Wednesday, October 16th, 2024

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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Seven individuals were arrested in Gainesville as law enforcement cleared a homeless encampment for a land transfer between the Georgia Department of Driver Services and Mar-Jac Poultry. AccessWDUN
- ➤ The Healan’s-Head’s Mill in Hall County is entering its final phase of renovation, featuring a new arched gate entrance designed by the late Garland Reynolds. The Gainesville Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Makayla Hope Porter, 24, was arrested in Hall County for allegedly engaging in sexual contact with a 15-year-old following their meeting at a concert. AccessWDUN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Prolonged drought and storm debris have significantly increased wildfire risks in northeast Georgia's Chattahoochee National Forest, prompting the U.S. Forest Service to urge caution and preventive measures from the public. 97.5 Glory
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early voting has started in Georgia for the November 5 General Election, with locations and times detailed for various counties. AccessWDUN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville implemented color-coded signs to improve visitor navigation. The Gainesville Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Northeast Georgia area high school volleyball teams had a successful first day in the Georgia High School Association playoffs, winning all five of their matches. AccessWDUN
- ➤ Cherokee Bluff rises to the No. 2 spot in the Georgia High School Association Class 3A playoffs rankings, with potential to claim the top seed with upcoming victories. AccessWDUN
- ➤ Week 9 of high school football saw major upsets and critical wins, shaking up the playoff landscape in several regions. AccessWDUN
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