Gainesville
Morning News
Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dinah Hamilton, a Brenau student, wins the Sarah Helen Killgore Scholarship + attorney Kelly Anne Miles is named Gainesville Woman of Distinction by Girl Scouts, while Suwanee Beer Fest earns a top national ranking per USA Today. 97.5 Glory
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ North Hall High School math teacher and golf coach Jason Hughes passed away Friday night (HCSD confirmed details are pending) and the school's FCA held a gym tribute on Saturday at 1 p.m. to honor him. AccessWDUN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville’s top-ranked basketball team lost in the Class 5A state semifinals on March 6 in Atlanta as the Red Elephants rallied from a first-half deficit to briefly lead in the fourth quarter. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Flowery Branch's boys soccer team beat East Jackson as six players scored in a game that showed off the Falcons' depth. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ East Hall boys lost to Cross Creek in the state semifinals at Legacy Arena in Douglasville on Mar. 7—Cross Creek’s third-quarter rally turned the game. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Cherokee Bluff boys won two matches in Region 8-3A play by beating West Hall and Jefferson on March 5 in Flowery Branch. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ North Hall completed a series sweep against Greater Atlanta Christian on March 3 in Gainesville as Branson Crawford hit a homer and his team recorded three homers and four doubles. The win capped a strong performance by the Trojans. The Gainesville Times
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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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Bingo Loco - Early Show
5:30-11:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check the event page for pricing — Experience a wild, interactive bingo show featuring dance-offs and exciting prizes.
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