Hall County welcomes first baby of the new year

Hall County's first baby of 2026, Hudson, is seen here with his parents and big sister at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville. He arrived at 2:26 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2026. (Northeast Georgia Health System)

HALL COUNTY, Ga. — Hall County welcomed its first baby of the new year on Thursday. Baby Hudson arrived at 2:26 a.m. on Jan. 1 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville. He weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces, and measured 19 and three-quarters inches long, according to hospital officials.

Proud parents Amanda and Zachary of Dahlonega celebrated the arrival of their son alongside his 18-month old sister, Georgia.

Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) Tiffany Tucker with Northeast Georgia Physicians Group delivered Hudson. The family received a gift basket from the Northeast Georgia Health System Auxiliary and Safe Kids Northeast Georgia.

Welcome to the world, Hudson!

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