Jennie Stuart

It did not appear that any opinions in favor or against the deal changed during Wednesday's meeting at the hospital.

The meeting, which is open to the public, will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30, in the Cotthoff Learning Center at Jennie Stuart Medical Center. 

Non-profit health systems across the country are facing significant challenges, and Jennie Stuart is not immune to these pressures, writes Leslie Carroll, board chair.

Jennie Stuart and Deaconess officials slate meetings with mayor, judge-executive and 'Save Jennie Stuart' representatives

The group filed articles of incorporation after Jennie Stuart announced a letter of intent to join Evansville, Indiana-based Deaconess.

The community ought to "fight to save one of our most important assets" in Jennie Stuart Medical Center, writes former Hopkinsville mayor Dan Kemp.

As Jennie Stuart explores a plan to join Deaconess Health, we’re asking Hoptown Chronicle readers to tell us what you are thinking about a change of this magnitude for the community.

Reports of a potential acquisition or merger of the two hospitals began swirling last week, prompting concern from local officials and residents.

Kentucky's sunshine laws don't appear to apply to Jennie Stuart Health because it is a private, nonprofit organization.

CEO Eric Lee, commenting after the hospital board met Thursday, said he could not provide details of the group's discussions but might have details to release in the near future.

There is speculation that board members — who signed nondisclosure agreements several months ago — could move during a meeting Thursday on a sell or merger with Evansville, Indiana-based Deaconess Health.

Chris Whitney, a retired pro basketball player, is among the backers who cut the ribbon Saturday on their first home on West Edmunds Street.