Kansas hospitals struggle with long cross-state patient transfers
Motient, contracted by Kansas to manage transfers, reports worsening bed shortages as COVID-19 cases rise. Rural and distant hospitals from Minnesota to Michigan seek beds in larger Kansas facilities, with ERs often holding patients for days. Transfers now take longer than in summer surges, reflecting a strained system.
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Republicans dodge direct: Biden won the presidency
GOP lawmakers and candidates nationwide avoid saying Joe Biden won the 2020 election. In debates and interviews they offer hedged replies or vague statements. Senator Roger Marshall and Minnesota gubernatorial hopefuls illustrate the trend amid ongoing election denialism in the party.
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United Way opens racial equity grant program in Douglas County
The United Way of Douglas County invites grass roots groups and community nonprofits to apply for grants between 500 and 5000 to fund racial equity work benefiting low income and marginalized communities. Priority goes to BIPOC led efforts with a closing date of January 19.
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