Gainesville
Morning News
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Officials are studying a plan to extend the Highlands to Islands multi-use trail from the University of North Georgia campus in Gainesville to Flowery Branch — a final alignment may be set this fall. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Hall Co. Animal Shelter posted on Facebook that its shelter is dangerously full and needs adopters, fosters, and rescue partners to help save cats + address the crisis. The shelter welcomes walk-ins from 9 AM + 4 PM with no appointment needed to meet available cats. 97.5 Glory
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Georgia's voucher program Promise Scholarships helped over 8,000 students leave low-performing public schools for private schools linked with Christian groups — including several in Hall County. $5.4 million of the $7.1 million was allocated to 286 schools in 85 counties and nine cities while $1.7 million went to companies selling school supplies. 97.5 Glory
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Organizers of the 'No Kings' movement announced over 20 planned protests across Georgia on Oct. 18, including in Gainesville, Chamblee, and Marietta (each event will have its own form from flag-waving rallies to marches). Local organizers will share specific times and details at each location. FOX 5 Atlanta
- ➤ Gainesville native Bob Norton announced his intent to run for City Council Ward 1 to fill the seat left by Danny Dunagan—who stepped down due to health issues. Norton said he will focus on smart growth and improved infrastructure ahead of the non-partisan special election set for next May. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ State Representative Emory Dunahoo announced on WDUN’s The Martha Zoller Show on September 24 that he will retire at the end of his term in 2026; he said his decision follows years of service and health challenges and he hopes new leadership will serve his district in Hall & Jackson counties. AccessWDUN
- ➤ Hall County Government and the Library System will break ground on the new East Hall Library on Oct 8 at 1:30 p.m. at the East Hall Community Center—3911 P Davison Road in Gainesville. The nearly 9300 square foot library will include thousands of books, high-speed internet, public computers, and a makerspace and is expected to be finished by Fall though delays may push back completion. AccessWDUN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Gainesville have noticed that their water tastes earthy — local officials are testing it to ensure it is safe to drink. The Gainesville Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lakeview Academy student Hudson Justus finished third at the Milton Martin Honda Classic—he shot five under par on the final round at the Chattahoochee Golf Club in Gainesville on Sept. 22. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ A new article previews five key points for high school football in Hall County as teams prepare for Week 7 games. It highlights North Hall’s Ty Kemp who ran against Cherokee Bluff on Aug. 29 in Gainesville and outlines important strategies for upcoming contests. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ North Hall beat Greater Atlanta Christian by winning two games while Cherokee Bluff dominated Oconee County in an 8-3A contest today. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Flowery Branch's senior defensive back Parker Bourrie made 15 tackles and caused a key fumble in last Friday’s Falcons win over Eastside—earning him the Defensive Player of the Week honor. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ North Hall’s boys and girls cross country teams are favored to win the Hall County high school championships. The meet will be held Saturday at the North Hall Community Center—several schools will compete. The Gainesville Times
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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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