Good morning, Fairfield County. East meets Midwest this week as the captivating sounds and movements of Thai classical dance arrive at Ohio University Lancaster. The Moradokmai Theatre troupe from Bangkok will transform the campus gymnasium into a cultural embassy on April 17, offering local residents a rare opportunity to learn traditional Thai dance techniques directly from students trained by a Thai National Artist. This continues a meaningful cultural exchange between Ohio University and the Bangkok-based non-profit that's bringing a slice of Southeast Asian artistry to our corner of Ohio.
In a stark contrast from cultural enrichment to criminal enterprise, a former Pickerington resident has received a 42-year prison sentence for orchestrating an elaborate $5.7 million Medicaid fraud scheme. Sally Njume-Tatsing operated three Ohio-based home health companies while actually living in California, systematically billing for inflated hours and non-existent services. The hefty sentence includes full restitution to Medicaid, closing a chapter on one of the region's most significant healthcare fraud cases.
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🌏 Thai dancers bring cultural magic to Ohio University Lancaster. The Moradokmai Theatre troupe from Bangkok will offer a rare Thai classical dance workshop on April 17 in the OHIO Lancaster gymnasium. Participants will learn traditional movements and techniques under the guidance of students trained by Thai National Artist "Kru Chang" Janaprakal Chandruang. Following the workshop, the performers will showcase various traditional Thai dance styles accompanied by live music. The event continues a cultural exchange relationship between Ohio University's Thai Study Abroad program and the Moradokmai Theatre, a non-profit organization that develops young artistic talent.
💰 Health care fraudster gets 42 years for $5.7M Medicaid scam. Sally Njume-Tatsing, a 47-year-old former Pickerington resident, was convicted on 13 counts related to defrauding Medicaid through her three Ohio-based Labelle Home Health companies. While operating from California, she systematically billed for inflated hours, misrepresented nurse qualifications, and charged for services to deceased or ineligible patients. A federal jury found her guilty in September, and along with her prison sentence, she must pay $5.7 million in restitution to Medicaid.
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