In 2024, Medicaid providers in Knoxville billed a minimum of $1,681 for care specifically linked to COVID-19, as identified by HCPCS codes, with 62.6% of these claims concentrated during the high-pandemic years of 2020 and 2021.
Claims with COVID-specific HCPCS codes made up less than 0.1% of total Medicaid payments in Charles City for 2024, amounting to at least $7,201 associated with virus-related services.
Marion County officials have explained how Iowa’s closed primary system works ahead of this year’s elections. Voters must declare a party affiliation to participate and can update their registration if…
Marion County will mail notices by March 15 detailing proposed FY27 local government budgets and property tax rates. The notices provide information on upcoming public hearings where taxpayers can address…
IowaWORKS will host a Mobile Workforce Center at Marion County Public Health on April 2. The event offers resources for both employers and job seekers. Flyers with additional information are…
Marion County has opened its candidate filing period ahead of the June primary and November general elections in 2026. Signature requirements and deadlines differ by office. Resources are available online…
Marion County has released details about candidate signature requirements and filing deadlines for its upcoming primary and general elections in June and November of 2026. Prospective candidates should review specific…
Marion County has announced key dates for candidate filings and voting procedures ahead of the June and November elections in 2026. Deadlines include periods for filing candidacies, requesting absentee ballots,…
Residents of Marion County planning to participate in the dust control program this year are being reminded of important deadlines and procedures for the upcoming season.
Residents of Marion County who are elderly or disabled may be eligible for a property tax credit in 2026.
Marion County Public Health Department has been selected to lead a statewide initiative in Iowa aimed at reducing cancer disparities in rural areas.
The Marion County Zoning office, in collaboration with the Mid-Iowa Planning Alliance (MIPA), is working on an update to the Marion County 2040 Comprehensive Plan.
Between 2024 and 2025, Floyd County registered a 2.3% decrease in the number of households receiving food assistance aid.
Warren County reported a 0.7% increase in the number of households receiving SNAP benefits between 2024 and 2025.
Marion County Public Health has released its January newsletter, providing updates on ongoing health initiatives and resources available to residents.
Floyd County reported a 1.2% decrease in the number of residents seeking the food assistance program between 2024 and 2025.
In 2025, Warren County received $1,697,750 in food stamps, compared to $4,351,365 in 2016.
Between 2024 and 2025, Warren County registered a 0.8% decrease in the number of people applying for food assistance.
In 2025, Floyd County received $1,108,607 in food stamps, compared to $2,533,699 in 2016.
Between 2023 and 2024, Madison County registered a 0.8% increase in the number of people applying for food assistance.
Between 2023 and 2024, Marion County registered a 3.2% increase in the number of people applying for food assistance.
Warren County reported a 3.8% increase in the number of residents seeking the food assistance program between 2023 and 2024.
Warren County saw a 7.5% increase in the amount of money allocated for food assistance from 2023 to 2024.
In 2024, 2,109 Warren County residents relied on food stamps, compared to 3,474 in 2015.
In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services employers across South DSM News publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and…
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