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Thursday, February 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Clearing work for the Sardis Road Connector is slated to start on March 3, according to interim Hall County Engineer Brent Cook. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ The Georgia Mountain Food Bank and LifeSouth Community Blood Centers are organizing a joint blood and food donation event on Valentine's Day in Gainesville. 97.5 Glory
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Operation Byte Down, a coordinated effort led by the Georgia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and involving 34 agencies including the GBI, resulted in the arrest of 17 individuals for child exploitation across Georgia. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Two Loganville men were arrested after a high-speed chase on I-985 with speeds reaching 126 mph, one remains in jail without bond while the other posted bond. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ A North Hall County daycare, accused of medicating children to induce sleep, was found to be operating without a license, following an investigation sparked by arrests for reckless conduct. AccessWDUN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Hall County Board of Commissioners is holding the first of three public hearings to consider opting out of Georgia's House Bill 581 to maintain a local 3% cap on property tax increases. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Jonathan Elliott, a Gainesville businessman with a background in commercial real estate and trucking, has declared his candidacy for the Ward 2 seat on the Gainesville City Council, with the election scheduled for November 4, 2025. The Gainesville Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Northeast Georgia Health System and Georgia Heart Institute are hosting a 'Happy VADentine's Day' luncheon for LVAD patients to celebrate their journey and discuss the impacts of their devices. AccessWDUN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The North Hall boys basketball team defeated Dawson County 97-69, advancing to the Region 6-3A semifinals with standout performances from three players scoring over 20 points each. AccessWDUN
- ➤ Gainesville and Chestatee High Schools both secured victories in their season-opening soccer matches, with Gainesville winning 4-3 against Habersham Central and Chestatee defeating McEachern 2-0. AccessWDUN
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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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An Evening of Jazz with Roman Street
Enjoy an intimate evening of jazz featuring the talented duo of Noah & Josh Thompson at the Smithgall Arts Center.
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Edwin McCain Concert in Gainesville
Edwin McCain, known for his timeless love songs and vibrant performances, will be performing live at Boot Barn Hall in Gainesville.
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A Celebration of Van Morrison's Musical Legacy
This event features a performance that explores the eclectic and timeless songs of Van Morrison, aiming to recreate his beloved musical spirit.
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Get Ghosted 2025: Snow Party at NoFo Brew Co
Celebrate the return of Get Ghosted with a day of snow, music, and drink specials at NoFo Brew Co.
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Pink Floyd Tribute Concert in Gainesville
Interstellar Echoes presents a tribute to Pink Floyd, recreating their iconic sound and visuals with meticulous attention to detail.
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Dan Tyminski in Concert
Renowned bluegrass artist Dan Tyminski will perform live at Boot Barn Hall in Gainesville.
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Dempsey Dash 5K and 1K Fun Run
The Dempsey Dash offers a 5K and 1K Fun Run, with proceeds supporting the Wayne W. Dempsey Endowed Scholarship Fund at Brenau University.
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Gainesville Chicken Chase Scavenger Hunt
Participants will explore Gainesville's downtown area on a self-guided scavenger hunt, solving riddles and uncovering historical landmarks and hidden gems.
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Afterhours Genealogy Research at Hall County Library
An afterhours event for genealogy enthusiasts to research their family history in a library setting, with pre-registration required.
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