It's a day the southwest has waited a long time for.

     The official grand opening of the Cypress Regional Hospital is coming up on Thursday.

     Bryce Martin, Director of Communications for the Cypress Health Region, says they're proud of the new facility, saying it's proof of what can happen when everyone comes together for a single goal.

     The Minister of Health will be in attendance, along with local dignitaries, and members of the Dr. Noble Irwin Regional Healthcare Foundation.

     Martin adds everybody is encouraged to attend the grand opening event, which will take place in the Hospital's main parking lot at 2:00pm.