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Thursday, April 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Gainesville will host a Spring Cleaning event during Earth Week from April 21 to April 25 with sessions from 9 a.m. to noon and options for extended slots until 4 p.m.—community groups, schools, and local volunteers will help clean streams, parks, and neighborhoods. Participants may choose tasks such as collecting garbage or removing weeds to support the beautification project. AccessWDUN
- ➤ The Lanier Canoe and Kayak Club installed a new stability dock at Lake Lanier Olympic Park on April 9 to help younger members and people with disabilities enter their boats safely (the dock holds canoes and kayaks securely until users paddle them into the lake). AccessWDUN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Gainesville man allegedly climbed into a parked car at Walmart holding a knife—Cumming Police Department said they are investigating the incident. The Gainesville Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Billions of red-eyed cicadas from Brood XIV are expected to emerge in north Georgia later this month when soil reaches 64 degrees; experts say the insects will sing loud mating calls—signals that can hit up to 120 decibels—while shedding their shells to become adults ready to mate. FOX 5 Atlanta
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia DOT is asking for public comments on its project to widen and rebuild Dahlonega Highway from Price Road to Yellow Creek Road near Murrayville—this work will include adding three roundabouts at Elrod Road, Hubert Stephens Road/Fieldale Farms Driveway and Kanaday Road/Old Dahlonega Road as well as sidewalks to reduce congestion and improve safety. The project phases span from preliminary engineering in 2023 to construction in 2030, and feedback will be accepted until May 23. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Anna White Howard has been named U.S. District Court Magistrate Judge for Gainesville—filling the vacancy after Judge J. Clay Fuller's retirement. She assumed her duties on April 1—after teaching legal writing at the University of Georgia School of Law and clerking for two federal judges. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ GDOT is asking local residents for input on a plan to widen Thompson Bridge Road with three roundabouts — public comments will be accepted until May 23 — as the project aims to ease traffic flow. The Gainesville Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, six high school baseball teams remained in playoff contention after a light schedule with only two region games and key wins tied the top teams. Forsyth Central, South Forsyth and West Forsyth share first place, and North Atlanta is set to play Alpharetta today. AccessWDUN
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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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Watering Can Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Hall County Library Blackshear Place — $4.99 — Unleash your creativity by painting a charming spring watering can.
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