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Tuesday, December 31st, 2024

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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Lanier Canoe and Kayak Club is organizing its 27th annual Polar Bear Plunge and Paddle event on New Year's Day, featuring a fundraiser jump into the water and optional paddling activities.  AccessWDUN
  • The Chabad of Hall County commemorated Chanukah with its third annual Light Up Hall County event, featuring a nine-foot menorah lighting in Downtown Gainesville and promoting unity and kindness among the community.  AccessWDUN

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Power was successfully restored in metro Atlanta and other Georgia areas following outages due to early Sunday storms, with a confirmed EF-0 tornado in Fayette County causing no major damage.  97.5 Glory

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Gas prices slightly decrease in Hall County and the state, while the national average sees a minor increase.  97.5 Glory
  • Lakeshore Mall is set to be transformed into a mixed-use development beginning late next year, featuring the demolition of the existing mall (excluding Belk’s), construction of new retail locations, and later the addition of multi-family residences.  97.5 Glory

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Robert Maddox reflects on his time writing speeches for President Jimmy Carter and highlights Carter's dedication to peace.  AccessWDUN
  • Hall County's Tax Commissioner advises property sellers on the importance of transferring tax liabilities to avoid penalties, with a compliance deadline for 2024 taxes set for February 13, 2025.  AccessWDUN

SPORTS NEWS

  • Jordan Richerson's performance, averaging 15 points over three games, was pivotal in East Hall Vikings' victory at the Smoky Mountain Winter Classic.  The Gainesville Times
  • Lakeview Academy's girls basketball team defeated Calhoun in the North Georgia Report Showcase, boosted by the return of senior guard Dynesty Putman.  The Gainesville Times

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Judy Collins Concert

    Judy Collins will perform live at Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers in Gainesville.

    Wed, 1/8/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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  • Clay Walker Live Concert at Boot Barn Hall

    Country music artist Clay Walker, celebrated for his hits and advocacy for Multiple Sclerosis awareness, will perform live at Boot Barn Hall, suitable for ages 14 and up.

    Fri, 1/17/25

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  • LifeSouth Blood Drive at Gainesville Public Utilities

    A public blood drive hosted by LifeSouth, aimed at collecting blood donations to support the local Gainesville-Hall County community.

    Wed, 1/22/25

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  • Easton Corbin Concert

    Easton Corbin will perform live at Boot Barn Hall in Gainesville on January 24, 2025.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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  • Eagles Tribute Concert in Gainesville

    Experience the music of the Eagles brought to life by the tribute band 'To the Limit,' featuring timeless classics and engaging performances.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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  • Liverpool Legends Concert in Gainesville

    Experience a live performance by The Liverpool Legends at Boot Barn Hall in Gainesville.

    Thu, 1/30/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The enemy of art is the absence of constraints.

~ Orson Welles

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