Gainesville Local News – Monday, July 21st, 2025

Gainesville Morning News

Monday, July 21st, 2025

ACCIDENTS NEWS

➤ Authorities began a death investigation after a man's body was found floating near a private dock on Lake Lanier, with officials noting he was swimming around the dock when he went under & his body was found on July 20. WSB-TV

ECONOMY NEWS

➤ AAA reported that the national average for regular gas dropped one cent to $3.16, matching summer 2021 levels & Gainesville prices fell three cents from last Monday to $2.83 while the state average holds steady at $2.90. 97.5 Glory

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ GDOT approved the roundabout design and location at Green and Academy streets in north Gainesville after years of controversy over the Rotary Tree used in the annual Christmas on Green Street celebration. Side roads (Forrest Lane, North Ave, Green Street Place, and Candler Street) will have detours for five months while construction lasts about 18 months. 97.5 Glory
➤ Hall County officials finalized plans for a SPLOST extension vote last week — Habersham County commissioners will review their project list and the Forsyth County Board of Education approved an E-SPLOST. All three counties will hold their votes on Nov. 4. 97.5 Glory

SPORTS NEWS

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GAINESVILLE EVENTS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

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

Friday, July 25th, 2025
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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

Friday, August 1st, 2025
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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

Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
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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

Thursday, August 7th, 2025
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GlowBand Tribute Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Tickets available — Enjoy a tribute to the Eagles with classic hits from the 70s to the 90s.

Fri, 8/15/25

Friday, August 15th, 2025
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GAINESVILLE REAL ESTATE

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GAINESVILLE JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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GAINESVILLE ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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