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Friday, May 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ At 5:07 p.m. on May 21, a Commerce woman in a 2012 silver Chevrolet Silverado and a Habersham truck driver in a 2003 red Volvo tractor-trailer were seriously injured on State Route 365 northbound near Gainesville when the woman failed to yield during a left turn onto Whitehall Road — state route traffic was closed for about an hour and a half — and charges are pending. 97.5 Glory
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Hall County Sheriff’s Office issued a BOLO on May 22nd for brothers Joshua Lorenzo Ventura, 14, and Alain Lorenzo, who ran away from a family member's house on Memorial Drive around 7:30 p.m. AccessWDUN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Hall County’s unemployment rate was 2.4% in April, down six-tenths from the previous month with its labor force ending at 109,019 (a drop of 350), while Gainesville saw employed residents rise to 106,397 and total jobs increase to 108,600. These figures show modest growth compared to both the prior month and last year. 97.5 Glory
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lanier Technical College announced a road project to build a new crossing over Ga. 365 that will include a flyover bridge and two roundabouts—these changes will create safer access for campus users. Construction is expected to begin in the coming months and take two years, with the campus entrance sign temporarily removed for utility work. AccessWDUN
- ➤ Hall County Schools named Cherokee Bluff Middle chorus teacher Emily Allison as its 2025–26 Teacher of the Year on May 22. The Gainesville Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Department of Public Safety said troopers will patrol roads to check for impaired drivers and hazards during Memorial Day weekend, which runs from Friday at 6 p.m. to Monday at 11:59 p.m. The patrols include Operation Observation on Friday—sponsored by the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety—and drivers are urged to follow traffic laws and minimize distractions. WSB-TV
- ➤ State Senator Greg Dolezal said that after discussions with Congressman Rich McCormick, USACE reopened unmanned boat ramps on Lake Lanier—even though 11 recreation sites were closed—with officials set to assess traffic through the weekend. Local authorities will work with USACE to manage visitor flow as needed. AccessWDUN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Matt Hanley, CEO of Northeast Georgia Health System, joined WDUN’s Martha Zoller Show on Thursday — he shared his vision and plans for the hospital system’s future. AccessWDUN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Donovan Odom was hired as the new head football coach at Johnson High School on May 22—replacing William Harrell who stepped down last month. Odom, who served as both offensive and defensive coordinator for five years, said he will lead the Knights with accountability and toughness in the upcoming season. AccessWDUN
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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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Movies Under the Stars
7-10 p.m. — Braselton Town Green — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly movie under the stars while dining from local restaurants.
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Quiet Riot Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check event page for cost — Enjoy legendary rock tunes from the band credited as the first heavy metal group to top the Billboard charts.
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The Arts Council: Riverstreet Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — Smithgall Arts Center — Ticket information not provided — Get ready to dance to classic rock with the local band RIVERSTREET!
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Virtual Tour of Assisted Living Community
9 AM – 7 PM — The Oaks - Scenic View (Assisted Living) — Free entry — Explore exceptional senior living with a focus on community, dining, and activities.
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