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Saturday, March 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On March 12th, the Hall County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35-year-old Tony William Berry from Gainesville at the Hall County Courthouse and took 26-year-old Jacob Kyl Panzer into custody at the Hall County Jail, while 36-year-old Jacob Karl Wilkerson from Buford—wanted from a Sept. 4th, 2024 incident—was booked into the same jail. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Carlos Lopez, a Gainesville man accused of being part of a family-run theft ring (operating in South Hall over four years), pleaded guilty to lesser charges Tuesday, March 11 at Hall County Superior Court. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ A Gainesville man, Kevin Armando Torres-Ortiz, 24, was arrested on first-degree burglary and unlawful eavesdropping charges after he entered an acquaintance's home through a window early Thursday morning on Barnes Drive—he is now held without bond at Hall County Jail. 97.5 Glory
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ St. Patrick’s Day weekend offers many events before severe weather hits Saturday night into Sunday morning—Gainesville’s Don Carter State Park will host a trail ride on March 15 at 10:30 a.m. with hidden prizes and free lunch—and local groups plan parades, concerts and hikes. AccessWDUN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Sardis Road Connector is set to open to traffic sooner than the official 2028 finish date. Early construction work began on March 3, 2025 (barrels were placed along Sardis Road) as officials push to speed up the process. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Gainesville’s Longwood Park will have renovations in a couple weeks as the parks department tears down Dogwood Pavilion and builds a new one—restrooms have been closed and water turned off—and the work is expected to finish by next spring. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Game Warden Adam Kimbrough (who patrols Banks County and Lake Lanier) won the 2024 GA DNR Law Enforcement Torch Award on March 14, 2025, for his strong work and dedication. He will be a nominee for a Southeast Region award at the NAWEOA meeting later this year. AccessWDUN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A North Hall community group is hosting a 5K race today in memory of beloved football coach Shane Clark at the Gainesville Midland Greenway at 8:30 a.m.—the race is organized by the Shane Clark Memorial Foundation to fund a scholarship for a North Hall High School senior with same-day registration available from 7 to 8 a.m. AccessWDUN
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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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Yonder Mountain String Band Live
8-9:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience the dynamic bluegrass and indie rock sounds of Yonder Mountain String Band as they debut new music from their latest album.
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Book Tote DIY Painting Session
4-6 p.m. — Hall County Library North Hall Technology Center — $9.74 — Unleash your creativity by painting a unique tote bag for your reading collection.
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2025 Happy Hippy Llama Show
April 11-13 — Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center — Entry Deadline April 1st — Experience a vibrant llama show featuring multiple judges and competitive points.
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Downforce Race Battles
4-10 p.m. — Caffeine and Octane's Lanier Raceway — Ticketed event — Experience thrilling grudge match racing in a vibrant car culture atmosphere.
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