Gainesville
Morning News
Wednesday, September 24th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A group of three heifers reported missing from a Hall County farm over the weekend returned yesterday when workers spotted them walking along the road near Glo-Crest Dairy & Mountain Fresh Creamery in Clermont. The farmers said the cows are tired, hungry and thirsty but are happy to be back with their herd. WSB-TV
- ➤ The Humane Society of Northeast Georgia has expanded services to support underprivileged and homeless pet owners in Gainesville by using a mobile veterinary unit and free drive-through vaccine clinics. The shelter served 30 pets at a local encampment and will hold two additional clinics in October—thanks to a Petco grant. AccessWDUN
- ➤ A Gainesville resident won $2.5 million from a lottery ticket purchased at Casa Blanca food mart on Browns Bridge Road—making them the third lottery winner this year. The Gainesville Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Farmers at Glo-Crest Dairy and Mountain Fresh Creamery in Clermont reported that three young heifers — two Holsteins and one Jersey Cross — went missing late Saturday night or early Sunday morning. Neighbors and workers have searched the area since then because it is unusual for young cows to wander off. WSB-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville singer Peyton Kyle—a frontman of Quiet Fire—auditioned on The Voice on Sept. 22. He built a strong local following after moving to Gainesville a few years ago. The Gainesville Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Sept. 22, the Hall County school board approved $715,000 for renovations at four local schools. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Stephanie Martinez, a Gainesville finance student and First-Gen senator at UNG, spoke at the program's five-year celebration that began during COVID-19—designed to help students navigate college. The mentoring network now includes nearly 300 participants, has awarded over $60,000 in scholarships, and achieved an 87% graduation rate for its 2020 cohort. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Myers Elementary was recognized as a Title I Reward School by the Georgia Department of Education on Feb. 26—an honor that reflects its strong academic performance. The school celebrates this accolade as a key achievement in its dedication to student success. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ North Hall High School students Daniel Cavazos and Aidan Voyles have been named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists after they submitted detailed applications that include essays and SAT scores—Myers Elementary was named a Title I Reward School by the state Department of Education. Third-grade teacher Chandler Reed at Enota Elementary has been named the Gainesville City School System Teacher of the Year for 2025–2026 and received a $10,000 check from the Douglas and Kay Ivester Foundation. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ The Hall County School District announced that the Melvin Douglas and Victoria Kay Ivester Foundation donated $100,000 to update Learning Commons at four schools — West Hall Middle School, Flowery Branch Elementary School, Martin Technology Academy, and Sugar Hill Elementary School — as part of an ongoing initiative to enhance school media centers. AccessWDUN
- ➤ The Hall County School District released its proposed 2026–2027 calendar with classes set to start on Aug. 7—fall break is set for Oct. 10–14, Thanksgiving for Nov. 21–29, Christmas Holidays cover Dec. 19–Jan. 4, spring break will occur from April 3–11 and school will end on May 26. 97.5 Glory
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Hall County Board of Education changed its work session venue for Oct.6 from its central office on Green Street to the Academies of Discovery Learning Commons at 3215 Poplar Springs Rd.—The meeting will start at 5 p.m. and early arrivals can visit the Georgia On My Mind museum at Da Vinci Middle School from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. AccessWDUN
- ➤ Gov. Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp will travel to South Korea this fall to boost Georgia's economic ties with a major partner. The trip was planned before a recent ICE raid at a south Georgia Hyundai plant—he will also visit Japan and it marks his third trip to the region. FOX 5 Atlanta
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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.
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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.
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Latino Fest Gainesville
3-9 p.m. — Midland Greenway — Free entry — Celebrate Latin American culture with live music, delicious food, and vibrant performances.
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GRITS 2025 — GeorgiaFIRST Robotics
5 PM – 5 PM — Riverside Preparatory Academy — Registration required — Compete in the exciting off-season robotics tournament and showcase.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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