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YMCA of the Coastal Bend plans to partially reopen Thursday

The gym abruptly closed after an assessment from the national organization cited safety issues.
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The YMCA of the Coastal Bend will partially reopen Thursday.

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Portions of the YMCA of the Coastal Bend will reopen at 7 a.m. Thursday, officials announced Monday.

Board member Taylor Alanis tells 3NEWS that the gym's main wellness center, which includes its cardio and strength training equipment, will be available to members, as well as certain classes.

Members with questions are asked to call the YMCA's front desk at (361) 882-1741.

The gym closed abruptly Wednesday after officials said an assessment done by the parent organization cited safety and security issues.

During a meeting of the YMCA's of the Coastal Bend's Board of Directors later Wednesday, CEO Gwen Ruppert resigned, and Sinton Chamber of Commerce CEO Estevan Guerra was named as interim CEO.

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