The Christian County YMCA has a new Director. Bruce Blanshan has been named the new Executive Director of the YMCA effective October 27th. Selected by the YMCA’s Board of Directors, Blanshan succeeds Chris Weittenhiller who stepped down in May.  Blanshan says that his main goal is to establish a presence in the community. 

Blanshan says he’s looking forward to things getting back to normal after the pandemic.

There is some work being done at the YMCA, and Blanshan is excited for what is being done.

CCYMCA Associate Director Andrea Bach says that she is excited to have Bruce on board.

For more information on the YMCA, visit https://www.ccymca.org/. Blanchan comes to the Y with 30 years of experience in recreation. He was serving at the Springfield Park District where he was the GM of the Nelson Center for the past 18 years. Bruce holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Recreation from the University of Northern Iowa.

(All pictures courtesy of Teresa Nelson)