Gainesville
Morning News
Sunday, August 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A traffic crash on I-985 near Exit 12 on Friday at 5:00 p.m. injured one person when a car with a mechanical problem lost control and struck barrier cables—its impact also damaged an SUV and closed lanes for about two hours. 97.5 Glory
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Hall County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to help locate 15-year-old Alwyn Lomas—described as 6 feet tall and 120 lbs with brown hair and eyes—who was last seen wearing black shorts and a black shirt at a Chestatee High School football game on Sardis Road on August 15 when a family member reported he missed his ride. AccessWDUN
- ➤ HCSO deputies are searching for 15-year-old Alywn Lomas, who was last seen at the Chestatee High School football game on Sardis Road on Friday night after he missed his ride—anyone with information should call Hall County Dispatch at 770 536 8812 extension 8. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Authorities are searching for a 15-year-old runaway who was last seen at Chestatee High football game on Aug. 15 — they are asking anyone with information to call the police immediately. The Gainesville Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ TangerKids Grants Program has opened applications for the 2025‑26 academic year and North Georgia educators can apply by Oct. 18 to get funding for classroom projects that support underserved schools— while in 2024 nearly $200,000 was awarded and Shopper’s Choice voting will run from Dec. 2‑15 with winners announced on Jan. 30. AccessWDUN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Lake Lanier Association announced plans for this year’s Shore Sweep, a cleanup of Lake Lanier set for Sept. 20, which will bring together local volunteers. The event has removed 2.33 million pounds of trash in its 36-year history (1,200 people cleared 85 tons last year). 97.5 Glory
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jackson County Panthers defeated Flowery Branch Falcons 36-13 on Saturday at Panther Stadium—senior quarterback RJ Knapp and running back Daylan Maxwell led key drives in a game where penalties helped build an early lead. The Panthers will head to Jefferson next week while the Falcons continue their road trip. AccessWDUN
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Circus Delman
7:30-9 p.m. — Lakeshore Mall — Tickets from $90 — Experience the thrill and wonder of the circus right in Gainesville.
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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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Circus Delman Performance
1:30 – 3:00 PM — Lakeshore Mall — Tickets starting at $90 — Experience an unforgettable circus performance for the whole family.
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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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Circus Delman
7:30-9 p.m. — Lakeshore Mall — Tickets start at $90 — Experience an unforgettable circus event in Gainesville.
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Circus Delman
7:30-9 p.m. — Lakeshore Mall — Tickets from $90 — Experience an unforgettable circus show featuring the talented Circus Delman.
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Circus Delman
4:30-6 p.m. — Lakeshore Mall — Tickets starting at $90 — Experience the excitement of Circus Delman in Gainesville, GA.
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A1A - Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Cost TBA — Celebrate the life and music of Jimmy Buffett with the official tribute band.
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