Wellmark Opts Out of Iowa ACA Marketplace for Third Year
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield will not participate in the ACA health care exchange this year, citing the small business SHOP requirement. The Des Moines insurer will raise 2016 rates 26 to 28 percent for about 30,000 Iowa enrollees and expects to join the federal exchange in the future.
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Lake City cleanup begins after twister damages town
Lake City in Calhoun County reels from an EF1 tornado that toppled roofs and trees along Main Street. Gov. Branstad declares a disaster emergency as about 200 volunteers mobilize to assist with debris removal and repairs.
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Ron Christensen
Iowa landowner alleges bribery in pipeline dispute
Hughie Tweedy of Montrose says a Dakota Access representative offered a $1,200 prostitute to gain permission for a 1134 mile crude oil pipeline through his Iowa property. The company says it is investigating the allegations and notes the dispute involves eminent domain and an archaeology survey.
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Ilinois
State Utilities Board
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