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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.

CRIME NEWS

  • Hall County investigators identified Andres Mateo Hernandez — a Gainesville man aged 31 — after his body was found on June 1 and he was pronounced dead at the scene while an autopsy is pending.  AccessWDUN

CULTURE NEWS

  • Starting Thursday, June 19, the Gainesville Hall County Black History Society will host a free Juneteenth movie night at Gainesville High School’s The Hub at 6 p.m.—part of a three-day event. The celebrations will include a Royal Court Pageant for girls at the Civic Center on Friday and conclude on Saturday with a march from Peach State Bank at 2 p.m. followed by a festival.  AccessWDUN

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Gainesville City Schools and Hall County School District are partnering with Brenau University on a program to increase certified classroom teachers in local classrooms—one of four area school district efforts to address the teacher shortage in Georgia. This effort will focus on building a stronger teacher workforce for future classrooms.  The Gainesville Times

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Main Street in Downtown Gainesville will be closed to traffic from Washington Street NE to Spring Street today from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. due to Police and Fire Games + related events scheduled across the city this week.  AccessWDUN
  • Hall County is proposing a $398.5 million budget that remains unchanged from last year amid uncertainty on assessed property values—officials say this stable plan may help keep taxes steady while property assessments are reviewed.  The Gainesville Times

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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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.

    Fri, 6/20/25

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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!

    Sat, 6/21/25

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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.

    Sun, 6/22/25

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  • BROstock 2025

    10 a.m. – 10 p.m. — Lake Lanier Olympic Park — Entry details not specified — Celebrate 20 years of BROstock with epic wakeboarding contests and live concerts.

    Fri, 6/27/25

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  • Steve Earle Concert

    5-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check venue for ticket info — Experience an evening with one of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of his generation.

    Thu, 7/3/25

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  • First Friday Concert and Fireworks Show

    7-10 p.m. — Midland Greenway — Free entry — Enjoy a festive evening of live music followed by a spectacular fireworks display.

    Fri, 7/4/25

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  • Open Mic Night

    8-11 p.m. — Blackstrap Rock Hall — Sign up online — Showcase your talent with live music performances from bands and solo acts.

    Sun, 7/6/25

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  • Summer Tennis Camp: Week 3

    9 AM – 3 PM — Brenau Tennis Courts — T-shirt included — A comprehensive tennis camp for kids ages 6-17 to develop their skills through drills and match play.

    Mon, 7/7/25

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  • Bob Ross Painting Workshop

    2-4 p.m. — Hall County Library Blackshear Place — $9.74 — Experience the joy of painting with a Bob Ross tutorial.

    Wed, 7/9/25

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  • Guardians Of The Jukebox

    7:30-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience a vibrant tribute to the sounds of the 80s.

    Fri, 7/11/25

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