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End of a great run: Fourth-ranked Gainesville comes up short against Thomas County Central in state title game
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Gainesville's Kharim Hughley (9) runs Gainesville fans cheer against Thomas County Central in the Class 5A state championship game Dec. 17, 2025 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Photo by Bill Murphy
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