Gainesville
Morning News
Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Friday’s events in Northeast Georgia offered live tributes in Gainesville and Duluth, while today features a reptile expo at Gas South Convention Center and a pub crawl in Helen; a drive-in movie at Swan Drive-In Theater (Blue Ridge) runs through Sunday. AccessWDUN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Gainesville pharmaceutical company has started a 28,000 sqft expansion aimed at creating new jobs + it announced the effort at a groundbreaking ceremony where CEO Owen Murray spoke. The Gainesville Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Catherine O’Hara filmed several key scenes for A.C.O.D. in spring 2012 at local Atlanta landmarks—her work extended to the Lake Lanier and Gainesville areas, leaving a memorable mark on regional film history. FOX 5 Atlanta
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Four Johnson High School business and technology students placed in the top 10 statewide during the fall qualifier for the Microsoft Office Specialist U.S. National Championship + their strong performance highlights the school’s focus on preparing students for future competitions. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Dr. Brown is set to begin her role as Assistant Superintendent for Business and Operations at Gainesville City Schools in July (pending board approval). She brings 30 years of experience as principal at Mundy Mill Arts Academy. AccessWDUN
- ➤ State and national agriculture leaders toured Hall County Schools' farm and Meat Science Center on Friday, Jan. 30. They observed students' hands-on work that connects classroom learning with practical experience. The Gainesville Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Data from the Corps of Engineers show Lake Lanier rose 1.2 feet to 1065.5 on Friday morning, though it remains below full pool. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, Gainesville and nearby areas face a mix of severe, moderate, and abnormally dry conditions (statewide drought persists). 97.5 Glory
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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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The Seven Wonders - Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Cost Info Not Provided — Replicating the sounds of one of the world’s best-loved bands, The Seven Wonders reconnect fans with the music they love.
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~ Winston Churchill
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