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Medicaid expansion ‘too little, too late’ as Greenwood Leflore Hospital finds way to stay open until 2024

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2 years ago

April 7, 2023

Greenwood Leflore Hospital, which has been at the forefront of Mississippi’s ongoing hospital crisis, will remain open until at least 2024 after being on the brink of full closure earlier this year.

In a memo sent to GLH employees this week, interim CEO Gary Marchand informed his staff that the hospital’s owners have agreed to an extended $10 million line of credit in place to support ongoing operations.

On top of the credit extension, GLH is set to receive around $925,000 from the state legislature once the new fiscal year begins on July 1. This is in addition to $2.1 million from the Mississippi Hospital Access Program and $722,713 from the Disproportionate Share Hospital Program allocated to GLH earlier this month.

While Marchand said the funds are helpful in the short term, the extended line of credit expected to be available within the next 30 to 60 days is the primary reason the hospital will be able to keep its doors open for the foreseeable future.

“While the…

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By: Caleb Salers
Title: Medicaid expansion ‘too little, too late’ as Greenwood Leflore Hospital finds way to stay open until 2024
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/medicaid-expansion-too-little-too-late-as-greenwood-leflore-hospital-finds-way-to-stay-open-until-2024/
Published Date: Fri, 07 Apr 2023 17:20:55 +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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