Pardee Hospital marks 60th year amid challenges and growth
Pardee Hospital marks its 60th year as Henderson County’s second largest employer while facing funding cutbacks from federal sequestration and state Medicaid expansion delays. The message highlights cost-cutting, strong community care, and 2013 accolades including Leap Frog A rating and Healthgrades Excellence awards. Jay Kirby, Pardee President and CEO, credits 1,200 staff with sustaining a Black FY 2013 close and outlines plans for 2014.
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Mills River Council Elects Freeman Mayor In Quick Vote
Mills River Town Council selected Freeman as mayor from among its members after a rapid organizational meeting. Gonce was chosen as mayor pro tem, and Johnston replaced Lois Pryor, with Freeman and Gonce winning new four year terms without opposition. Snyder indicated no plans to seek other offices in 2014.
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