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Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices
Spurred by fed-up consumers, states are trying to curb spiraling prescription drug costs by assembling special public boards to investigate and regulate pricing. The idea is similar to a local utility board: a public group that sets rules or makes recommendations to ensure that what they’re regulating — in this case, prescription medications — is […] The post Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices appeared first on Washington State Standard.
Be There When Metallica Takes Over Minnesota!
Metallica is one of the most successful bands with eleven studio albums, four live albums, two EPs, and 37 singles. They've had six consecutive studio albums debut at number one on the Billboard 200 and have sold over 125 million albums worldwide. Metallica is coming to Minnesota and Sasquatch 107-7...
Report: Michigan CPS not up to standards 6 years after a state audit
(The Center Square) – A recent report on Michigan’s Child Protection Agency shows organizational issues that have been going on for at least six years. An audit completed in 2018 revealed a failure to conduct background checks, major delays in abuse investigations, failure to meet with some victims, and a lack of safety plans for identified victims. The updated report, conducted by the nonpartisan Office of the Auditor General, reveals these issues have not been addressed. ...
Northland nonprofit offers $1,500 grants for flood relief
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - Financial assistance is now available to homeowners affected by last month’s flooding. The United Way of Northeastern Minnesota (UWNEMN) is offering financial support to households in its service area to help them recover from the flooding. An application is required, and individuals must...
Dubbin Back Behind The Wheel For Brainerd Events
The NHRA Lucas Oil Series returns this weekend for round four of five in the Central Region at Brainerd International Raceway. The Dubbin Motorsports Team looks to improve upon some heartbreaking bad luck they have experienced in the 2024 season. Achieving their best result of the season with a win...
Dirty Honey ‘Can’t Find the Brakes,’ But Makes Stops in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin
Fans of classic rock are in for a treat as Dirty Honey brings their "Can’t Find the Brakes World Tour" to North America, with dates lined up in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Known for blending classic rock riffs with Marc LaBelle’s searing vocals, Dirty Honey has been hailed as one of the most exciting bands in recent years.
Spinning The State: Baraboo, Fond du Lac, Greenbush, Tomah
Stories you might have missed from across Wisconsin. Baraboo: SSM Health to sell three facilities. Change is inevitable and change is coming to three Wisconsin-based long-term care centers. SSM Health announced that is it selling three centers, located in baraboo, Madison and Waupun to Complete Care. Complete Care owns nine other skilled nursing facilities in Wisconsin that are overseen by a regional leadership team that includes more than 900 team members statewide. SSM employees are being asked to stay on under the new ownership to continue caring for patients. SSM will continue to operate facilities in Fond du lac and Mt. Calvary. Full Story.
Here’s How Much A Speeding Ticket Now Costs in Minnesota
It's not necessarily a surprise, but the cost of getting a speeding ticket in Minnesota continues to increase. Here's what it'll cost you now if you're cited for exceeding the speed limit in the North Star State. Since the pandemic, speeding has been an increasingly problematic issue here in the...
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