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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ University of North Georgia students created public art for bus stops in Gainesville to support the mission of Adult Children of Aging Parents, a nonprofit aiding family caregivers.  The Gainesville Times
  • ➤ The 2025 American Values Dinner aims to support Scouting programs and honor three people with the Ralph Cleveland Distinguished Citizen Award.  The Gainesville Times

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • ➤ All lanes of I-985 are closed in Oakwood at Mile Marker 17 due to a grass fire, with fire crews on scene.  97.5 Glory

CRIME NEWS

  • ➤ A 52-year-old patient at Northeast Georgia Medical Center was charged with sexual battery for inappropriately touching a nurse, marking the second such incident in a short period.  97.5 Glory
  • ➤ A wanted individual from Habersham County eluded a traffic stop in Gainesville and subsequently fled into Lake Lanier.  The Gainesville Times
  • ➤ A man in Gainesville was sentenced following a plea agreement, over two years after being charged with the attempted murder of his brother.  The Gainesville Times

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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