Gainesville
Morning News
Saturday, November 29th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Marine Corps League and U.S. Marines are leading a Toys for Tots campaign in northeast Georgia to collect new toys for less fortunate children. The campaign offers several upcoming donation events including a drive thru at Lanier Islands from December 1 to 8 — 5 Below will host a Stuff the Truck event on December 6, Gainesville Pet Smart on December 13, and a special award presentation for Gainesville High School's Junior ROTC on December 12 with local drop off boxes also available. AccessWDUN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Thousands of North Georgia shoppers began Black Friday shopping early—many waking before dawn—to take advantage of deals and family traditions. Shoppers spent hours at local outlets and reported finding deep discounts—an annual routine that underscores the event's appeal. AccessWDUN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Senate Majority leader hinted that the state legislature may soon try to control the GHSA after a Gainesville High playoff game was postponed following a fight between players from Gainesville and Brunswick High. Jason Anavitarte criticized the delay on Thanksgiving Eve — saying it hurt the students and community. 97.5 Glory
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Northeast Georgia Health System received Level 10 Digital Health Most Wired status from CHIME for 2025—making it the only hospital in Georgia and the 18th in the nation to earn the honor. The system also piloted the DAX Copilot ambient listening solution and trained over 480 clinicians to help improve patient care. AccessWDUN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In high school playoffs on Friday, Buford beat Douglas County 30-15 in Class 6A with a 9-0 early lead and will travel to Valdosta next week while Jefferson overcame a 21-0 start to beat Cairo 47-28 in Class 3A and will host West Laurens at Memorial Stadium. Additionally, Rome won 31-17 in Class 5A against Jackson County and Rabun County lost 34-0 to Pepperell — the Gainesville-Langston-Hughes quarterfinal game was postponed after appeal decisions. AccessWDUN
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Christmas on Green Street 2025
3-7 p.m. — Gainesville Civic Center — Free entry — Celebrate the holidays with a festive parade featuring antique cars, floats, and live music.
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Wheel of Fortune Live
7-10 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check event page for pricing — Experience America's Game® with Wheel of Fortune LIVE! in your hometown.
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USPA Tested and Open Winter Classic 2
11 a.m. – 8 p.m. — The Beast Sports Center, LLC — No refunds — Experience thrilling powerlifting competition with categories for all skill levels.
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BloodLust Live Performance
8:00–9:30 p.m. — Blackstrap Rock Hall — Tickets start at $74 — Experience an unforgettable night with BloodLust in Gainesville, GA.
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