Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of September.
Good morning, Gainesville.
Mountain Fresh Creamery is looking for three heifers that disappeared overnight Saturday from the Glover family farm at 5909 Bowen Bridge Road — anyone who sees them should notify the farm immediately.
The Gainesville Planning and Appeals Board will review a proposal on Oct.
14 to rezone a property on Cleveland Highway at Riverbend Circle for a group home that supports men who have completed drug rehabilitation — the plan calls for renovating a former church property to house four men and a resident manager.
Two Hall County farms will open their gates next month for the 2025 Georgia Mountains Fall Farm Tour—providing residents the chance to learn about local agriculture.
A Flowery Branch plant was mentioned in the Washington Post for testing robots in the workplace—raising safety concerns about hardware and software limits.
Scott LaValley from Cartwheel Robotics said the robots were still limited in their dexterity.
Chandler Reed, a third grade teacher at Enota Multiple Intelligence Academy, was named the Gainesville City Schools 2025-2026 District Teacher of the Year—she will receive a $10,000 award from the Melvin Douglas and Victoria Kay Ivester Foundation and represent the district in the statewide Georgia Teacher of the Year competition.
City officials said Gainesville water shows an off taste and smell due to a lake turnover at Lake Lanier—treatment staff are increasing filter washes and chemical adjustments at the Lakeside Water Treatment plant to resolve the issue soon.
A Gainesville player won $2.5 million playing the $2,500,000 Cash Multiplier scratch-off game at Casa Blanca on Browns Bridge Road and claimed the prize on Sept.
5 — other lottery winners include a College Park resident with a Jumbo Bucks Extravaganza win and a Valdosta player with a $298,947 Fantasy 5 jackpot.
A developer is suing Hall County — seeking to overturn the county commission's unanimous Aug.
14 decision that denied its proposal for a 191-home subdivision near Murrayville.
Rodger Hogan, director of golf at Chattahoochee Golf Club, won first in the senior division at the PGA Head Professional Championship in Gainesville on Sept.
22—he made consecutive birdies on the back nine to secure his victory.
Gainesville's Hudson Justus from Lakeview Academy finished two shots off the lead at the Milton Martin Honda Classic at Chattahoochee Golf Club on Sept.
22—North Hall senior Tyler Matson also competed as an amateur.
North Hall rallied past Cherokee Bluff as Carly Greene had the go-ahead hit in the top of the seventh inning—giving the Lady Trojans a crucial lead in the game.
North Hall junior wide receiver Cole Cable set a school record with eight catches for 214 yards in a win against White County on Friday — his performance earned him the Offensive Player of the Week honor.
Terri Clark Concert
7-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check for ticket prices — Experience the unforgettable legacy of a Canadian country music icon.
Sara Evans Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night with multi-platinum country star Sara Evans performing her top hits.
Latino Fest Gainesville
3-9 p.m. — Midland Greenway — Free entry — Celebrate Latin American culture with live music, delicious food, and vibrant performances.
GRITS 2025 — GeorgiaFIRST Robotics
5 PM – 5 PM — Riverside Preparatory Academy — Registration required — Compete in the exciting off-season robotics tournament and showcase.
Larry Fleet Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the soulful sounds of Tennessee-born troubadour Larry Fleet inspired by legendary artists.
The Sinatra Experience with Rian Davis & Chairmen of Swing Orchestra
7:30-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Tickets available — Experience a breathtaking tribute to 'Sinatra at the Sands' by Rian Davis and the Chairmen of Swing Orchestra.
Micky and The Motorcars Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt tunes from the Braun brothers, steeped in family musical tradition.
The Classic Rock Experience
7:30-10:00 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Cost info not provided — Experience a live theatrical production showcasing the greatest classic rock anthems of the 70s inspired by legends like Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd.
Tracy Lawrence Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Tickets available — Enjoy the iconic sounds of Tracy Lawrence with hits like 'Paint Me A Birmingham' and 'Time Marches On'.
Charles Esten Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of loose, rough-cut country music from global entertainer Charles Esten.
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