Gainesville
Morning News
Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local organizer Tyler Neff will hold the March for Truth on March 15 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Downtown Gainesville Square to shed light on files related to Jeffrey Epstein — the march will pause for 30-45 minutes at the white bridge on Jesse Jewell Parkway. AccessWDUN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Haydee’s Cafe & Cantina has permanently closed its Gainesville location on Dawsonville Highway. The Gainesville Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lupita Mexican Taqueria on Harmony Church Road received a failing grade of 57 on its routine health inspection Tuesday, March 3, and officials noted immediate improvements are needed + a follow-up review is planned. The Gainesville Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Antebellum in Flowery Branch has been named Georgia’s Best Small Town Restaurant and is set in a 1890s building known for farm-to-table dishes and live music. The venue also boasts creative flavors and recognized awards + continues to enhance its North Georgia reputation. 97.5 Glory
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville issued 36 permits last month for new single-family homes (costing $9.3 million), 9 for home repairs (worth $451,000), and 11 for commercial projects (2 for new construction at $235,000 and 9 for remodels at $916,000) according to the February building report. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Construction is well underway on a 229-home lakefront subdivision along McEver Road that was approved by City Council in 2024 for residents 55 and older. The new community sits near Lake Lanier (a local favorite) and promises modern living with lake access. The Gainesville Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Cherokee Bluff, senior guard Claire Carlson delivered 22.5 points (6.5 rebounds, 4 steals, 3 blocks, and 2.5 assists) as the Lady Bears won state tournament games over LaFayette and Ridgeland. Her performance shows her strong all-around play. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ East Hall's Cooper Barton (5-7 sophomore) was named Boys Player of the Week after hitting six 3-pointers and scoring 20 points to push his team to the state quarterfinals on Feb. 28. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Sadie Leek delivered a record performance as Lakeview Academy beat Athens Christian Tuesday in a Hall County soccer match (Gainesville's girls also posted big wins). The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Local high school basketball playoffs continue in Hall County as Cherokee Bluff girls need three wins to try to repeat as state champions while boys teams from Gainesville and East Hall remain in the race. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ In a high school quarterfinal game on Feb. 27, a clock issue led Cherokee Bluff’s Lady Bears to a controversial loss to Monroe in Flowery Branch — ending their 20-11 season and bid for back-to-back titles. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ North Hall beat Greater Atlanta Christian in its region opener on March 3 in Gainesville (Indiana signee Branson Crawford struck out 13 batters and hit a solo home run). The Gainesville Times
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North Georgia USAWE Licensed Show
8 a.m. — Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center — In-person event — Saddle up for two days of thrilling USAWE action in Gainesville, GA.
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Dempsey Dash 2026
9-11 a.m. — Brenau Amphitheatre — Registration fee applies — Participate in the annual 5K and 1K Fun Run in memory of Wayne Dempsey.
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Chamber Chase 5K and 2 Mile Wellness Walk
6-8 p.m. — Riverside Preparatory Academy — Registration fee applies — Celebrate fitness with a fun run and wellness walk in Gainesville's community event.
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Cinderella – Gainesville Ballet Company
7:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Pearce Auditorium — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting ballet adaptation of the beloved Brothers Grimm tale with magic and beautiful performances.
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Cinderella – Gainesville Ballet Company
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Pearce Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting ballet production of Cinderella, showcasing whimsical fairies and captivating performances.
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Don’t Be Cruel: Elvis Tribute Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices not specified — Experience the magic of Elvis with hits from his legendary career.
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Monster Truck Wars
12 PM — Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling action with monster trucks, mud racing, and tractor pulling at this family-friendly event.
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Learn to Sew with Ana Whitfield: Pleats, Gathers, & Elastic
12-3 p.m. — Hall County Library North Hall Technology Center — Bring your own supplies — Dive into sewing basics and complete your first projects with expert guidance.
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R&B, Inc. Live Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check local listings — Experience the vibrant sound of an all-star R&B band featuring the vocal mastery of Keith Eatmon.
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Women of the Woods Club
3-5 PM — Elachee Nature Science Center — Free admission — Empowering women to explore the outdoors and build skills in nature.
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