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Thursday, October 17th, 2024

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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ The Hall County Sheriff's Office was awarded a $151,680 HEAT grant to enhance road safety by targeting aggressive driving and promoting traffic law compliance.  AccessWDUN

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • ➤ Five individuals were displaced and two hospitalized following a house fire in Gainesville, with the cause currently under investigation.  AccessWDUN
  • ➤ A Gainesville man was cited for DUI and traffic violations after his motorcycle collided with a mailbox and a parked vehicle, resulting in serious leg injuries.  97.5 Glory

CRIME NEWS

  • ➤ Several students in Hall have been legally charged for making violent threats against schools following the Apalachee shooting, an unprecedented situation highlighted by Judge Joe Diaz.  The Gainesville Times
  • ➤ An Atlanta man has been sentenced to prison for the 2020 robbery of a Gainesville bank.  The Gainesville Times
  • ➤ A suspect has been arrested related to the death of a missing 3-year-old Georgia boy in a hit-and-run incident.  WSB-TV

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • ➤ A Frost Advisory and Freeze Warning have been issued for north Georgia, including Gainesville and the northern counties, for tonight by the National Weather Service.  97.5 Glory

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

  • Experience Live Music at EMBR

    Experience an exciting night of live music at the EMBR event in Gainesville.

    Fri, 10/18/24

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  • Austin Coleman Live Performance

    Experience the soulful sounds of Austin Coleman, a talented singer-songwriter influenced by southern rock, classic rock, and folk-country music.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • The Loyal Cheaters Concert at Blackstrap Rock Hall

    Experience the energetic performance of The Loyal Cheaters, an Italian/German Turbo Rock’N’Roll band known for their engaging stage presence and unique sound.

    Sun, 10/20/24

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  • Celtic Thunder Concert

    Experience an enchanting evening of music with the renowned group Celtic Thunder at Boot Barn Hall in Gainesville.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • The Guild Live Performance

    Experience a live musical performance by The Guild at the renowned Blackstrap Rock Hall in Gainesville.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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  • Soulful Night of R&B Music

    Experience an electrifying evening featuring R&B Inc. and The Weekend Getaway Band, delivering powerful performances of soul, funk, and jazz.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • Trick or Treat Along the Midland Greenway

    Experience a safe and enjoyable trick-or-treating adventure with candy stations, Halloween games, and fun activities suitable for the whole family.

    Sun, 10/27/24

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  • The Riverside Concert

    Experience an evening of live music at Elevate Performing Arts Center featuring The Riverside.

    Tue, 10/29/24

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  • LifeSouth Blood Drive in Gainesville

    Participate in a vital community blood drive to support local health needs and save lives.

    Wed, 10/30/24

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  • Trick or Treat on the Square 2024

    Experience a festive afternoon of trick-or-treating with your kids at downtown businesses in Historic Gainesville Square, dressed in creative costumes.

    Thu, 10/31/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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