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Thursday, March 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A wind-driven fire completely destroyed a house in Hall County, with the homeowner safe and the cause under investigation. 97.5 Glory
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Baldwin woman has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses including serious injury by vehicle and DUI following a single-vehicle crash that seriously injured her passenger last November. 97.5 Glory
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Gainesville issued 212 building permits last month for projects estimated at $13.2 million, including new homes and commercial buildings. 97.5 Glory
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A man was denied enrollment at West Hall High School due to age and documentation issues, closely following a similar incident at a Gwinnett high school. The Gainesville Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Commissioner Gregg Poole, the incoming Hall County Board of Commissioner for District 3, will host town hall meetings to discuss sales tax, road improvements, and county concerns. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Gainesville's City Council decided against implementing a paid parking system downtown, with no future plans disclosed. AccessWDUN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Cherokee Bluff girls basketball team, seen as underdogs, aims to clinch their first Class 3A state title against defending champions Baldwin, highlighting a contrast in experience and expectations. AccessWDUN
- ➤ Buford, North Forsyth, and Gainesville high schools continue their respective baseball series in hopes of securing wins in critical region games. AccessWDUN
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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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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.
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Brenau University Community Concert
7-11 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Support a good cause — Enjoy a night of R&B and soul music from talented local artists.
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