Gainesville
Morning News
Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Boys and Girls Clubs of Lanier unveiled a new playground at the Joseph F. Walters Club on Wednesday, featuring a climbing structure for elementary-age youth built with support from community partners + the Atlanta Falcons Youth Fund, KABOOM! and Georgia Power. AccessWDUN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Live at the Smithgall returns this summer at the Smithgall Arts Center with a refreshed lineup of nationally touring artists & rising stars and local favorites performing in an intimate courtyard setting. The Gainesville Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eligible Lanier Tech nursing graduates will be able to transfer ASN credits into Brenau University's RN-to-BSN program soon as part of a new agreement addressing the area's ongoing nursing shortage. It includes academic advising and flexible course options for working professionals advancing their careers. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Dr. Ryan Vamplew, who boosted academic rates at Seckinger High + Mill Creek, is set to become North Hall High's new principal pending board approval on Monday, Mar. 23 as he replaces Billy Wells and continues the school's strong growth. AccessWDUN
- ➤ Justin Williams, an adaptive paraprofessional at New Holland Leadership Academy, was named the recipient of the 2026 Philip Wright Award by Gainesville City Schools. The Gainesville Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Northeast Georgia Health System earned national praise when U.S. News and World Report named its home health services one of the Best Home Health providers for 2026—an honor achieved by only 17% of over 12,000 agencies evaluated. AccessWDUN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jan Azar, the winningest coach in Georgia high school basketball history, takes charge of the Red Elephant girls team today after a 29-year career featuring a 30–1 season and 17 state championships at Hebron Christian—she brings success from building a powerhouse at Wesleyan. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Cherokee Bluff won their Region 8-3A series opener (three pitchers combined for a no-hitter despite nine walks) on March 18 in Flowery Branch as Bubba Coleman and Bryce Fontenot hit key home runs. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Gainesville's high school baseball team beat Lanier on March 18 at Ivey-Watson Field; senior Cohen Miller hit two homers and pitched strongly (boosting the team's red-hot play in Region 7-5A). The Gainesville Times
- ➤ The ninth-ranked Cherokee Bluff girls soccer team beat Flowery Branch on March 19 as Bristol Kersh scored four goals, including three in the first half. The Gainesville Times
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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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Diamond Art Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hall County Library Blackshear Place — Supplies provided — Create an abstract landscape diamond art masterpiece in a relaxed setting.
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Sewing Workshop with Ana Whitfield: Zippers & Closures
12-3 p.m. — Hall County Library North Hall Technology Center — Supplies required — Learn essential sewing skills including zippers in this hands-on workshop series.
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Kiss The Sky - The Jimi Hendrix RE-Experience
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Tickets from $51 — Experience the electrifying tribute to Jimi Hendrix live in Gainesville.
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