Inmates Face Co Pays for Health Care Plan Considered
Douglas County officials weigh instituting co payments for inmate medical visits while pledging to protect those unable to pay. Sheriff Rick Trapp notes 5336 inmates led to 3389 medical visits with no charges, amid cautions from experts about undercutting health care and public safety.
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Johnson County jailers push higher inmate health fees plan
Johnson County jailers report health care co payments cut inmate visits, saving taxpayers. Capt Vicki Simpson notes monthly health costs near 2.9 million and co pays under 3k last year. Sheriff Lynn Currie Myers backs legislation with Rep Ray Merrick to require inmates to reimburse counties up to 35 dollars per day.
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Inmate Health Care Debate Highlights Equity Concerns
Public discussion raises issue that jailed individuals receive better health services than many non inmates. Advocates urge balanced approach with conservative, careful yet sufficient medical care for all.
Spanish teacher aids rural Arkansas City students students
Ana Fernandez from Valladolid works in Arkansas City as a visiting teacher aiding English learners and teaching Spanish via two way video. She also teaches English to Spanish speaking parents while supporting rural districts that cannot afford full time staff.
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Ana Lopez
Valladolid
Arkansas City
Christopher Renner
Emporia State University
Kansas
Renner
Marta Fernandez
Spain
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KU recruits minority students with roadshow effort
KU aims to boost minority enrollment and retention with a Multicultural Roadshow running today through Wednesday. About 20 volunteers will visit Wichita Kansas City Kan and Topeka to meet with community groups and high school students, sharing KU information geared to minority applicants. Claudia Mercado says outreach should pay off as campus unity grows.
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Wichita
Kansas City
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Topeka
Claudia Mercado
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