Sunday, October 13th, 2024

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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hall County Animal Control rescued 23 dogs from a house in Gainesville on October 10, according to a press release. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Area churches are mobilizing volunteers to contribute to Operation Christmas Child by filling shoe boxes with gifts and essential items for children in need, aiming to surpass last year's 21,000 donations. AccessWDUN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kubota Manufacturing's donation of three diesel engines to Lanier Tech enhances educational opportunities for students in the Diesel Equipment Technology Dual Enrollment program. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Lakeview Academy introduces The Keystone Program, offering specialized instruction for students with dyslexia starting in the 2025-26 school year, focusing on tailored, multi-sensory learning approaches in language arts and math. AccessWDUN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service forecasts potential frost in northeast Georgia this week, with temperatures possibly dropping below 35°F in areas including Clayton and Blairsville. 97.5 Glory
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The North Hall Trojans historically beat the Greater Atlanta Christian Spartans 27-23 for their first victory against them, advancing to 4-0 in region play. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Emma Dobson of Chestatee Academy won the Division 2 Middle School cross country state championship with a notable time and is set to compete at nationals in Kentucky. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Sixth-ranked Gainesville high school football team loses to number one ranked Milton. The Gainesville Times
- ➤ Ben Plemons and Hector Espinoza each rushed for over 100 yards, securing a region victory for Chestatee against Pickens. The Gainesville Times
TRAVEL NEWS
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Austin Coleman Live Performance
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Celtic Thunder Concert
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The Guild Live Performance
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Soulful Night of R&B Music
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Trick or Treat Along the Midland Greenway
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The Riverside Concert
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LifeSouth Blood Drive in Gainesville
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