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Monday, June 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of June.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hall County Government launched a new webpage last night+ the site explains changes to homestead exemptions under House Bill 581 and local bills HB 1268 and HB 1270. The page details when exemptions apply and shows municipal impacts+ residents are advised to file during the 45-day appeal window after receiving their Notices of Assessment. AccessWDUN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Area weightlifters competed Saturday at the Georgia Games Powerlifting Championships at The Beast Sports Center in Gainesville; 39-year-old David Solomon lifted 505 pounds in the sub-master’s 35–39 class while 80-year-old Clarence Smith, 73-year-old Frank Sanders, and 71-year-old R. Garry Glenn also earned gold, and the event qualified competitors for the State Games of America meet from July 28 to August 2. Top judges and spotters helped keep the competition safe and fair—athletes pushed their limits in a memorable display of strength. AccessWDUN
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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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Canyonland | The Legends of 70's California Rock
7:30-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — $— Experience an enchanting evening of 70's California Country Rock featuring Michelle Malone and Canyonland.
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