Morrison YMCA
Coverage of Morrison YMCA in the Nexus archive.
- Protest planned over Morrison YMCA sale as questions linger about Ballantyne facility's future
A protest is planned over the sale of Morrison YMCA, with questions remaining about the future of the Ballantyne facility. If the sale is finalized, Forest Hill Church’s Ballantyne campus may need to relocate.
- Morrison YMCA sale sparks community backlash with 4,600 signatures
The Morrison YMCA in Ballantyne is being sold to Moments of Hope Church for $42.5 million, sparking a community backlash with a petition collecting over 4,600 signatures. The YMCA of Greater Charlotte cites reinvestment in other facilities as the reason for the sale, while community members like Carlos Otero express disappointment over losing a community hub.
- Moments of Hope Church lead pastor speaks out after purchase of Morrison YMCA
Moments of Hope Church purchased the Morrison YMCA in Charlotte, N.C., for $42.5 million to accommodate its growing congregation. Lead pastor David Chadwick explained the church needs more space as it hosts 1,200 regular attendees and plans to use the facility as a community hub, though some residents expressed frustration.
- ‘Everybody run!’: Families hide in bathroom during local YMCA lockdown
A person displayed what appeared to be a weapon at the Morrison YMCA in Charlotte, prompting a lockdown and causing families to hide in bathrooms. The YMCA confirmed the incident, and police responded, banning the individual from the facility. No shots were fired, and it is unclear if anyone was arrested.
- Morrison YMCA placed on brief lockdown after person displayed possible weapon
The Morrison YMCA in south Charlotte was placed under a brief lockdown after a person displayed a possible weapon and left the property. The YMCA banned the individual from all YMCA of Greater Charlotte locations.
- Morrison YMCA put on brief lockdown after person displayed possible weapon, officials say
The Morrison YMCA in Charlotte's Ballantyne area was placed under lockdown after a person displayed what appeared to be a weapon to another member. Staff implemented emergency protocols, and police confirmed the individual left the campus. The YMCA has banned the person from all its locations and assisted law enforcement in identifying them.
- 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.