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Announcing the shortlist for Helpline Awards Employee of the Year.

💜 Jamie Brett, NacoaUK —the National Association for Children of Alcoholics
💜 Donna Craine, Humanists_UK
💜Andrea Pereira, SNAP
💜Dan Woodley, SafelineUK
💜Melissa Wylie, RuralSupport
💜Marni Yard, @beatedsupport.bsky.social
August 18, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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The Hinsdale Board is taking a stand for rural maternal care by considering a resolution to prevent the closure of the BMH birthing center—will they make history?

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Board moves to adopt resolution backing rural maternal care and opposing BMH birthing‑center closure
Board members considered a staff-drafted resolution, circulated after an email from John Potter, to support rural maternal medical care and to request state agencies and legislators act to prevent closure of the BMH birthing center. A motion and second to adopt and sign the resolution were recorded; the transcript excerpt does not show a detailed roll-call result.
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September 22, 2026 at 12:58 PM
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California's ABH 69 is revolutionizing the small and rural hospital relief program, expanding eligibility and support like never before!

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ABH 69 expands rural hospital relief program with new funding options
ABH 69 adds distressed hospitals to rural relief program and emphasizes updated application process.
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March 12, 2025 at 1:09 AM
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A Colorado committee just voted unanimously to support a bill that could be a lifeline for struggling rural independent pharmacies!

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Colorado committee advances House Bill 1222 to support rural independent pharmacies
Committee votes unanimously to recommend House Bill 1222 for rural pharmacy healthcare access.
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March 16, 2025 at 9:06 PM
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A critical discussion is underway in Nevada about ensuring that the definition of "historically underserved communities" includes vital support for rural areas that are often overlooked.

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Assemblymember Hayf clarifies definition of historically underserved communities for rural areas
Hayf confirms intent to include all qualifying rural areas in underserved definition.
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April 11, 2025 at 3:36 AM
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Montana is taking a bold step into the future of education with new AI guidance that prioritizes student safety and empowers teachers—are schools ready for the change?

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OPI and Montana Digital Academy present version 2 K'12 AI guidance and statewide supports
Montana Digital Academy and OPI previewed version 2.0 of state AI guidance for K'12, rolling six-month revision cycles, a catalog of vetted tools, an AI help desk and an AI educator-coach program that trained 72 coaches this year.
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July 27, 2026 at 6:08 PM
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Nevada's latest funding breakthrough means new life-saving equipment for ambulances—will updated Broselow tapes and Aegis wraps transform emergency care?

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Program receives full NOA; committee outlines purchases including updated Broselow tapes and additional wraps
Michael Boling told the committee the program received a fully funded Notice of Award (NOA) and plans purchases including Aegis wraps, pediatric transport devices, medication dosing applications and updated Broselow tapes (cited cost $30.35 each for ~400 ambulances). Members noted timing and state spending authority constraints.
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September 18, 2026 at 10:56 AM
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Hinsdale's board has taken a bold step to protect rural maternal care by adopting a resolution aimed at saving the BMH birthing center from closure!

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Hinsdale board adopts resolution backing rural maternal care, seeks to prevent BMH birthing-center closure
Board members voted to adopt and sign a resolution urging state agencies and legislative delegates to support rural maternal medical care and to help prevent the closure of the BMH birthing center; the resolution was read into the record and paper copies will be circulated to state offices.
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September 17, 2026 at 8:04 AM
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The DA revealed that the Special Victims Unit is handling 75% more cases than similar offices, and recent sting operations have led to a surprising increase in defendants.

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DA highlights special victims unit and ICAC task force successes; asks for fractional rural prosecutor support
The DA said the Special Victims Unit carries substantially higher workload than peer offices and that a new ICAC prosecutor has produced two stings and more defendants than anticipated; the office requested a 0.333 prosecutor to sustain operations in rural Lincoln County.
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September 1, 2026 at 6:58 AM
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Senator Cotton is stepping up to cosponsor the Stop Fraud and Medicaid Act, aiming to recover millions for those in need while cracking down on benefit program exploitation.

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Sen. Cotton to cosponsor Stop Fraud and Medicaid Act, touts national recoveries
Senator Cotton announced he will cosponsor Sen. Ashley Moody's Stop Fraud and Medicaid Act and highlighted that Medicaid fraud units nationwide have recovered more than $2,000,000,000, arguing the bill would help return funds to needy individuals and rural providers.
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August 26, 2026 at 3:26 PM
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The California State Assembly celebrated the legacy of departing members, highlighting their groundbreaking contributions to public safety, health care, and community support during an emotional tribute ceremony.

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Assembly honors departing members with tributes; colleagues highlight public safety, health and rural advocacy
The California State Assembly spent its morning session honoring departing members. Lawmakers delivered brief tributes to more than a dozen colleagues, cited specific policy wins and personal stories, and adopted a resolution recognizing the San Fernando Valley.
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August 19, 2026 at 7:59 AM
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A crucial congressional hearing in Urbana sheds light on the daunting travel burdens faced by rural veterans seeking access to essential care and benefits.

