Much of the $218 million Nebraska received to soften the blow of looming Medicaid cuts has gone to big cities and out-of-state contractors. DHHS leaders argue the money will make its way to rural areas.

The largest sums of money are directed toward hospital infrastructure upgrades and funds to facilitate hospital redesign. Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont has assigned its $195 million in federal rural health dollars. Here’s where it’s going..

How closely have you been following the latest stories from rural communities across the country? From public benefits and health care to rural music festivals and midterms, this month’s news highlights the challenges, celebrations, and resistance shaping rural life. Take this short quiz to see what you know. The post…

The Trump administration announced $233 million for rural California healthcare Thursday. Here’s where the money comes from.