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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of March.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A head-on collision on I-985 in Hall County involving a pickup truck and a Jeep Cherokee resulted in serious injuries and a DUI arrest for the pickup driver.  AccessWDUN
  • A Gainesville man died and another was seriously injured in a car crash involving a tree and a subsequent fire on Mountain View Road.  The Gainesville Times
  • A three-car accident on I-985 Southbound in Hall County before 8:30 a.m. caused significant traffic delays and injuries, with the Georgia State Patrol investigating the incident.  AccessWDUN
  • An early morning fire in Gillsville resulted in a fully involved home being extinguished by Hall County Fire Rescue, with no injuries but four occupants displaced.  AccessWDUN
  • A mobile home in Gainesville was completely destroyed by a fire; no injuries were reported and the cause is under investigation.  AccessWDUN
  • A Gainesville man died and another was injured in a high-speed, single-car crash into a tree near the city.  AccessWDUN

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Gainesville City Council is slated to vote on introducing a paid-parking system for downtown on-street spaces.  97.5 Glory

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Gainesville is highlighted for its appeal to retirees in Georgia, based on factors such as the percentage of residents aged 65 and older, housing costs, and poverty rate.  The Gainesville Times

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • The Fabulous Thunderbirds Concert

    7:30-11:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ages 14+ — Experience the powerful sound of The Fabulous Thunderbirds, an iconic American band with over 30 years of history.

    Thu, 4/3/25

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