Executive Director Meghan Merritt describes the history behind the Corpening Memorial YMCA during a 15th-anniversary celebration. She is talking about Max Corpening Sr., who established a foundation in memory of his late son and which led to the building of the local Y.
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The Corpening Memorial YMCA celebrated 15 years of service recently at a luncheon that honored those who helped reach this milestone.
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The Maxwell M. Corpening Jr. Memorial YMCA opened 15 years ago on March 10, 2003.
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The 15th-anniversary celebration at the Corpening Memorial YMCA came complete with a big cake.
A vision for a healthier McDowell County was realized when the Corpening Memorial YMCA opened its doors 15 years ago. This, month the Y celebrates that accomplishment while looking toward the future.
Her gym currently has more active hall of fame members than any other powerlifting team in the Carolinas.
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Executive Director Meghan Merritt describes the history behind the Corpening Memorial YMCA during a 15th-anniversary celebration. She is talking about Max Corpening Sr., who established a foundation in memory of his late son and which led to the building of the local Y.
