Montgomery’s Jackson Hospital & Clinic is potentially 30 days from closing if it does not secure financial assistance from the city, county and state.

“If there is no commitment, then there is no alternative for this hospital but to close,” said Rick Jackson of Jackson Healthcare, the Georgia-based entity currently overseeing the hospital’s finances.

“That’s not a threat. I’m just saying they’re out of money, and that’s something that nobody wants.”

Last year, Jackson Hospital defaulted on about $60 million in bonds . A few months later the hospital announced changes in its leadership .

Earlier this year, the hospital approached the city about guaranteeing a portion of its debt.

Since then, the hospital has received approval for its Chapter 11 bankruptcy plan, which is allowing i

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