Friday, January 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bureau of Land Management is hosting a wild horse and burro adoption event in Gainesville from January 23-25, 2025. The Gainesville Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 17-year-old, identified as Roberto Acevedo, has been arrested and charged in connection with the weekend shooting death of Aristo Ramirez, 17, in Gainesville. 97.5 Glory
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville-Hall County Metro was ranked as the best-performing small metropolitan area in the United States by the Milken Institute, highlighting strong job and wage growth, particularly in the high-tech and poultry sectors. AccessWDUN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A High Fire Danger alert has been issued for Hall and surrounding counties, north Georgia, and middle Georgia, due to low humidity and strong winds. 97.5 Glory
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Super Chix Chicken & Custard opens in Limestone Marketplace, enhancing the dining options available in the new shopping center. The Gainesville Times
SPORTS NEWS
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LifeSouth Blood Drive at Gainesville Public Utilities
A public blood drive hosted by LifeSouth, aimed at collecting blood donations to support the local Gainesville-Hall County community.
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Easton Corbin Concert
Easton Corbin will perform live at Boot Barn Hall in Gainesville on January 24, 2025.
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Eagles Tribute Concert in Gainesville
Experience the music of the Eagles brought to life by the tribute band 'To the Limit,' featuring timeless classics and engaging performances.
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Liverpool Legends Concert in Gainesville
Experience a live performance by The Liverpool Legends at Boot Barn Hall in Gainesville.
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Josh Turner Live Concert at Boot Barn Hall
Josh Turner will perform live with Will Jones and Crew at Boot Barn Hall in Gainesville, GA.
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Blue Ribbon Run 5K Event
The Blue Ribbon Run 5K features a variety of running events including a 5K Run/Walk, a Fun Run, and a Virtual 5K for participants at Candler Street Park.
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Valentine's Day Flower Arranging Class
Stephanie Garrett will teach participants how to create beautiful flower arrangements, just in time for Valentine's Day.
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Pure Prairie League Concert at Boot Barn Hall
Pure Prairie League will perform live at Boot Barn Hall in Gainesville, offering an evening of classic music.
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The Sinatra Experience Featuring Ryan Davis
Ryan Davis and His Sensational Big Band will perform classic jazz standards and romantic songs at Boot Barn Hall, following sold-out shows in previous months.
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Evenings of Intimate Jazz: Roman Street Performance
Enjoy an evening of intimate jazz music featuring the talented brothers Noah & Josh Thompson at the Smithgall Arts Center.
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