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Advocates: FL seniors may miss out on overlooked dual-plan benefits

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 1h

Medicare’s open enrollment is here; for those with both Medicare & Medicaid, Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) offer coordinated care, extra benefits.
Experts such as @otherrbg.bsky.social urge caution: narrower networks & prior authorizations affect access.

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2025Talks - October 14, 2025

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 3h

Today on #2025Talks: President Trump and leaders in the Middle East sign a #peace agreement. NY #healthcare workers are concerned about the fallout from the government #shutdown and Indiana's chief justice warns of threats in #courtrooms.
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PNS Daily Newscast: October 14, 2025

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 4h

Today on #PNSDailyNews: Dozens rescued, several still missing after monster storm in western AK; Childcare bill seeks to change reimbursement for providers; IN Chief Justice warns of rising threats in courtrooms; Panelists: Native economies deserve number crunching, too.
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Alaska small businesses face losing health insurance

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 15h

AK small business owners say proposed federal cuts to ACA subsidies & Medicaid could force closures.

Pat Race of Alaska Robotics warns rural communities risk losing essential services & part of their identity.

#AlaskaHealthCare #ACA #MedicaidCuts #SmallBusiness #RuralImpact
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Most in U.S., WA back extending ACA subsidies

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Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 16h

A new @kffhealthnews.org poll shows strong bipartisan support for extending ACA tax credits, set to expire this year.

Without them, premiums could more than double for millions. 4 in 10 say they'd go without coverage.

#ACA #HealthCareAccess #TaxCredits #OpenEnrollment
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Conservation groups rally to help Colorado meet new wildlife goals

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 17h

CO’s once-a-decade State Wildlife Action Plan is live, & 90+ groups are mobilizing to protect biodiversity.

From swift fox recovery to Canada lynx reintroduction, past plans delivered results. The new #SWAP2025 is a blueprint for more.

#ColoradoWildlife #Biodiversity #Conservation

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A NM family devotes its days doing right by soil

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 18h

Near Grants, NM, the Branum family is reviving desert soil with regenerative practices: cover crops, grazing, & grit.

Their farm, once the “Carrot Capitol of the World,” is thriving again after years of hard work.

#RegenerativeFarming #HealthySoil #NMAg #CarbonSequestration
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Kentuckians to hold rally at state capitol over economic concerns

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Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 18h

Kentuckians are rallying in Frankfort this Saturday to protest federal policies they say hurt working families.

ACA subsidies, SNAP cuts, rising costs are top concerns. Organizers say the event is peaceful and open to all.

#FrankfortVoices #ACA #SNAPcuts #WorkingFamilies
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Poll: More rural voters cutting back on basics, worried about child care

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 19h

A new poll shows West Virginia families are struggling with child care costs, averaging $850/month.

One in 5 parents are cutting back on essentials or risking job loss. 60% of eligible kids aren’t being served.

#ChildCareCrisis #WVFamilies #FirstFiveYearsFund #RuralVoices
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Advocates: Michigan budget ‘shortchanges’ public schools

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Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 19h

MI’s $21.3B school budget is drawing criticism for shifting funds away from K–12 classrooms.

Advocates say it raids the School Aid Fund & opens the door to taxpayer support for private schools.

#MIbudget #SchoolFunding #PublicSchools #SchoolAidFund
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Creating sustainable energy for Indigenous Arizonans

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 22h

A solar-powered #microgrid is coming to the Hopi Reservation, thanks to a $9M @ENERGY grant and @ASU researchers. The project aims to deliver reliable power to 15 essential buildings and could serve as a model for rural energy resilience.

#SolarEnergy #IndigenousFutures

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Creating a workforce pipeline for Nebraska's Winnebago Tribe

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 23h

Ho-Chunk, Inc. is training young #Winnebago men for construction jobs through its Legacy Learning program, tackling labor, housing shortages.

