Task force responds to early closure, updates on progress

Aidan Sanfelippo, The Leader-Telegram, Eau Claire, Wis.
Updated ·3 min read

Mar. 14—EAU CLAIRE — One month, 3 weeks, and nearly a day after the announcement of the HSHS and Prevea closures, the HSHS/Prevea Recovery Task Force reacted to the news that the hospitals would close sooner than expected.

Dave Minor, Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce President and CEO and HSHS/Prevea Recovery Task Force member, said they were disappointed with the closure announcements.

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