Gainesville Local News – Thursday, August 14th, 2025

Gainesville Morning News

Thursday, August 14th, 2025

BUSINESS NEWS

➤ Dunkin’ will soon open its new store in South Hall off Spout Springs Road in Braselton—bringing a popular coffee option to local mornings. The Gainesville Times

CRIME NEWS

➤ A high-speed chase on Aug.6 ended when a stolen truck crashed on Candler Road, killing Agustin Rivera and throwing a dog from its bed—Davis, 35 from Jefferson, was tasered and arrested on charges including murder, vehicular homicide, DUI, theft and marijuana possession. AccessWDUN

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ Hall County Schools’ head of human resources, Brad Brown, was honored with a state award for his leadership and service in education — recognition of his contributions to the school system. The Gainesville Times

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Hall County Administrator Zach Propes explained on Mornings on Maine Street that the county’s one percent SPLOST funds major road projects like Spout Springs Phase II widening, judicial expansion, and a new 200-acre park — voters will decide its future on the November ballot. AccessWDUN

REAL ESTATE NEWS

➤ At the Sept. 15 meeting, the Hall County Planning Commission will review a plan to rezone 251 acres at the intersection of Simpson Road and Greenway Road for a nearly 400-home development of 394 housing units. The meeting will also consider a request to develop a convenience store on 4.4 acres at Plainview Road and Thurman Tanner Parkway. 97.5 Glory

SPORTS NEWS

➤ The Georgia High School Football Daily compared northeast area football winners since 2000 and showed Buford leads with 331 wins—Gainesville ranks third with 219 wins overall and 44 wins this decade as local teams improve their records. AccessWDUN

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GAINESVILLE EVENTS

EVENTS

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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 ANNOUNCEMENTS

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