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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Gainesville may gain a new park featuring a playground, pavilion, and potential pickleball courts, pending city approval.  The Gainesville Times

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • An explosion onboard a tractor-trailer caused a major traffic disruption on southbound I-985 in South Hall, with no injuries reported.  97.5 Glory

CRIME NEWS

  • Eight cars were burglarized at Brenau's softball field parking lot during team practice.  The Gainesville Times

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Joann's is closing twelve stores in Georgia due to financial struggles and a bankruptcy filing, although the Gainesville location will remain open.  97.5 Glory

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Hall County's Tax Commissioner Darla Eden is working to return thousands of dollars in tax refunds to residents due to overpayments on vehicle and property taxes.  AccessWDUN

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 2/28/25

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  • Dan Tyminski in Concert

    Renowned bluegrass artist Dan Tyminski will perform live at Boot Barn Hall in Gainesville.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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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.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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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.

    Sun, 3/9/25

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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.

    Fri, 3/14/25

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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.

    Sat, 3/15/25

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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.

    Thu, 3/20/25

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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.

    Fri, 3/21/25

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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.

    Sat, 3/22/25

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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.

    Thu, 3/27/25

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