Champions and School Districts Partner for a Strong 2026-27 School Year

Leading national before- and after-school care provider supports families through partnerships with more than 1,150 schools across the country.

Key takeaways

• For the 2026–27 school year, Champions is launching new partnerships with school districts including Cupertino Union School District (California), Decatur School District 61 (Illinois), Iowa City School District (Iowa), and Spotsylvania County Public Schools (Virginia), expanding access to high-quality afterschool programs for working families.
• Champions partners with elementary and middle schools to provide safe, supervised before- and after-school as well as school break programs.
• Champions works with state agencies, federal programs, employers, and schools to help eligible families access child care tuition assistance and other affordability resources.

LAKE OSWEGO, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As families across the country enjoy the last

PLEXIS Healthcare Systems Highlights Quantum Choice® Capabilities for Medicare Advantage D-SNP Administration

PLEXIS Healthcare Systems positioned as a major contender in the Everest PEAK Matrix

Quantum Choice® and Orion® provide configurable core administration, workflow automation, and operational visibility for MA Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans

Quantum Choice provides configurable admin, automation, and flexibility that help organizations improve efficiency while supporting the complex requirements of government-sponsored programs.”

— Sean Garrett, COO of PLEXIS

MEDFORD, OR, UNITED STATES, July 27, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Medicare Advantage Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) continue to operate within an evolving regulatory and operational environment while balancing Medicare and

New Book Helps Physician Leaders Protect Their Practices from Embezzlement and Financial Loss

The Embezzlement Epidemic

Healthcare finance and leadership expert Jill Arena urges physicians to view financial stewardship as an essential part of delivering quality healthcare.

"Physicians dedicate years to mastering medicine, yet few receive meaningful education in financial oversight or business leadership. The result isn't financial vulnerability—it's a leadership gap." ”

— Jill Arena, CEO of Health e Practices

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- At a time when independent medical practices face mounting financial pressure, increasing administrative complexity, and growing

As Employer Demand for Financial Wellness Benefits Accelerates, medZERO Expands Its Reach Across Industries

Salt & Straw, Leatherman, and two non-profits join a growing roster of employers choosing medZERO to securely eliminate financial barriers to care.

Amongst employers of all varieties there is a growing recognition that the gap between insurance coverage and actual care affordability is a problem that a benefits strategy can and should address.”

— Craig Foude

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, July 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- medZERO, a healthcare financial wellness platform focused on making care more accessible and equitable, today announced new employer clients Salt & Straw, Leatherman Tool Company, Easterseals Louisiana, and Goodwill Industries of Kansas. The continued adoption of the

Compliance Monitoring Program Committee meets July 30

SALEM, Ore. — The Compliance Monitoring Program Committee will hold a virtual meeting Thursday, July 30, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. To join, please use the Teams video conference information found on the agenda.

The committee’s agenda includes:

• Roads and steep slopes pilot study updates
• Riparian pilot study report discussion

The meeting is open to the public to attend online via Teams. Requests for an interpreter for the hearing impaired or other accommodations for persons with disabilities should be made at least 48 hours before the meeting by emailing Marta Frias-Bedolla.

The CMP Committee assists in efforts to monitor compliance with Forest Practices Rules. The committee advises ODF regarding monitoring projects and procedures. View more information on the CMPC webpage.

Firefighters capitalize on moderated weather to strengthen lines on Akawa Butte and Brewer fires

Firefighters took advantage of moderated fire behavior overnight to build direct control lines on two major wildfires in central Oregon. While light rain provided some relief, the Oregon State Fire Marshal and the Oregon Department of Forestry remain focused on defending homes as a drying period with sustained winds is expected to return this weekend.

The Akawa Butte Fire near Sisters is estimated at 26,144 acres and is three percent

Oregon Housing and Community Services Invests in Housing that Helps Children and Young Adults Thrive

Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is aligning public and private resources to invest in Oregon’s future by helping children, youth, and families access stable housing, early learning, and supportive services that give young people the foundation to succeed in school and later in life.

Research consistently shows that housing stability is closely linked to educational success.