Letter to the Editor: Fitness center owner writes to members and to town

When Matt and I went into business together I hadn't planned for it to go this way. Alder St. Fitness and Tanning, LLC was a dream of mine. I enjoyed running our business, seeing new faces and watching members achieve new goals. The smiles on their faces are what I enjoyed most about this business. Unfortunately, Matt and I grew further apart as Matt turned to abusive ways. I felt the great need to take my children to a safe and more positive place outside of Odessa. I had learned that Matt wasn't around and the gym wasn't being run properly. We returned to town, in hopes that I would then take over.

Unfortunately, that isn't going to happen. I truly hope this business doesn't go anywhere for the sake of our community. I am asking any gym members that were wronged by the closure to contact me at 509-988-0173 or email angela.tanis@yahoo.com

I apologize for all the burden this has caused for the members of our community. I hope to regain your trust in me.

Angela Tanis

Odessa