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: 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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SUMMARY: Madison police have arrested Joey Bright, charged with five counts of unlawful breaking and entering, theft of property, and burglary, following a series of burglaries. He is accused of breaking into cars and businesses on Palmer Road, stealing items such as tools, firearms, and golf clubs. Authorities recovered a significant amount of stolen property from his home. Police encourage victims of similar crimes to report any missing items, as there may be a chance of recovering stolen goods. They stress that filing reports is essential, even if victims think the likelihood of recovering their belongings is slim.

The Madison Police Department (MPD) arrested a 33-year-old man following reports that cars and businesses in the Palmer Road area were broken into.

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