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Morning News
Wednesday, February 26th, 2025
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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
- ➤ The Cherokee Bluff boys' tennis team delivered a complete shutout against Winder-Barrow, 5-0, while North Hall's boys and girls teams both secured victories in their respective matches. AccessWDUN
- ➤ Five Northeast Georgia high school girls' basketball teams aim to advance to the Final 4 in their respective classes as state playoff quarterfinals commence. AccessWDUN
TRAVEL 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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