Ballantyne
Coverage of Ballantyne in the Nexus archive.
- Members of popular Morrison YMCA upset, caught off guard by sale announcement
The Morrison YMCA in south Charlotte, NC, will close in summer 2027 after being sold for $42.5 million to a local church, causing frustration among members who feel unprepared for the change. Members expressed concerns about losing access to programs, gym facilities, and summer camps, while the YMCA stated plans to relocate services to nearby locations.
- Morrison YMCA branch in south Charlotte to be closed, sold for $42.5M
The Morrison YMCA branch in south Charlotte will be sold for $42.5 million to Moments of Hope Church and closed by summer 2027. The facility will remain operational until then, with members retaining access to other YMCA locations. The church plans to redevelop the property for community-focused initiatives, including potential educational and youth programs.