WMOK (Metropolis, IL) – Chrissy Childers of Rural Health, Inc. spoke with us via phone on Friday the 10th to discuss the assistance that they provide – free of charge – to assist uninsured and underinsured individuals in finding affordable health coverage.
Chrissy also reminded us the WEDNESDAY JANUARY 15TH DEADLINE for the insurance marketplace.
Hear our complete conversation below:
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Massac County Sheriff's Office K9 Chase has received donation of body armor
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