Room 291 at Russell Medical is more than a hospital room, it’s a place for family and friends.
Dwight and Sherry Henderson were honored Thursday for making the room even more special.

PHOTOS: Russell Medical Room 291
Cliff Williams / The Outlook Russell Medical staff and friends welcome Dwight and Sherry Henderson to the renovated Room 291.

PHOTOS: Russell Medical Room 291
Cliff Williams / The Outlook Russell Medical staff and friends welcome Dwight and Sherry Henderson to the renovated Room 291.
PHOTOS: Russell Medical Room 291
PHOTOS: Russell Medical Room 291
Cliff Williams / The Outlook Russell Medical staff and friends welcome Dwight and Sherry Henderson to the renovated Room 291.
PHOTOS: Russell Medical Room 291
Cliff Williams / The Outlook Russell Medical staff and friends welcome Dwight and Sherry Henderson to the renovated Room 291.
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