Friday, February 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville is considering a new extended stay motel and additional public housing based on proposals for an upcoming city planning meeting. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Sue Else, CEO of Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, will retire on May 15 after 11 years of service. The Gainesville Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Gainesville man was sentenced for trafficking fentanyl that resulted in the fatal overdose of his childhood friend. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Gainesville Police and the Georgia State Patrol have arrested several individuals on drug trafficking charges following recent traffic stops. 97.5 Glory
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Hall County Soil and Water Conservation District is inviting students from 3rd to 12th grade to participate in its annual poster contest themed 'Home is Where the Habitat is', with a deadline of April 11, 2025. AccessWDUN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia Senate unanimously passes a bill backed by three northeast Georgia-area Senators to provide new child care income-tax credits, aimed at increasing state credits and incentivizing employer-supported child care. AccessWDUN
- ➤ Government officials engaged in a spontaneous discussion about tort reform at a Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce meeting, prompted by increasing insurance costs. The Gainesville Times
SPORTS NEWS
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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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That Arena Rock Show Concert in Gainesville
That Arena Rock Show delivers a theatrical tribute to classic rock, showcasing anthems from legendary 70s and 80s artists like Led Zeppelin and Guns N' Roses.
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Josh Ward Live in Gainesville
Country music artist Josh Ward will perform live, showcasing his new album with heartfelt ballads and dance tunes at Boot Barn Hall.
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The Little Mermaid Ballet
Experience a captivating ballet adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story, set in an enchanting underwater world.
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Fourth Annual John Ferriss Regatta at Lake Lanier Olympic Park
The John Ferriss Regatta is an annual rowing competition that invites college teams to compete at the historic Lake Lanier Olympic Park, a previous site of the 1996 Olympics.
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