Welcome to CRWENewswire, Stocks to watch. I am Sara Bryant. The Board of Directors of LifePoint Hospitals Incorporated - symbol LPNT - has authorized a new stock repurchase program that will allow for repurchases of up to $250 million of its common stock over the next 18 months. LifePoint Hospitals is a leading hospital company focused on providing quality healthcare services close to home. Through its subsidiaries, LifePoint operates 52 hospital campuses in 17 states. With a mission of “Making Communities Healthier,” LifePoint is the sole community hospital provider in the majority of the communities it serves. More information about LifePoint Hospitals Incorporated - symbol LPNT - at LifePointHospitals.com. Thank you for joining me and stay with us! For CRWE Newswire, Stocks to Watch, I’m Sara Bryant