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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Gainesville’s Humane Society of Northeast Georgia announced it achieved No-Kill Status for 2024 after being recognized by Best Friends Animal Society — crediting its team, volunteers, and community support. The milestone made HSNEGA part of a select group of shelters that earned the designation — a recognized standard for animal care.  97.5 Glory

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A single-vehicle crash in north Hall County on Friday afternoon left one woman dead and three others injured, according to the Hall County Sheriff’s Office.  The Gainesville Times

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Flowery Branch High has named Chris Griffin its new athletics director—Griffin served five seasons as head football coach and spent seven seasons as assistant coach with Cherokee Bluff.  The Gainesville Times

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Officials announced that a portion of White Sulphur Road near the Norfolk Southern Railroad crossing will close to through traffic beginning Monday, July 21 through Friday, August 1—local drivers must detour via Ramsey Road and Cornelia Highway as Cagle Road reopens to through traffic on Monday, July 21.  97.5 Glory

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Mon, 7/14/25

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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.

    Thu, 7/17/25

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  • Elvis Tribute Concert

    7:30-10:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticketed event — Experience the electrifying sounds and legendary presence of Elvis Presley in an unforgettable tribute show.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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  • Georgia Peach Women's Sprint Triathlon

    7:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Lake Lanier Olympic Park — Registration fees apply — Compete in sprint or relay events amidst Georgia's scenic beauty.

    Sun, 7/20/25

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  • The Georgia Thunderbolts Concert

    8 PM – 2 AM — Smithgall Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy high-energy performances from the acclaimed band with their latest album.

    Fri, 7/25/25

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  • First Friday Concert Series: Mary Kate Farmer

    7-10 p.m. — Gainesville Square — Free entry — Enjoy the captivating sounds of two-time Georgia Country Female Artist of the Year, Mary Kate Farmer.

    Fri, 8/1/25

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  • Greater Vision Gospel Concert

    4-10 p.m. — Ramsey Conference Center — Benefiting Saint Jude's Children's Hospital — Enjoy an evening of uplifting gospel music with the award-winning trio, Greater Vision.

    Sat, 8/2/25

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  • Hank Williams Jr. Tribute Show

    7:30-9:00 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Tickets available — Experience the ultimate tribute to Hank Williams Jr. with an energetic performance that captures the spirit of Bocephus.

    Thu, 8/7/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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