Gainesville
Morning News
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Hall County Sheriff's Office and student resource officers remembered Deputy Christopher Jay Bachelor four years after he died from COVID-19 complications, with Flowery Branch schools continuing to honor his legacy by presenting the Bachelor Memorial Award annually to students who show courage, character and commitment. AccessWDUN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A $1.2 billion data center covering 119 acres is proposed off Candler Road in southeast Hall County — its dedicated power substation will support the facility. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Gainesville is hosting the annual Georgia Downtown Association meeting downtown this week with business leaders from across the state gathering to learn from local successes—organizers say the event will help boost downtown growth. Participants will share strategies and ideas to improve local business practices. 97.5 Glory
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Week 2 of high school football ended and every local team played a game — North Hall built strength for a top-10 match while Riverside earned its first win and teams like Jefferson, Flowery Branch, and Buford showed strong defense. Fans look forward to more games later this week as excitement grows on the field. AccessWDUN
- ➤ North Hall posted the top offensive performance in Week 2 with 580 yards as Wyatt Tumlin rushed for 221 yards including a 99-yard touchdown and QB Alex Schlieman passed for 220 yards and three touchdowns in a 41—7 win at The Brickyard against Wesleyan. Other players such as Gainesville’s Nigel Newkirk and Kharim Hughley also made key contributions in wins reported on Monday. AccessWDUN
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Circus Delman
7:30-9 p.m. — Lakeshore Mall — Tickets starting at $53 — Experience the excitement and wonder of Circus Delman live in Gainesville, GA.
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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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Circus Delman
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Lakeshore Mall — Tickets starting at $53 — Experience the excitement of Circus Delman in Gainesville, GA.
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28th Annual Atlanta Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival
7 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Lake Lanier Olympic Park — Free entry — Experience thrilling dragon boat races and vibrant cultural festivities at this annual celebration.
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HOT RAM Live Concert
8 PM – 2 AM — Blackstrap Rock Hall — Tickets available — Experience the heavy sounds of Atlanta's HOT RAM as they rock the night away.
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Lee Greenwood Concert
5-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary sounds of Lee Greenwood, an icon in country music with chart-topping hits.
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