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Medicaid for millions in America hinges on Deloitte-run systems plagued by errors
Deloitte, a global consultancy that reported revenue last year of $65 billion, pulls in billions of dollars from states and the federal government for supplying technology it says will modernize Medicaid. The company promotes itself as the industry leader in building sophisticated and efficient systems for states that, among other things, screen who is eligible […] The post Medicaid for millions in America hinges on Deloitte-run systems plagued by errors appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Arkansas, Missouri, Tennessee Prepare for Severe Weather, Tornado Risk from Beryl
Memphis, TN – The remnants of Hurricane Beryl are forecast to bring severe thunderstorms to the Mid-South today, posing risks of isolated tornadoes and damaging wind gusts. The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued alerts for the potential of severe weather, including flash flooding in areas of northeastern Arkansas and the Missouri Bootheel.
Inflation and Weather prove to be a double threat in causing Mid-South homeowner insurance surge, here is how you can save.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — There are more reasons than Americans would prefer when it comes to high home insurance rates. Memphians are seeing the highest average home insurance rates in the entire state. The average price for home insurance in the Bluff City is roughly $3,100 a year, according to a recent report by Money Geek.
Tennessee store owner arrested over alleged illegal gambling
The suspect was allegedly paying out winnings in merchandise. US.- Police in Tennessee have arrested a store owner, Nimit Patel, for allegedly offering illegal betting at The Country Store, also known as E & T Gas in Gadsden. Undercover officers say Patel was discovered paying out winnings in merchandise and then exchanging the payout tickets for cash with another party.
Living in limbo: DCS places kids indefinitely in group homes awaiting “evaluations”
The Tennessee Department of Children’s Services, already facing a class action lawsuit over its treatment of disabled kids, is placing children with no known disability diagnoses for months at a time in privately-run group homes designed to support adults with disabilities, according to child advocates. The homes serve as way stations before appointments open up […] The post Living in limbo: DCS places kids indefinitely in group homes awaiting “evaluations” appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
New campus amenities, same affordable tuition: Randy Boyd's extended vision for UT System
Randy Boyd will work to see through his promise of the "greatest decade" in the University of Tennessee's history after being reappointed as UT System president until 2030. But what is he planning next to make that happen? ...
How expensive are bills in Tennessee? New report ranks state among the cheapest
A new report reveals just how much it costs to live in Tennessee as it relates to the most common household bills. And its fairly cheap compared to other parts of the country. The 2024 Cost of Bills Index Report from Doxo is based on the company's nationwide bill payment statistics for...
Stories of Technology, Innovation, & Entrepreneurship in the Southeast
Nashville metro area has the state’s most educated population. That's according to WalletHub's ranking of "Most & Least Educated Cities in America." I doubt anyone would dispute the fact that a community needs a well-educated workforce if it expects to have a thriving economy. To determine where the most...
Rankin inducted into National High School Hall of Fame
Perhaps the earliest footnote in a career full of milestones and shattered records, Gary Rankin heeded the advice of his father as he first launched his prep coaching career decades ago at his high school alma mater, Smith County High School. What was Rankin’s Plan B? “That’s a great question, and my backup plan came from my father,” Rankin said. “When I first took the job at Smith County, that...
Tennessee Woman Wins Free Speech Suit After Being Fined For Political Sign In Her Yard
A Tennessee woman recently won a free speech lawsuit after officials initially fined her for a political sign in her yard. The woman placed a sign that read "F-k em both 2024." It's in reference to both political candidates Donald Trump and Joe Biden. The city of Lakeland, Tennessee found the sign obscene and fined her.
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