60% of graduates have found work. The impact goes beyond skills: it’s about stability, role models, community growth.
#WorkforceDevelopment

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Indigenous Peoples' Day in Idaho celebrates joy, resilience

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 23h

Today is #IndigenousPeoplesDay, and @IdahoStateU is celebrating with a public event themed “Indigenous Joy: Celebrating Strength and Resilience.”

The day honors the rich cultures, histories, & contributions of Indigenous peoples across generations.
#ShoshoneBannock #NativeVoices

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ND regulators consider 19% utility rate hike

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 1d

Xcel Energy is proposing a 19% rate hike for nearly 100K electricity customers in North Dakota.

Public hearings are today at noon and 6 p.m. via the Public Service Commission. AARP urges residents to speak up.

#UtilityRates #NorthDakotaEnergy #EnergyEquity #ConsumerCosts
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2025Talks - October 13, 2025

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 1d

Today on #2025Talks: VP Vance defends a planned Qatari airfield in Idaho. Polls find voters support extending the #healthcare subsidies at the heart of the #shutdown and Illinois Gov. Pritzker points to Republican criticisms of Guard federalization.

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PNS Daily Newscast: October 13, 2025

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 1d

On today's #PNSDailyNews podcast: East Coast storm will bring heavy rain, wind; Gov't shutdown looms large over state workers; 'ALL IN for Safe Schools' addresses immigration, LGBTQ policy; MI budget 'shortchanges' public schools; Creating sustainable energy for Indigenous peoples

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GA fire department adds social service component to help community

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 2d

In Decatur, GA, 70% of fire department calls aren’t fires; they’re medical needs & lift assists. With support from a Georgia Health Initiative grant, Decatur Fire & Rescue is deploying community health workers to connect residents with clinics, housing, and care. #FirePreventionWeek

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Plasma Awareness Week: CA donors are needed and celebrated

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 2d

It’s International Plasma Awareness Week. Plasma donations help treat bleeding disorders, immune deficiencies, and more. Anyone 18+ and 110 lbs+ can donate. Find a center at plasmaweek.org. #PlasmaAwareness #DonatePlasma #VonWillebrand #RareDisease #HealthEquity

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Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 3d

Autism affects 1 in 31 children nationwide, and new research and renewed public interest is helping tailor care to individual needs. Experts say genetics remain a key factor, but environmental questions persist. #AutismAwareness #Neurodiversity #GeneticResearch #PublicHealth

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Missouri expert chimes in on renewed federal autism research

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Dual Special Needs Plans provide additional health coverage in NC

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 3d

Medicare enrollment is open, & some North Carolinians may qualify for Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs). These plans coordinate Medicare + Medicaid benefits, offering support for chronic conditions, groceries and even utility bills.
#MedicareEnrollment #DSNP #PreventiveCare

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VA clean energy advocates oppose proposed gas power plant

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 3d

Dominion’s proposed gas peaker plant in Chesterfield could cost billions; advocates say it clashes with Virginia’s clean-energy law. Data centers now drive over 20% of Dominion’s electricity sales, but critics argue ratepayers shouldn’t foot the bill for big tech’s #energy needs.

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Expert: Mass deportations would harm all OR workers

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 3d

Immigrants make up 10% of OR’s population, but contribute 13% of its GDP. Experts say mass deportations could cost OR nearly 5k jobs & suppress wages. Fear of deportation also deters workers from reporting unsafe conditions or wage theft. #OregonEconomy #EconomicPolicy

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CT groups host first 'Families Belong Together' Day of Action

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 3d

In Danbury, CT, rising ICE arrests are reshaping daily life. Local businesses report fewer customers, & families fear routine errands near courthouses. Community groups are building safety networks & sharing rights resources to help neighbors stay informed. #FamiliesBelongTogether

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Northside Jacksonville community rallies against climate impacts

Public News Service @publicnewsservice.bsky.social · 4d

Floodwaters are rising in Jacksonville’s Ribault River neighborhood, where 87% of residents are Black and many are Gullah Geechee descendants. Local leaders are connecting climate action with cultural preservation, resilience, and equity. #ClimateResilience #FloridaClimateWeek

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