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Saturday, June 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Aiden Tomberlin lost his leg on June 18 in a crash on Mountain View Road while testing a new exhaust on his Honda; his brother said doctors are not sure he will walk again (the injury was very serious). The Gainesville Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The alleged rape victim's brother testified at the Hall County Magistrate Court on June 20 that on the day of the incident he, his sister and her friend went tubing in Helen and then visited the Village Square Apartments pool in Gainesville — where his sister started crying — and that suspect Amelbis Alvarado Dippiton, arrested on June 1 and held without bond, raped her multiple times, prompting Judge Margaret Gregory to transfer his case to superior court. 97.5 Glory
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Trey McPhaul, a local business owner and community advocate, announced his candidacy for the Gainesville City School Board District 2 on Friday, June 20. He said he will focus on supporting students—teacher retention, safe and inclusive school environments, and engaging families in the district. AccessWDUN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Hall County family is asking the FDA to approve an experimental drug called elamipretide to help their four-year-old daughter Hope who has a rare mitochondrial disorder — tests in Philadelphia show the drug helps her. The Filchak family travels for Hope’s care and says that if approved, the drug could give her many more happy years. FOX 5 Atlanta
- ➤ Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton received $300,000 from a recent fundraiser and will use the funds for hospital expansion including a new patient room in its temporary emergency department. Hospital officials say the donation will help improve patient care. The Gainesville Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Running back Nigel Newkirk from Gainesville High is excited about his new college offer+ he is quickly becoming one of the nation's top running back prospects. The Gainesville Times
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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David Nail Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of David Nail live in concert.
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DIY Tote Bag Painting Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Hall County Library Blackshear Place — $9.74 — Unleash your creativity with a fun evening of tote bag painting.
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