FOSSTON, MN—Following Monday night’s Fosston City Council meeting, R&J News spoke to Fosston City Administrator Cassie Heide about a couple of items that have made headlines. First, we asked Heide if there was any progress in the dispute between the City and Essentia Health over operation of the hospital. Heide had better news about the…
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On Wednesday, R&J News told you about Essentia Health’s plans to expand the emergency room at Fosston Hospital, along with adding a new ambulance bay and special rooms for patients who need behavioral health care. Essentia Health West Market President Dr. Stefanie Gefroh talks about those plans. Gefroh was asked if these expansion plans are…
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On Tuesday, March 5th the City of Fosston held a Special Meeting to share updates regarding the dispute with Essentia. Many hospital workers were among the 60-plus people who attended a special city council meeting to discuss the future of labor and delivery services. City Administrator Cassie Heide shares more: Heide points out that the…
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