Editorials Watch for tricks on hospital Medicare shift
RMH gained a $417000 Medicare reimbursement after being redesignated urban, addressing a long standing issue. Urban status raises payments, but RMH’s proximity to cities keeps expenses similar. Budget cuts under debate threaten Medicare increases and could raise costs for patients and insurers while risking reduced care for beneficiaries.
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Ransom Memorial Hospital
RMH
Newt Gingrich
TV News
Agme
Congress
Ottawa commissioner swears service over politics
In a letter response, Mrs. Gregorio J Hernandez asserts she remains committed to Ottawa and denies political ambition. She emphasizes four years on the commission have kept Ottawa first, highlighting diversity, equal opportunity, and a belief in unity quoted from Martin Luther King Jr.
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Gregorio J
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Fire at Morells East Second Street Meat Market
A fire at Morell's East Second street meat market destroyed stock and caused slight building damage. The shop will remain closed until the insurance adjuster arrives.
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Ottawa Herald
Your Quarter I Believes USD Building Proposal Improves Education
A community forum notice discusses a USD 290 building proposal as a means to improve education for children. It invites thoughts via the forum “It’s Your Quieter,” with call times 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Mon Thu and noon Saturday to 6 a.m. Monday, excluding Friday nights.
Bond Debate Ignites Call for Smaller Class Sizes
Garfield teacher Shirlene Taylor argues for reduced class sizes, asserting more one on one time boosts student progress. She urges Ottawa voters to consider professional classroom experience over studies when evaluating the bond issue.
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Ottawa
Old method endures Socratic teaching in law schools
Sam Sheldon, a candidate for the Ottawa Board of Education, argues against discarding the Socratic Method in law schools. He notes its 2,500 year history as a proven approach while criticizing rapid calls for integrated curriculums and educational reform. The piece contrasts tradition with calls for change in schooling.
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