Gainesville
Morning News
Friday, December 26th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lanier Canoe and Kayak Club will host its 28th Annual Polar Bear Plunge on Thursday, Jan. 1 at Lake Lanier, with festivities starting at 10:00 a.m. and the plunge scheduled for noon on the club’s docks. The fundraiser will offer free hot chocolate, auction items, and awards for best costume and jump. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ Search efforts for Gainesville native Charlie Hosh will resume today after a brief Christmas Eve pause. Family, BUSAR, Georgia K-9 Search and Recovery and community volunteers continue the search in the Union County mountains. 97.5 Glory
- ➤ A local state park will host a free First Day Hike on Jan. 1 (offering residents a chance to enjoy nature and strengthen community ties) as the new year begins. WSB-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new study finds that Georgia shoppers now spend more on groceries than those in 44 states. Local stores may face higher prices as families adjust their budgets. WSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr joined 13 other state AGs in a public service announcement to help Georgians avoid gift card scams this holiday season, offering tips like inspecting packaging (and checking balances on official sites). Carr urged consumers to safeguard their hard-earned dollars. AccessWDUN
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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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2000's Nostalgic Party
8-11 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience a nostalgic blast from the past at a vibrant 2000s-themed party.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Jack London
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