Gainesville
Morning News
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ NGHS President and CEO was named one of Georgia’s 100 Most Influential Georgians for 2026 by Georgia Trend magazine, recognizing his key leadership in the community. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Hank, a one-year-old Golden Doodle who helped his owner recover from cancer, is running for America’s Favorite Pet of 2026 in Gainesville. Local voters can follow his journey in a contest that celebrates pets making a difference. The Gainesville Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bend Bioscience held a ceremonial groundbreaking at its Gainesville plant on Gould Drive near Free Chapel North to begin a 28,000 sqft expansion that will support local workforce development via an apprenticeship partnership with Lanier Technical College. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ John Wright of Fieldale Farms in Gainesville was elected secretary of the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association Tuesday at the International Poultry and Egg Expo in Atlanta. A retired lieutenant colonel and active local board member, he will help guide industry efforts. 97.5 Glory
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service says snow will affect Northeast Georgia from Friday night to Saturday night while extreme cold will follow. The forecast rates eastern counties such as Hall with a 60 to 70 percent chance of impacts as cleanup from last weekend’s storm continues. AccessWDUN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper halted the sale of kerosene at the Chevron on Price Road after a routine inspection found gasoline contamination that may cause explosions in heaters and lamps. The store is offering refunds to anyone who purchased the product. WSB-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Candler plans an 18,000 sqft, restaurant-anchored shopping center on McEver Road (across from Branch House Tavern). The project will feature two buildings, including a 3,000 sqft restaurant with an outdoor patio and suites up to 3,000 sqft, plus a walking trail linking nearby subdivisions. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Norton Agency held its 2026 Forecast at Lanier Technical College's Ramsey Conference Center, where experts said average homes are turning into a buyer's market and urged updates to zoning rules & protection of private property rights. They also detailed trends in housing costs and local commercial shifts in north Georgia. AccessWDUN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville's top-ranked Lady Red Elephants defeated Roswell in a high school basketball game at Davis-Hill Gym on Jan. 28, maintaining their unbeaten season. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Braydon Langton shined as the East Hall boys defeated Monroe Area Wednesday while North Hall boys celebrated their third straight win + the games underscored competitive basketball in Hall County. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Flowery Branch high school standout Griffin Harper committed to a Division-II football program after a standout season as a running back and linebacker for the Falcons. He scored a touchdown near Gainesville on Sept. 25 (a sign of his talent) and is expected to shine on his new team. The Gainesville Times
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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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Piano Man - The Music of Billy Joel
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Tickets available — Experience a celebrated tribute to the legendary songs of Billy Joel.
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AK-7 Live Concert
9 PM – 1 AM — La Estación Mexican Grill — Ticket prices TBA — Experience an enchanting night of music with AK-7 and their romantic hits.
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Interstellar Echoes - Pink Floyd Tribute
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the sounds of Pink Floyd with the Southeast's premier tribute band.
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