Tuesday, February 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of February.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 24-year-old was arrested in Gwinnett County after a drug raid in Gainesville found over three pounds of marijuana; he was charged with possession and intent to distribute. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ A 29-year-old man was arrested on multiple charges, including DUI and forgery, after a traffic stop by a Hall County sheriff's deputy. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ A Gainesville man was sentenced to prison and fined over $370,000 for meth trafficking after his car was searched post-crash. The Gainesville Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A report lists cities with the most expensive homes in the Gainesville, Georgia metro area, highlighting Flowery Branch as the top with a typical home value of $421,372. WSB-TV
- ➤ A study ranks the Gainesville metro as the second least stable housing market in the U.S., comparing home price trends and their volatility since 2000. 97.5 Glory
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Hall County School Board conducted the final public hearing on opting out of House Bill 581, allowing it to maintain a local property tax cap rather than managing separate homestead exemptions. AccessWDUN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dan Lynch and Howell Buot introduced a rowing program for cancer survivors on 'The Martha Zoller Show'. AccessWDUN
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Living Your Best Life after 55 Symposium
9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Lake Lanier Olympic Park | Inquire for details | Explore inspiring discussions on living well after 55.
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