Bethany, MO: The Harrison County Community Hospital District honored outgoing board member John Meek for his 28 years of service during the Hospital Week employee cookout on May 9. Employees and board members enjoyed lunch along with cake and punch. Pictured are board members Denise Babinski, Glenn Dale Cox, John Meek holding a distinguished service plaque, Sheila Robertson, Renee Fordyce, and Glenda Ellis and Tina Gillespie, the hospital’s chief executive officer. Meek began his board service in 1990 when the hospital district was formed and assumed control of the former Noll Memorial Hospital. During the gathering, Meek reflected on the many changes he has seen at the hospital over nearly three decades and the important role of community hospitals.–Submitted photo