Federal judge rules indoor gyms can reopen in Michigan next week

DETROIT – A federal judge has ruled indoor gyms in the state of Michigan can reopen next week.

Indoor gyms can now reopen Thursday (June 25).

UPDATE: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer appeals ruling that would allow Michigan gyms to reopen this week

This is a major ruling for gym owners and Michigan residents who wanted to get back to the gym to exercise.

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The ruling was made by U.S. District Judge Paul Maloney in the Western District of Michigan after a lawsuit was filed by the League of Independent Fitness Facilities.

The judge granted a preliminary injunction against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s executive order that closed gyms across the state.

Gyms will have to make sure employees and customers follow social distancing protocols.

Local 4 reached out to the governor’s office but has not yet heard back.

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