Here are five takeaways:
1. Mr. Birmingham previously served as president and publisher of the Knoxville News Sentinel.
2. He is also the former president and publisher of the Corpus Christi Caller-Times.
3. He has previously served as board chairman for Christus Spohn Health System in Corpus Christi, Texas.
4. He has also served on Covenant Health’s board of directors.
5. Mr. Birmingham takes over from Jeff Elliott, who is retiring.
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