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Yet another delay in Sanford-Fairview merger effort

Sanford Health and Fairview Health, two hospital systems in the middle of a long sought-after merger effort, once again have announced a delay in the process.

According to a joint statement, they’re pushing back the closing date until after May 31 following a request from the Minnesota Attorney General’s office.

They’ve agreed to give 90 days’ notice once the new date is set.

The health systems initially proposed a closing date of March 31. That was previously pushed back to May 31.

The statement also said the health systems remain confident a merger would benefit hospital users.

The plan has also received its share of opposition. The Minnesota Attorney General’s office has ordered a review of the proposal, and the University of Minnesota system has announced a plan to purchase on-campus Fairview facilities.

C.J. Keene is a Rapid City-based journalist covering the legal system, education, and culture
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