Pool managers prepare for swim season

When the Ritzville Water Park opened on June 12, pool managers Cory Whitmore and Courtney Flynn were ready and excited for business. With a half-day at the Ritzville schools that day, the pool immediately filled with children eager for the beginning of summer.

Joining the two pool managers are 12 lifeguards, five who are returning and seven new lifeguards who received their certification this year. During a work shift at the pool, there are typically five lifeguards and one manager on duty.

Flynn is returning as manager for her second year while this is Whitmore’s first year in the role. Whitm...