Rural HMO Legislation Faces Reintroduction Delay
Rep. Bartlett's spokeswoman says rural HMOs could be driven out if legislation reintroduces cost of care rules and reimbursement disparities. The focus shifts to federal policy and how CMS reimburses plans, with Maryland officials urged to act to fix rural rate inequities.
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Constellation Foundation to add wheelchair lift for ship access
The Constellation Foundation will provide a portable hand cranked lift to allow wheelchair access below the 1854 warship Constellation’s top deck. The move settles a disability rights suit filed after a 1992 complaint by Robert Reuter. The lift, built by Adenive Engineering, stores out of sight and avoids permanent alterations to the vessel during its $9 million restoration.
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Maryland and Pennsylvania quarters introduce new designs
The article notes minting of 750 million Maryland and Pennsylvania quarters amid a broader rollout. Federal Reserve officials warn distribution varies by region and that coins circulate longer than bills. The next quarter in March will honor Pennsylvania with the Commonwealth statue and a Pennsylvania outline. Maryland’s Gater design by Gov. Glendening was among five submitted ideas including Fort McHenry and the Star-Spangled Banner.
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Frederick High’s top student Robert aims for Princeton and physics
Robert, a Frederick High senior, stands out for SAT prowess and a wide range of activities. He captains the Academic Team, directed a one act play, auditions for Camelot, competes in JETS, teaches Taijiquan, and interns at the National Cancer Institute Fort Detrick while applying to Princeton Johns Hopkins Brandeis MIT UC Chicago and UMBC.
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Clinton budget aims to buy and remove Gettysburg tower
The Clinton administration budget proposes a 5.7 million allocation to acquire land around Gettysburg National Military Park and tear down the privately owned 310 foot observation tower built outside the park in 1972. Preservationists welcome the move, citing long effort to remove the tower and expand protection of battlefield lands.
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Senate Republicans push fact finding on Clinton conduct
Republican draft outlines a fact finding into allegations against President Clinton, suggesting conduct in the Lewinsky matter. White House aides warn any finding could conflict with the Constitution while senators weigh calling witnesses.
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Bankfarmers align with big producers over hog prices
Local farmer Eddie Boyer blames agricultural monopolies for falling pork prices while noting consumer prices stay high. Chris Bedford of the Maryland Sierra Club supports a one year moratorium. The Farm Service Agency offers Small Hog Operation Payment for operations marketing fewer than 1,000 hogs in late 1998, with eligibility limits and a February 12 deadline at the Frederick County FSA office. The Frederick County Planning Commission will hear public comment on the moratorium March 10 before advising the county commissioners.
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Computer glitch halts Maryland lottery for 90 minutes
Baltimore AP reports a computer glitch shut down lottery computers from 5 30 a m to 7 a m on Tuesday due to an outside contractor AWI. Lottery director Bruce Roogow says AWI would cover losses. expected revenue loss ranges from 5 000 to 15 000 dollars as sales were minimal before agents opened. The system later restored to run Pick 3 Pick 4 Lotto and Big game as Cash In Hand draws remained suspended for a time.
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Wal-Mart Plans 99,951 Square Foot Store on Md 806
Wal-Mart officials outlined a 99,951 square foot store planned along Md 806. Company representative Morris said no additional improvements to other sites would be necessary.
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Rounding Roads Study Under Review by State Agency
The State Highway Administration is evaluating Mr Morris study on rounding roads including U S 15 amid ongoing efforts in Frederick. Frederick News-Post notes the project as part of local transportation planning and future road adjustments.
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Potomac Edison seeks fuel factor cut for 1999 2000 cycle
The Virginia State Corporation Commission schedules a public hearing on February 25 1999 to review Potomac Edison Companys proposed decrease in its zero based fuel factor from 1.278 to 1.181 cents per kWh for March 1999 cycle bills. Protest procedures and contact details are provided for interested parties.
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