Gainesville
Morning News
Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Jackson EMC Foundation awarded $45,000 in grants to Hall County organizations at a recent meeting to fund projects ranging from addiction recovery and diaper assistance to crisis support for children, volunteer training for foster care, bed building, mental health and financial literacy workshops. AccessWDUN
- ➤ On Friday, a ceremony in South Hall honored six HCSO officers whose lives were taken in the line of duty as military veterans from Del Webb at Chateau Elan raised the American flag + Thin Blue Line flag to remember their service. Several uniform patrol members joined the tribute. 97.5 Glory
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville resident Annalies Xaviera was featured in a New York Times article (Eating Healthy? No, They're Eating Biblically) on May 16 that highlighted her unique take on biblical eating. 97.5 Glory
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A temporary one-lane, one-way traffic pattern will begin on White Sulphur Road near Busker Communications on May 26 as part of a road widening project. Drivers should follow the detour via State Route 365 + plan for delays until construction ends next spring. 97.5 Glory
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local high school football teams wrapped up spring practice this week in Gainesville, showing varied preparation methods for the upcoming season. A profile highlights Kharim Hughley, who competed in the state championship on Dec. 17, 2025 at Mercedes Benz Stadium. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Gainesville High held its spring scrimmage on May 15 at Bruce Miller Field — the event marked the introduction of Santavious Bryant as head coach for the Red Elephants. The Gainesville Times
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GlowBand - Tribute to The Eagles
6-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of classic rock favorites performed live including iconic hits from The Eagles.
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Diamond Art Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hall County Library Blackshear Place — All materials provided — Create your own stunning diamond art masterpiece in a fun and relaxed setting.
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The Ultimate Doors Tribute Concert
6:00 – 10:30 PM — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Cost not specified — Experience a time machine to The Doors' music with this faithful tribute band.
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