Gainesville Local News – Tuesday, August 5th, 2025

Gainesville Morning News

Tuesday, August 5th, 2025

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ After legal disputes over the estate of local philanthropist Peggy E. Walters, the Walters family reached a final settlement on August 4 that upholds her 2021 will and names her daughters as executors. They will distribute over $4.5 million to eight local charities — fulfilling her wishes and preserving the legacy in our community. AccessWDUN

CRIME NEWS

➤ Oakwood Walmart employees Nakiya Denise Galbreath and Theresa Joan Levine admitted they stole nearly $1,260 in goods by pushing a cart of unpaid items outside the store on July 29th and July 28th — the two separate thefts led to their arrest and transfer to Hall County Jail — in separate incidents. 97.5 Glory

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

➤ The City of Gainesville will hold a free freshwater monitoring workshop at Linwood Nature Preserve on Aug. 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteers will learn to measure water quality—temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen and conductivity—and must preregister by 5 p.m. Aug. 21. 97.5 Glory

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Gainesville Police Department recently enhanced community engagement with new E-Bikes provided by Recon Power Bikes in partnership with the Gainesville Police Foundation—these bikes feature emergency lights and sirens to improve patrol efficiency in congested and off-road areas. 97.5 Glory

SPORTS NEWS

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GAINESVILLE EVENTS

EVENTS

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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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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.

Sat, 8/23/25

Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
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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.

Mon, 8/25/25

Monday, August 25th, 2025
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GAINESVILLE REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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GAINESVILLE JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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GAINESVILLE ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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