September 10, 2026- Williamson Health, based in Tennessee, is proceeding with its proposed $700 million sale to Ascension after the Williamson County Board of Commissioners approved a letter of intent with Ascension Saint Thomas. The letter of intent does not finalize the sale; a definitive agreement will still need approval from the Williamson Health board of trustees and county commission. The non-binding letter of intent has a due diligence phase that will allow both parties to exchange records and negotiate terms before any final agreement is reached, per News Channel 5 Nashville.