Community leaders react to hospital president's announcement

Thursday, July 17, 2008 By Brian Blackwell Community leaders expressed appreciation for James Wente, who announced Wednesday his retirement as president and chief executive officer of Southeast Missouri Hospital, effective July 31, 2009. Though his contributions to the hospital and medical community included expansion of staff and services, Wente also has played a role in civil service to Southeast Missouri. His involvement includes being past chairman of the Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce board of directors, United Way of Southeast Missouri board member, Bank of Missouri board member, Cape Girardeau Lions Club member and Jackson Chamber of Commerce member. Wente also has a passion for the outdoors. The hobby was reflected through his membership in Ducks Unlimited, numerous pictures and sculptures of geese in his... [read full story]