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Sunday, May 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Northeast Georgia History Center is hosting a Family Day event called 'Adventures in Falconry' on May 17 from 10:00—2:00 for families to explore falconry in partnership with Georgia Mountain Falconry; ticket details can be obtained via phone. Gainesville High School recently awarded honorary diplomas to Scott Rutherford and Dr. Faith Simpson in recognition of their long-standing contributions to the school. 97.5 Glory
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville man Derrick Lamar Cleveland, 40, was arrested twice within one week for drug charges & police said he was caught with 3.5 grams of fentanyl on May 1 and again with 9 grams on May 6 leading to trafficking charges, and he remains in jail with no bond. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Rebecca Benefield Vinson, a 54-year-old from Flowery Branch, pleaded not guilty on April 29 at Hall County Superior Court to charges of stealing over $25,000 from a Gainesville non-profit now known as Bloom Enterprises & previously Randy and Friends after her March 2024 arrest. AccessWDUN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The City of Gainesville announced the Chicken Festival Scholarship Fund winners at the latest city council meeting. Jackson Daniel earned $2,000 while Kylianne Brown and Madison Chastain each received $1,500—supporting college students studying poultry science or related fields. AccessWDUN
- ➤ At Gainesville High School on Friday, May 16, the school will award two honorary diplomas to Dr. Faith Simpson and Scott Rutherford as it continues a tradition begun in 2009. Simpson, who spent over 20 years teaching and coaching, + Rutherford, known for his volunteer work with local athletics, were nominated by the community and named by Principal Roberto Rivera. AccessWDUN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A 4.1 magnitude earthquake hit eastern Tennessee near Greenback just after 9:00 a.m. on May 10 and residents in north Georgia—reporting shaking in Buford, Clarkesville, and Lula—said there was no damage reported. AccessWDUN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ North Hall’s track team claimed two state titles on Day 1 of the meet in Albany—Rachael Seid won the Class 3A pole vault and the Lady Trojans won the 3200-meter relay at Hugh Mills Stadium. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Johnson High’s Knights used all their energy to defeat the top-ranked Warriors in a Class 3A state semifinal match held May 9 in Watkinsville—moving into the state finals for the fourth straight season. The Gainesville Times
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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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Ultimate Music Wave Festival
4:45-10:30 p.m. — Smithgall Arts Center — Tickets available — Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of 'Sittin at a Bar' with live performances from Rehab and Mickey Avalon.
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Midland Music Fest
5-10 p.m. — Midland Greenway — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening filled with music and community fun at the Midland Music Fest.
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Forge Your Own Path: Tiger TTRPG Camp
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Brenau Trustee Library — $250 with early bird rate — Unleash creativity in a camp that blends storytelling and tabletop role-playing games.
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USPA The Iron Beast Powerlifting Meet
All day — The Beast Sports Center, LLC — Registration required — Compete in various lifting categories and aim for the best lifter award in this prestigious powerlifting event.
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Diamond Art Painting Workshop
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Hall County Library Blackshear Place — $5 supply fee — Create beautiful diamond artwork in a relaxed environment.
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