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Thursday, July 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville will host a free Back to School Bash on August 2 at Midland Greenway from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.—the event offers free backpacks, school supplies, haircuts, lunch, snow cones, games, and a Cub Scouts archery demonstration. 97.5 Glory
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Business Facilities magazine’s Annual Rankings Report named Gainesville as one of the top five Small Metros for Best Business Climate—this ranking shows the region's strong business appeal—and the report was released at 9:37 a.m. on July 30, examining over 60 factors that help companies decide where to move. AccessWDUN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former operations manager Dustin Jarrard was arraigned yesterday on federal wire fraud charges for allegedly embezzling over $500,000 from Tribe Transportation by submitting false expense claims between May 2018 and May 2024 in Gainesville — federal investigators reported his misuse of funds led to an indictment on July 22. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ A Gainesville man was charged with defrauding Tribe Transportation of at least $500K over a three-year period, according to court documents — federal officials detailed the alleged fraud in the filings. The Gainesville Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville business owner Shannon Davidson is running to represent District 3 on the Hall County Board of Commissioners. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ On Wednesday, July 30, the State Election Board ruled on the flawed Oakwood 2024 special election. Hall County Elections Director Lori Wurtz addressed the board—detailing issues with the election process. The Gainesville Times
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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A Night to Remember All White Party
7:30-10 p.m. — Gainesville Civic Center — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of sophisticated fun with live performances by The N3D Band and Primetime Smooth Jazz Band.
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2025 Georgia Downtown Conference
All-day event — Main Street Gainesville — Registration required — Engage with community leaders at the annual Georgia Downtown Conference.
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