SUMMARY: Huntsville Hospital Health System is terminating its relationship with United Healthcare, impacting many local patients as some hospitals will become out of network for United Healthcare policyholders. The decision follows failed negotiations, with Huntsville claiming United Healthcare has not fulfilled its contractual obligations, citing high denial rates on patient claims. Conversely, United Healthcare argues that Huntsville’s demand for a significant fee increase of over 25% is unreasonable, as they are already among the most expensive providers in the region. Both parties claim they are committed to further negotiations to reach an agreement, which will affect various insurance plans starting October 15.

After negotiations between the hospital and the insurer, Huntsville Hospital Health System has sent “notice of termination” to United Healthcare.

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SUMMARY: The University of Alabama is competing against South Carolina to register more students to vote this week, coinciding with a football match. Nearly 2,000 students have registered within the past month due to initiatives from the Alabama Student Government Association (SGA). On National Voter Registration Day, they registered over 700 new voters and aim to double that number during the “Battle of the Ballots.” SGA Vice President Walker Parsons emphasizes the importance of encouraging young voters, as historically, turnout is low. Results of the competition will be revealed at the football game on Saturday.

Battle of the Ballots: University of Alabama voter registration initiative

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SUMMARY: As the high school football season reaches week eight, every game gains significance with playoffs approaching. This week’s JBT Power Band of the Week is the Daphne High School band, “The Sound of the Eastern Shore,” featuring over 180 students under the direction of Jamar Dumis and drum majors Elizabeth Evans, Madison KY, Katie Smith, and McKenzie Howell. The band has earned numerous accolades, including Best in Class and Grand Champion awards at various competitions. They also recently showcased their talent at the Alabama Music Educators Conference. Congratulations to Daphne High School’s dedicated band!

Congratulations to Daphne High School’s band, The Sound of the Eastern Shore, for winning JBT Power Band of the Week for …

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