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Sunday, April 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ United Way of Hall County will kick off its 2025 campaign on Tuesday, April 22 at the Gainesville Civic Center from 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Jessica Dudley said the event will give community members a chance to discuss local issues and plan for change. AccessWDUN
- ➤ Downtown Gainesville streets will be closed Tuesday, April 22, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from 2:30 to 6 p.m. on Maple Street and Industrial Boulevard for filming 'Clean Hands,' a movie with Zach Braff and Esther McGregor; crews will also film Wednesday, April 23, from 7:45 p.m. to 1 a.m. Drivers must follow detours (and watch for flaggers) while traveling (and heed posted signs). 97.5 Glory
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Sugar Hill man, Trevaughn Wilson (24), was seriously injured on Friday morning in a multi-vehicle crash on GA 11 about half-a-mile west of W.J. Dills Road when his SUV swerved to avoid stopped traffic, clipped another vehicle, and rolled over through westbound lanes, leading to his transport to Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville. 97.5 Glory
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 24-year-old man was arrested Friday at 10:00 a.m. on Georgia 211 near the Barrow County line for 24 fraud and theft charges — he was held Saturday morning in Hall County Jail on bonds totaling $239,000. 97.5 Glory
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Avenues of Life Coaching and Counseling launched a nonprofit called Live A Balanced Life, Inc.—designed to expand access to affordable coaching, counseling and mental wellness resources for at-risk communities in Gainesville. The organization pledges to donate 3% of every client’s payment to fund additional community support programs. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ The Humane Society of Northeast Georgia's veterinary team completed its 100,000th spay and neuter surgery at the Christian-David Healthy Pet Clinic when Dr. Cook English operated on a four-month-old puppy named Nina; the shelter will celebrate this milestone with a reception on May 2 from 6:00—8:00 p.m. AccessWDUN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Christian Charles, a defensive back from Gainesville, has entered the NCAA transfer portal according to TimesFreePress.com. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ At Hog Mountain Sports Complex, Flowery Branch won both games against Walnut Grove to secure a home playoff series as pitcher Ojeda threw a no-hitter; Dawson County earned the final playoff spot with an 8—7 win over Lumpkin County. North Hall finished with two wins and Gainesville lost 7—5 to Johns Creek. AccessWDUN
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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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Public Art: block pARTy FUNdraiser
6-10 p.m. — Roosevelt Square — $60 — A vibrant celebration uniting artists and art lovers for a cause in public art.
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AC/DC Tribute Concert in Gainesville
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Grab your tickets while they last — Experience high-voltage rock 'n' roll with an electrifying tribute to AC/DC.
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The Venue Jazz Orchestra Performance
8 PM — Smithgall Arts Center — Check for ticket prices — Experience the energetic sounds of a modern big band featuring top local musicians.
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