Gainesville
Morning News
Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sweet Acre Farms Winery burned in January and its owners are preparing to reopen by launching a new location in Cornelia— they are finalizing plans for a second branch in Flowery Branch to open in November. WSB-TV
- ➤ HiLiT Pilates will open this fall at Washington Square Shopping Center and become Gainesville’s second Pilates studio—owner Martha Johnson demonstrated a reformer on Friday, Oct. 10. The Gainesville Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Glory 97.5 will update listeners each Friday using data from the Georgia Forestry Commission to track fall leaf changes—reporting 8% change above 3,000 feet and 5% below. Clear skies and cooler temperatures forecast this weekend mean peak fall colors are expected later in October to early November. 97.5 Glory
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Georgia families who depend on ACA coverage for vital medicines may face higher premiums after the enhanced tax credits expire at the end of the year — many worry that essential medication costs will rise sharply — prompting calls for congressional action. WSB-TV
- ➤ During Fire Prevention Month sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Gainesville Fire Department and Hall County Fire Rescue have warned residents about lithium battery risks after Hall County reported one fire caused by a battery left plugged in behind flammable material. Officials urge using the CHARGE method (Choose certified, Handle with care, Always check for warning signs, Recycle properly, Get out quickly, Educate others) to help prevent future fires. 97.5 Glory
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Oct. 3, Cherokee Bluff lost to Monroe Area in the Region 8-3A high school football game held in Flowery Branch — the defense made key stops but could not secure a win. The loss marks a setback for the team as they continue their season. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Gainesville defeated third-ranked Milton in a critical Region 7-5A game on Oct. 10 — Nigel Newkirk made clutch defensive plays that improved the team's position in the race. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Fifth-ranked North Hall beat Greater Atlanta Christian on October 10—Parker Carlton scored two rushing touchdowns and recorded a key interception before halftime. The Gainesville Times
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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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Iam Tongi Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience Iam Tongi's soulful voice in an unforgettable live performance.
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2025 Gainesville Chicken Festival
11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Lake Lanier Olympic Park — Admission details not specified — Experience Georgia's Official Chicken Cook-Off with BBQ teams, live music, and fun for kids.
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EAA Chapter 611 Fall Fly-In
9 AM – 3 PM — Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport — $5 entry; kids 10 and under free — Experience a day filled with airplane encounters, pilot meet-and-greets, and tasty food options.
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