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Herrin Hospital expansion in limbo after board denial
SIH’s Herrin project faces delay as state board refused the Certificate of Need, prompting a $350,000 fine and appeals. Mayor Ritter calls the decision foolish while West Frankfort officials urge action, noting community need for expanded care and an emergency facility. The plan would add a three story annex, expand imaging and therapy, boost beds from 102 to about 135, and require a second hearing after a moratorium on healthcare construction meetings.
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Schaefer
West Frankfort
SIH
Herrin
Vic Ritter
Ritter
Bob Ellis
Union Hospital
Miners Memorial Health Center
Ellis
Planning Board
Southern Illinois
Herrin Hospital
Springfield
Lyerla Drive
Becky Ashton
Rod Blagojevich
Blagojevich