Tuesday, March 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A tree cutting accident injured 69-year-old Ricky M.L. Loggins in the 4000 block of Skyline Drive last Thursday — a large tree limb attached to a rope hit him while he worked from a bucket truck using a chainsaw, and responders took him to Northeast Georgia Medical Center after employees did CPR. 97.5 Glory
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday night, a DUI driver left the roadway on Talmo Road near Fuller Road and struck a tree—she was taken to Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville and charged with DUI and with possession of less than an ounce of marijuana. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ A Gainesville man accused of stealing two cars and eluding law enforcement twice was sentenced to prison time under a plea deal in four concurrent cases—court documents show—, marking his latest legal conviction. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ A Gainesville man, who dropped a rubber glove containing fentanyl while walking through courthouse security last year to learn his fate in a kidnapping trial, was sentenced—according to the Hall County Sheriff’s Office. The Gainesville Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from Lanier Technical College earned 22 medals at a statewide SkillsUSA post-secondary competition, highlighting their technical skills+ dedication. The Gainesville Times
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A 177-room luxury resort is being eyed off Lake Lanier and could include hotels, cottages & estate homes, according to a document filed with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. The Gainesville Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school baseball teams in Regions 6-6A and 8-5A played key series Monday that affected regional standings as North Forsyth faced West Forsyth at 6:15 p.m. and Habersham Central competed against Loganville while Gainesville started a three-game series against Lanier to climb the Region 7-5A order. AccessWDUN
- ➤ The Gainesville volleyball program hired former Buford coach Christina Lecoeuvre to lead the Lady Red Elephants, replacing Rachel Lawley. Lecoeuvre brings 11 seasons of experience at Buford that included coaching championship teams. AccessWDUN
- ➤ Local coaches Seth Vining and Manson Hill will be inducted into the second-ever GBCA Hall of Fame this weekend for their successful basketball careers at East Hall and Gainesville schools. The ceremony will follow all-star games at the Gateway Center Arena in College Park. 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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