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Baptist North Mississippi CEO announces retirement, replacement named

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2 years ago

March 13, 2023

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
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/baptist-north-mississippi-ceo-announces-retirement-replacement-named/
Published Date: Mon, 13 Mar 2023 16:32:39 +0000

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Ole Miss women get pair of double-doubles and roll to 83-65 March Madness win over Ball State

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March 22, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-03-22 09:03:00

SUMMARY: Mississippi coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin found solace in returning to a different arena in Waco, Texas, following a disappointing previous tournament experience. The No. 5 seed Ole Miss Rebels redeemed themselves with an 83-65 victory over 12th-seeded Ball State in the NCAA Tournament’s first round. Starr Jacobs led the Rebels with 18 points and 11 rebounds, while Kennedy Todd-Williams and Madison Scott each scored 15 points. Ole Miss dominated rebounding, leading 52-32, and will face fourth-seeded Baylor next. Coach McPhee-McCuin noted the team’s evolution since their last visit and the significance of playing in Texas, where Jacobs feels at home.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: March 21-23

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March 21, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-03-21 08:59:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (March 21-23), Mississippi offers a range of exciting events. Highlights include Hal’s Marching MALfunction Second Line Stomp and Jessie Robinson’s blues performance in Jackson, as well as the Natchez Food & Wine Festival and the Natchez Little Theatre’s production of *This Side of Crazy*. There are also numerous exhibitions like *Of Salt and Spirit: Black Quilters in the American South* in Jackson and *Gold in the Hills* in Vicksburg. Other events include the 48th Annual Crawfish Classic Tennis Tournament in Hattiesburg, karaoke nights in Laurel, and a variety of family-friendly activities across the state.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: March 14-16

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3 weeks ago

March 14, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-03-14 07:26:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (March 14-16) in Mississippi offers a variety of events. In Jackson, iconic saxophonist Boney James performs at the convention center, while the JXN Food & Wine festival showcases culinary talents. The LeFleur Museum District hosts a “Week of Wonder,” and several exhibitions, including “Of Salt and Spirit,” celebrate Black quilters. Natchez features the Spring Pilgrimage tours, a reenactment of Annie Stewart’s story, and a St. Patrick’s Day celebration. In Hattiesburg, comedian Rob Schneider performs, and various events like a St. Patrick’s Day pub crawl and a talent show will take place throughout the area.

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