Cheers, signs, and gratitude: Cresswind parade honors first responders - Gainesville Times

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Cheers, signs, and gratitude: Cresswind parade honors first responders

The residents of Cresswind welcomed members of Gainesville Police, Hall County Sheriff’s Office, Gainesville Fire Department, and Hall County Fire Services to its 2025 First Responders Appreciation Parade on Friday, April 11. Around 50 first responders joined residents for a night of gratitude, reflection, and celebration. - photo by Greg Finan Jr.

The residents of Cresswind welcomed members of Gainesville Police, Hall County Sheriff’s Office, Gainesville Fire Department, and Hall County Fire Services to its 2025 First Responders Appreciation Parade on Friday, April 11. Around 50 first responders joined residents for a night of gratitude, reflection, and celebration. - photo by Greg Finan Jr.

The streets of Cresswind at Lake Lanier were lined with cheers, signs, and appreciative residents on April 11 as the 55-and-up community hosted its 2025 First Responders Appreciation Parade.