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Roller Skating in the News #7

Let the good times roll! The NMRS is here to update you with recent news from around the country and abroad. Each week the NMRS hopes to share with you the most recent news on all areas of roller skating -- sport, recreation, and business. If you know of any news articles that highlight roller skating and would like us to share them, please let us know them with us!


Resurrection of the roller rink

06/02/2023 | Antjea Wolff | Union, MO

When Scott Schuh purchased the Nothing Fancy Rink in Union last November, he set to work remodeling and updating the facility. The skating rink, located at 181 Audrey Lane, was in need of some repair. After several months of remodeling, Schuh enlisted Steve Wojtowicz, a former artistic skating coach for Nothing Fancy Rink, to help fulfill his vision and take on the role of general manager of the rink. Now, the newly remodeled and rebranded roller skating rink, Piccadilly Palace, is ready for its grand opening at the beginning of June. See more: https://www.emissourian.com/local_news/resurrection-of-the-roller-rink/article_0cc73e04-00b8-11ee-98bb-77064fb586ba.html


Roller skating is underway at Kelowna's Stuart Park

06/01/2023 | Kent Molgat | Kelowna, B.C., Canada

Skate rentals at Kelowna's Stuart Park have been a hit, and now Kevin Laflamme is rolling out more skating for the summer. See more: https://www.kelownanow.com/watercooler/news/news/Kelowna/VIDEO_Roller_skating_is_underway_at_Kelowna_s_Stuart_Park/


Beloved Gilmer skating rink to reopen in July

0/6/012023 | José Alonzo | Gilmer, TX

Owner of the Gilmer Starplex John Allen said he's currently hiring for staff and hopes to reopen for the summer season. See more: https://www.cbs19.tv/article/news/community/east-texas-skating-ring-set-to-reopen-in-july-after-catching-on-fire-last-year/501-b8e41c8e-5497-413b-a10c-6812b0a270d0


Let the Good Times Roll! New Family Entertainment Center with Skating Rink to Open in Northeast El Paso

05/31/2023 | Mike Martinez |

A new entertainment center with a roller-skating rink and a laser tag arena will be opening soon in Northeast El Paso. "Wait, what? On our side of town?" exclaimed the northeast in disbelief. See More: https://krod.com/ixp/63/p/the-spot-family-entertainment-center-skating-rink-northeast-el-paso/?utm_source=tsmclip&utm_medium=referral


Local teacher roller-skates for love on Netflix

05/31/2023 | Ezra Solway | NJ


Muscogee Roller Girls bootcamp teaches skating and more for all skill-levels

05/30/2023 | Olivia Yepez | Columbus, GA.

The Muscogee Roller Girls are ready to share their skills. Locals looking to try something new or improve their roller-skating skills can consider the Roller Girls’ 10-week summer bootcamp. The camp, which will begin on June 11 with an open-to-all information session, about joining the league in skating and non-skating positions. See more: https://www.wrbl.com/news/local-news/muscogee-roller-girls-bootcamp-teaches-skating-and-more-for-all-skill-levels/


Roller Skating Has Been The Cool Girl Hobby Since The '70s - Here's How To Start

05/28/2023 | Glam Staff | Brisbane, CA

Before there was rollerblading, there were the glory days of roller skating. Picture it: the 1970s, disco, shag haircuts, halter tops, and roller rinks full of glittering disco balls, bumpin' music, and people in short-shorts sporting their slick roller skating skills. See More: https://www.glam.com/1294707/roller-skating-cool-girl-hobby-70s-how-start/












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