Mississippi News
Baptist North Mississippi CEO announces retirement, replacement named
Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi's CEO, Bill Henning, has announced plans to retire on May 26, and his successor has been named.
Henning, who took over as chief administrator in 2013, led construction efforts of the new Baptist North Mississippi facility in Oxford, which opened in 2017.
“Bill Henning has achieved outstanding success during his decade at Baptist North Mississippi, including leading construction of the new hospital, which has perhaps been the greatest and most important project in the hospital's history,” Dr. Paul DePriest, executive vice president and chief operating officer for Baptist Memorial Health Care said. “I am grateful for his leadership, and he will be greatly missed, but I wish him well on this exciting new phase of his life.”
Brian Welton, CEO of Baptist Memorial Hospital-Crittenden, Ark., has been appointed to take over as Henning's replacement.
Welton came to Baptist as a Frank S. Groner administrative fellow in…
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By: Caleb Salers
Title: Baptist North Mississippi CEO announces retirement, replacement named
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Published Date: Mon, 13 Mar 2023 16:32:39 +0000
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Hatley seniors announce post high school plans during Decision Day
SUMMARY: Seniors at Hatley High School have been preparing for life after graduation with the help of a career coach for at least two years. Students like Madison Case participated in internship programs that allowed them to gain real-world experience and make a difference in their community. The career coach, Amie Prewett, works with juniors to help them define their goals and interests, providing job shadowing opportunities, college visits, and internships. The partnership between the school and local organizations like Monroe Strong has been instrumental in guiding students towards their desired career paths. The success of the program was evident in the positive feedback from students and parents.
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Gordo Bypass in the works to improve Highway 82 traffic
SUMMARY: The 6.2-mile Gordo Bypass project in Alabama has two phases: the grade and drain phase completed in 2023, and the base and pave phase expected to start this year. The project aims to improve safety, mobility, and commerce for motorists in West Alabama. Once finished, US-82 will have four lanes from the Mississippi state line to Tuscaloosa. The project is expected to cost around 63 million dollars and will increase the capacity of Highway 82 while decreasing heavy truck traffic through Gordo. Local residents see opportunities for growth and development with the completion of the bypass.
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Super Bulldog Weekend brings economic boost to Starkville
SUMMARY: The MSU baseball game kicks off Super Bulldog Weekend in Starkville, drawing huge crowds and selling out hotels. Paige Hunt, Director of Tourism, highlights the economic benefits for the city, with visitors spending money and leaving tax dollars behind. Local businesses, like Campus BookMart, are gearing up for the rush of customers. Despite the busyness, store clerk Pam Minyard enjoys the excitement of game weekends and the community coming together. In addition to baseball, the football team will host its spring game. Overall, Super Bulldog Weekend brings economic growth and excitement to Starkville.
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