Gainesville
Morning News
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Japanese sushi master from Korea & a longtime Japanese chef will soon open Top Sushi at 1925 Jesse Jewell Parkway in New Holland, replacing Dish Asian Cuisine. The Gainesville Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brenau University is ranked in Newsweek's inaugural list of America's Best Colleges for Women, reflecting its strong commitment to empowering female students. The ranking highlights the local college's role in promoting quality higher education. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Four Hall County high schools earned a spot on the 2025 AP School Honor Roll when they were recognized by the Hall County School District Central Office on Feb. 26, 2025. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Hall County voters will decide this spring during primary on extending an education tax and approving a $100 million bond referendum for school repairs and new facilities for HCSD, Gainesville, and Buford. If approved, the one percent tax would run for up to five years (bringing in up to $400M). 97.5 Glory
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ NGHS CEO Matt Hanley said Tuesday morning that merging Gainesville’s Longstreet Clinic into the system is set for February while efforts to speed emergency care at the Gainesville and Braselton campuses continue. He noted that population growth is driving changes in service choices and insurance rates. AccessWDUN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville High School lost its Class 6-A football runner-up title after the GHSA ruled Monday, Jan. 12 that an ineligible player was used in the semi-final win over Rome - a decision that ended a season marked by on-field incidents and legal disputes. 97.5 Glory
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2000's Nostalgic Party
8-11 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience a nostalgic blast from the past at a vibrant 2000s-themed party.
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The Boss Project: Bruce Springsteen Tribute
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Tickets required — Experience a high-energy tribute to Bruce Springsteen that'll have everyone singing and dancing.
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The Play That Goes Wrong
7:30-9 p.m. — Hosch Theatre — Tickets required — Enjoy a riotous evening where nothing goes right in this comedic tribute to the chaos of live theatre.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Alex Hormozi
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