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Congressional Hearing Addresses Rural Veterans' Access to Care in Urbana
Congress members gather to discuss access gaps for rural veterans and available resources.
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July 26, 2025 at 11:32 AM
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🌾 Have you heard about our referral program for rural communities? We empower homeowners and small businesses to enhance their security and connectivity! 🤝 Spread the word and help your friends access reliable IT solutions. What are your thoughts? #RuralSupport
August 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Okanogan County officials are tackling urgent issues like school closures and wildfire management, pushing for federal support to safeguard rural communities.

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Forest Service Reports Active Fire Response and Road Maintenance Agreements in Northwest Washington
Fire teams engage in active fire response while discussing cooperative road maintenance agreements.
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September 8, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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A groundbreaking bill aims to eliminate notarization for mental health detention affidavits, making emergency care more accessible in rural areas.

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House orders bill to remove notarization for 96‑hour mental health detention affidavits
HB1977 was ordered perfected and printed after sponsors said it will remove notarization requirements for detention and evaluation applications and related documents when completed by qualified peace officers, medical staff, or hospital employees, simplifying access in rural and emergency settings.
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February 27, 2026 at 4:37 PM
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Community Action supports vulnerable and rural communities by connecting them to vital, hard-to-access resources like food, transportation, housing support, and energy assistance. We meet people where they are, ensuring no one is left behind. #CommunityAction #RuralSupport #EssentialServices
July 5, 2025 at 6:49 AM
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For Mental Health Awareness Week, find out more about the work Just Talk Agriculture is doing to support farmers and rural workers. countryshows.com/just-talk-ag... #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #JustTalkAgriculture #FarmingCommunity #RuralSupport #YouAreNotAlone
May 11, 2026 at 9:57 AM
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A crucial funding proposal could preserve hope for at-risk youth in Minnesota as the Senate discusses allocating $375,000 annually to the life-changing 180 Degrees program.

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Senate committee backs $375K for 180 Degrees youth support program in rural Minnesota
Senate committee approves funding for 180 Degrees to aid at-risk youth in rural counties.
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March 13, 2025 at 1:57 AM
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Minnesota's new Senate Bill 1832 is set to revolutionize workforce development by investing millions to empower women and rural communities in high-demand job sectors.

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Minnesota allocates $1M annually for CanNavigate workforce development program
Minnesota designates $1 million yearly to support the CanNavigate workforce initiative.
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February 24, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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Minnesota's Senate Bill 1832 is set to transform the state's child care landscape with $6.5 million in grants aimed at supporting local communities and boosting economic growth.

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Minnesota allocates $6.5M in grants to boost child care providers statewide
Minnesota distributes $6.5M annually to enhance quality child care and support economic growth.
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February 24, 2025 at 8:32 PM
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Minnesota's farmers are facing financial challenges, but new legislation could provide the expert support they desperately need to thrive.

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Minnesota Farmers Union advocates for enhanced farm business management funding
Hannah Barnhart supports additional funding for farm business management to aid farmers' financial literacy.
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February 18, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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Minnesota lawmakers are tackling a rising energy affordability crisis that has left over 91,000 households facing utility shutoffs and struggling to make ends meet.

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Minnesota lawmakers propose year-round energy assistance to reduce utility shutoffs
Legislation aims to address high energy costs and utility disconnections affecting rural households.
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February 10, 2025 at 11:46 PM
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A critical vote in the House Public Safety Committee could empower rural law enforcement across Oklahoma with dedicated coordinators, securing much-needed resources and training.

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Committee backs bill to fund law‑enforcement coordinators for 11 regional COGs
The House Public Safety Committee voted 7–2 to recommend HP 2,993, which would fund one law‑enforcement coordinator in each of the state's 11 Councils of Government (COGs) to help rural police and sheriff offices secure equipment, grants and training. The program sponsor estimated an annual cost of about $1.1 million.
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February 12, 2026 at 9:45 PM
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Nevada's $30 million investment in early childhood education raises critical questions about its real impact on rural communities—are our youngest citizens truly benefiting?

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Nevada Officials Discuss $30M Early Childhood Development Funding and Pre-K Accessibility Issues
Senator Titus questions effectiveness of $30M pre-k funding for rural regions in Nevada.
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August 14, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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Alaska lawmakers are pushing for better veteran service coverage and exploring how the State Defense Force can enhance disaster response in rural areas.

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Lawmakers press DMVA on veteran service officers and the Alaska State Defense Force
Committee members questioned DMVA about statewide availability of veteran service officers (VSOs), the State Defense Force's role in disasters, and whether more operating resources are needed; DMVA described grant‑funded VSO placements and said the State Defense Force is volunteer‑based and funded during activation by the disaster relief fund.
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March 4, 2026 at 2:12 PM