Annette Martin warned against overcommitment while Aimee Mussman noted families prefer camps that fit calendars.
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Monticello School policy debated at meeting
About 60 people attended as nine spoke on the policy issue. Jenny Arduser urged an apology from the school board to aid healing and keep focus on Monticello's strong district. The debate centered on a classmate letter read at practice but not at commencement.
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Monticello
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Todd Hospodarsky
Audrey Savage
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