Tax exemptions and credits are costly for county

Davis County is grappling with the financial strain of various tax credits and exemptions, including those for homeowners and military personnel. In a recent report, County Assessor Jason Wagler highlighted the increasing burden these measures place on local budgets.

Missouri ends Medicaid coverage of chiropractor treatments

Missouri’s move to end Medicaid coverage for chiropractic treatments marks a significant shift in the state’s health policy. Observers point to budget considerations and debates on social programs as key factors behind this change.

Missouri ends Medicaid coverage of chiropractor treatments

Pa. grapples with implementing Medicaid work requirements

A new federal law requiring Medicaid work requirements has left Pennsylvania scrambling to fill budget gaps without additional federal funding. State officials must now determine how to shoulder this financial burden while adhering to new federal mandates.

City council discussing roadwork under budget constraints

City officials convened on January 13 to address pressing road repairs in California City. Mayor Marquette Hawkins emphasized a block-by-block strategy, urging residents and the council to collaborate on finding long-term, fiscally responsible solutions.

City council discussing roadwork under budget constraints

Charleston Park stage upgrade bids revealed

Two bids for stage upgrades at Hoyt Berry Municipal Park in Charleston came in over the amount of the project’s grant. With the cost exceeding the set budget, officials have made no immediate decision, leaving the future of the upgrade uncertain.

Charleston Park stage upgrade bids revealed

Officials weigh future of Keene State’s CALL program

Keene State College’s CALL program, which has served senior citizens for decades, may be reduced or eliminated due to campus-wide cost-saving efforts. A college administrator confirmed that the program’s future is under review, though no final decision has been made.

Officials weigh future of Keene State’s CALL program

Funding concerns delay decision on Louisa County jail and annex

Three weeks after a public hearing reached no conclusion, Louisa County officials in Wapello are still weighing the future of the former county jail and annex. Concerns over funding continue to postpone a final decision, leaving the buildings’ fate up in the air.

Funding concerns delay decision on Louisa County jail and annex