Dear Editor It has been my privilege to serve on the Perry County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees for more than 20 years. During this time we have had four different hospital administrators all … more

Dear Editor During the candidate forum last Thursday, there was a question asked out of protocol. I was told the question was created by a hospital board member sitting at a table with at least two … more

My name is William “Bill” Bohnert and I am the newest member of the Perry County board of Trustees. I was elected in April Of 2022 by the citizens of Perry County to be a fiduciary … more

Update on three of my bills: 1. My German Heritage Corridor legislation, HB 200, which adds Perry County to the existing corridor was voted out of Tourism committee unanimously and will now move to … more

Dear Editor What should a non-profit board member not do: Fail to understand fiduciary duties Fail to provide effective oversight Avoiding hard questions Avoiding transparency Insufficient conflict … more

Dear Editor For 70 years, our hospital has provided healthcare to us and our neighboring communities. Why has it been losing ratings in recent years.? It seems like a lack of interest and experience, … more

To the EditorAbout a year ago, in this section of the Newspaper I asked: Why does our local hospital have two Boards? Not having received a printed answer, I’ll try again. But first... Our … more

To the Editor:Our community is joining together with the help of the American Legion & the Republic-Monitor to celebrate Commitment & Citizenship as we move forward as … more

Last week’s letter by the Board of Trustees regarding Dr Hutchison being a liar caught me by surprise! I feel that he has asked good questions that has not been answered. I challenge the board … more

Dear Editor, Joe Hutchison (Dr. Joe Hutchison) has announced his candidacy for the elected hospital board. Let’s get another qualified person on the board/ Go vote and vote for Joe. We … more