Prairie Village YMCA Announces Surprise Shut Down

The tragic swan song of an important community resources shocked many local residents this week.

Here's a bit of context and a reminder that community building is becoming harder in the modern-era:

"The city of Prairie Village spearheaded an effort for a multi-million dollar, YMCA-operated community center.

"Recently, the city decided not to move forward with the project.

"The Paul Henson Family YMCA reacted to that decision on Thursday by announcing their Prairie Village location will shut down on Dec. 20."

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

Prairie Village YMCA will shut down in December; nonprofit says they lack resources to stay open

Despite efforts over several years, next month will be the last for the Paul Henson Family YMCA in Prairie Village.