Gainesville
Morning News
Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The four-day Broken to Beautiful Retreat (organized by the Schuylar Barnes Foundation) will bring 35 grieving mothers together at Ark on Lake Lanier for healing activities and reflection, offering a supportive space to connect with others who understand their loss. The Gainesville Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Officials said Eddie Bauer will close its three local stores after failing to find a buyer following a bankruptcy filing last month driven by declining sales and industry headwinds + the closures will affect local shoppers seeking alternative outdoor apparel. 97.5 Glory
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A North Hall High School teacher died after a prank turned tragic over the weekend, and several legal experts say his family’s wish for leniency will likely influence county prosecutors as a GoFundMe fundraiser for the family tops $412k. 97.5 Glory
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Hall County school board approved $4.7 million for renovations at Flowery Branch Elementary on Monday (Mar. 9). The funding will support improvements to boost the school’s facilities for students. The Gainesville Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Mar. 10, Cherokee Bluff's top doubles team (Sam Gessner and Arya Chawla) swept Monroe Area to keep the Bears unbeaten in Region 8-3A play. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ The Lakeview Academy girls scored in the first minute and held Bethlehem Christian to a region shutout win in their soccer match today. The early goal + solid defense set the tone for a strong performance. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Today, Cherokee Bluff’s Fontenot hit a walk-off hit to secure a win against Monroe Area at a local baseball game — energizing the team and delighting fans. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ At the Hall County Golf Championships (March 10), Lakeview Academy freshman Bryton Brooks won the boys title in a three-hole playoff while Gainesville freshman Addison Peeples captured the girls individual win at Chattahoochee Golf Club. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ The high school basketball season wrapped up with strong playoff runs by Gainesville and East Hall boys teams and Cherokee Bluff girls. A key moment came on Feb. 28 when East Hall's Braydon Langston drove inside in Gainesville (photo by Bill Murphy). 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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