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Medical helicopters could become increasingly necessary as federal cuts hit rural hospitals. But federal policy means those choppers are often flying at a financial loss. (Photo courtesy of Michigan Medicine)
Michigan Medicine
Rural Michigan may need more medical helicopters. Can it afford them?
Justin A. Hinkley | Bridge Michigan
As rural hospitals cut services because of Medicaid funding cuts, they'll likely need to transport more patients to bigger facilities that still offer those services.
Antrim County resident addresses the county commission, including Victoria Bishop (second from left). (Photo: Claire Keenan-Kurgan/IPR)
Claire Keenan-Kurgan
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Frustration and some support for Antrim County clerk as public speaks about voter rolls
Claire Keenan-Kurgan
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