Gainesville
Morning News
Tuesday, April 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Gainesville man died Sunday, March 30 when a pickup truck he had been working on fell on his chest—authorities confirmed the accident. The Gainesville Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A report by printastic.com showed that from 2020 to 2024 Gainesville added 66 retail establishments and hired 730 workers—an increase of 10.9% and 8.4%. The report also noted that Gainesville leads in one retail category. 97.5 Glory
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Gainesville woman accused of pointing a gun at two firefighters at her car crash took a plea deal to lesser charges, court documents show. The Gainesville Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Gainesville Department of Water Resources stopped a sewage spill into an unnamed tributary to Flat Creek after a call (received at 8:30 a.m. Friday) reported an overflowing manhole near the 2800 block of Browns Bridge Road and cleared the clog from construction debris by 10 a.m.; the department said (7,200 gallons reached the water), found no dead or stressed aquatic life, and asked residents not to throw construction debris into sewers. 97.5 Glory
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Flowery Branch Spring Festival
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Flowery Branch Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a day of fun with food trucks, live music, and family-friendly activities.
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Cresswind’s Electronics Recycling Drive
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Cresswind at Lake Lanier | Clubhouse — $20 per flat-screen TV — Safely dispose of your unwanted electronics while supporting sustainability.
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Parents Workshop – The Path to College
10-11 p.m. — Brenau’s Banks Recital Hall — Free entry — Learn about the college application process and scholarship opportunities in Spanish.
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Southeastern Championship Bull Riding
6 PM — Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center — Ticket cost unknown — Experience thrilling bull riding action at this regional championship event.
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