BorderTown Skate Shop, Salvation Army thrift stores closing
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When Glenn Lindsey first opened BorderTown Skate Shop, some people doubted it would stay open for long. It’s been 20 years since he opened his shop.
“It’s a pretty good run for any business,” Glenn said.
But after two decades, he has decided it’s time to move on. The Yuma native got a “pretty good job opportunity” out of state that he believes is too good to pass up. He’ll be closing the shop in early September.
In the meantime, everything, including skateboards, shoes, clothing and sunglasses, are up to 50 percent off. Even the fixtures and displays are being liquidated.
He expressed appreciation to customers for their loyalty. “Thanks all of our supporters for the last 20 years. We appreciate them.”
We wish Glenn the best in his new adventure! For more information, call 928726-1357. *** The Salvation Army announced that it has made the “difficult decision” to close its Family Thrift Stores at 600 W. Catalina Drive and 11825 S. Fortuna Road. The thrift stores will remain open until Sept. 30.
“We are grateful for the community’s support of The Salvation Army and our Yuma Family Thrift Stores,” said The Salvation Army Southwest divisional commander Lt. Col. Kelly Pontsler. “Closing the stores was not an easy decision, but it was the most fiscally responsible one for our long-term viability in the Yuma community and The Salvation Army’s mission of doing the most good.”
The move allows for a shift of local resources to help The Salvation Army better serve the Yuma community through its programs and activities, which include: youth character building, education and recreation; feeding the hungry; rental and utility assistance; and Christmas Angel trees and toy distribution.
Capts. Jeffrey and Katie Breazeale will continue to lead operations out of both Salvation Army locations in Yuma, at 600 W. Catalina Drive and 1100 S. 13th Ave. They encourage people in the community to stop by and find out more about The Salvation Army’s programs and activities, as well as oppor-