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  • courtesy of Shellie Barnett

A new Tropical Smoothie in the downtown YMCA building at 524 Broadway is planning a grand opening this Wednesday, March 28 and a soft opening on Monday, March 26. There will be 99 cents Mango Magic Smoothies and $2.99 flatbread sandwiches all day, and as an added bonus, there’s a fully restored courtyard patio to enjoy while you slurp.

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The new Tropical Smoothie is owned by Brad Newcomb and Josh Imon, who also own the River Market shop. Hours will be 7 a.m to 6 p.m., but the patio closes at 5 p.m. Call 246-3145 for more info.

We’ve mentioned the historic YMCA building before. It’s owned by Shellie and Brad Barnett, who rescued it from being razed into a parking lot. Tropical Smoothie is their second tenant. Since November, they’ve had Nationwide Insurance in the building. Other possible tenants include a photo studio and a spa.

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