Wednesday, October 9th, 2024

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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville, Georgia, extends a warm welcome to Florida evacuees of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, offering lodging and amenities for those with pets and boats. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ The Hall County Sheriff’s Office warns of traffic delays due to the 27th annual Motul Petit Le Mans at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta from Oct. 9-12. 97.5 Glory
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Gainesville man was arrested for aggravated battery and multiple charges following a collision after battering a victim in his home. AccessWDUN
- ➤ A 21-year-old motorcyclist, Axel Anthony Elizarraraz, was arrested in Hall County, GA for speeding up to 125 mph on Interstate 985 and facing multiple charges including reckless driving. WSB-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville experienced significantly higher rainfall in September due to Hurricane Helene, with temperatures close to average, as reported by the National Weather Service. 97.5 Glory
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Week 9 of high school football features three major region games, including a pivotal match where Cherokee Bluff can maintain its undefeated streak, on Jacobs Media radio and streaming platforms. AccessWDUN
- ➤ Chestatee's high school volleyball team reached the semifinals in the Region 6-3A tournament, with Valiree Schmus named Region Player of the Year. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Brandon Bailey delivered an outstanding performance with four solo tackles, one for loss, two assists, and a sack in Gainesville's victory over Seckinger. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ KT Thompson excels with six receptions, 134 yards, two touchdowns, and a rushing TD, contributing to Cherokee Bluff's victory over West Hall. The Gainesville Times
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