Gainesville
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Monday, April 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hall County Parks and Leisure Services will host a glow in the dark Easter Egg Hunt at Laurel Park, 3100 Old Cleveland Hwy, Gainesville on Saturday from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Gates open at 4:00 p.m.) with entry costing $20 per carload. Thousands of glowing eggs, bounce houses, food vendors and a trivia contest for a free entry will draw families rain or shine. 97.5 Glory
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police said a man was shot in his leg Sunday, April 6 on Catalina Drive in Gainesville. The Gainesville Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices jumped last week in Gainesville, reaching $3.06 per gallon today after a 10-cent increase in Georgia and nationwide with the national average now at $3.26. AAA said that refinery maintenance and the switch to summer-blend gasoline are driving the rise (with Georgia's price at $3.04). 97.5 Glory
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brenau Humanities will host a creative writing camp for children ages 11 to 15 during the first week of June from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Trustee Library, where campers will use tabletop role playing games to practice creative writing and problem-solving skills while lunch and snacks are provided (early bird registration is $225 until April 15 while later registration is $250). 97.5 Glory
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hall County will hold a groundbreaking ceremony on April 17 at 3:30 to start the 3.55 miles Sardis Road Connector project that will build a new four lane divided roadway linking Sardis Road and Chestatee Road to State Route 60. The project is budgeted at $86.2 million (with $28.3 million for preconstruction and $56 million for construction) and will begin at 3565 Thompson Bridge Road (former Happy Pappy’s Storage facility). 97.5 Glory
- ➤ K9 teams from law agencies in Stephens, White, and Hall counties along with the Waycross Police Department came to Gainesville for training that involved tracking exercises in wooded areas and narcotics detection tests at the old Hall County Courthouse. By the end of the day, the teams earned certification from the North American Police Dog Working Association—confirming their readiness for future tasks. 97.5 Glory
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Spring Preview Day 2025
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — John S. Burd Performing Arts Center — Free entry — Explore potential opportunities at Brenau University and learn more about what they offer.
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Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy in Gainesville
10:00 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — 3263 Tanners Mill Rd, Gainesville, GA — Ticketed event — Dive into the chilling tales of Poe while enjoying themed cocktails crafted for each story.
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Lanier Technical College Foundation 5K
9:30 AM – 1:30 PM — Lanier Technical College — $TBA — Participate in a lively 5K run sponsored by Kings Hawaiian to support local education.
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