Wednesday, December 11th, 2024

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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ La Michoacana Es Natural, Gainesville Cabinet Company, and Texas Truck & Auto took top honors in the Christmas on Green Street Parade, judged by local officials. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ A Georgia nonprofit, Adventure Bags, is supporting children facing trauma by providing backpacks filled with essentials and comfort items, benefitting over 51,000 kids state-wide. FOX 5 Atlanta
- ➤ Gainesville High School will honor legendary coaches Jerry Davis and Manson Hill with a gym dedication ceremony during their games against Roswell. The Gainesville Times
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two related traffic accidents on Dawsonville Highway involved four vehicles and resulted in four non-life-threatening injuries. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ An early morning power outage in northern Hall County has impacted about 1,000 Georgia Power customers, with efforts underway to restore electricity. AccessWDUN
- ➤ A 10-year-old girl injured in a Gillsville Highway traffic accident has been released from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, while Georgia State Patrol investigates separate incidents on Dawsonville and Atlanta Highways. 97.5 Glory
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Supreme Court unanimously affirmed the murder conviction of Tabitha Zeldia Wood for the 2022 killing of her fiancé, sentencing her to life with possible parole after 30 years. AccessWDUN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday features 16 high school basketball games in northeast Georgia, including major region clashes such as the top-ranked Pickens girls team against No. 11 Lumpkin County. AccessWDUN
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Live Music by Roger Moore at Locos Grill & Pub
Enjoy a night of diverse acoustic and electric performances by solo artist Roger Moore, featuring covers and originals across country, rock, blues, and R&B genres.
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USPA Drug Tested 2024 Winter Classic Powerlifting Competition
The USPA Drug Tested 2024 Winter Classic features various powerlifting events with limited participation and rigorous drug testing, held at The Beast Sports Center in Gainesville, Georgia.
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North Georgia Chamber Symphony Holiday Concert
The North Georgia Chamber Symphony will perform holiday favorites at the Gainesville Botanical Garden, featuring traditional carols and festive arrangements.
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Haunted Ghost Tour at Blackstrap Rock Hall
Explore the haunted history of Gainesville through a walking tour featuring the Piedmont Hotel and other eerie locations, with drinks allowed for an added thrill.
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Funk You - The Ultimate Contemporary Funk Band Performance
Funk You, a contemporary funk band with a decade-long history of captivating audiences, will perform live at Boot Barn Hall, showcasing their unique blend of modern and vintage sounds.
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Carriage Rides through Historic Downtown Gainesville
Experience the charm and beauty of Downtown Gainesville, Georgia with horse-drawn carriage rides available every Sunday evening in December.
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Georgia Satellites Live Concert at Boot Barn Hall
The Georgia Satellites, a renowned Southern rock band, will perform a high-energy concert featuring their classic hits at Boot Barn Hall, suitable for ages 14 and up.
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3rd Annual Chanukah Celebration in Gainesville
This community event features menorah lighting, traditional foods, children's crafts, and festive music in Historic Downtown Gainesville.
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Judy Collins Concert
Judy Collins will perform live at Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers in Gainesville.
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Lauren Jordan Live Performance at Locos Grill & Pub
Enjoy a live music performance by Lauren Jordan at Locos Grill & Pub in Gainesville.
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