Good morning, Gainesville.

Rabbit Rebates announced plans on February 8 to open a store at Lakeshore Mall — providing local shoppers with a new retail destination.

Gas prices in Gainesville fell four cents to $2.63 per gallon this week, while state prices remain at $2.66 and the national average rose to $2.89 according to AAA.

University of North Georgia is expanding support for veteran students by relocating resource lounges on its Gainesville campus and launching a mentoring pilot program called Battle Buddies (starting in spring) as staff begin emailing veterans in February.

Gainesville Leadership Academy Class of 2025 recently graduated after completing a rigorous program that trained city employees in leadership skills and policy compliance.

Graduates came from departments such as Water Resources, Public Works, Police, and more.

The Georgia Department of Education announced an expansion of fine arts instruction, adding a new Advanced Academic Pathway that includes AP courses (like AP Music Theory) and creative industry options.

The changes, aimed at increasing elementary art teacher ratios and aligning education with Georgia’s creative economy, will benefit students statewide.

The Play That Goes Wrong

7:30-9 p.m. — Hosch Theatre — Tickets required — Enjoy a riotous evening where nothing goes right in this comedic tribute to the chaos of live theatre.

Piano Man - The Music of Billy Joel

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Tickets available — Experience a celebrated tribute to the legendary songs of Billy Joel.

AK-7 Live Concert

9 PM – 1 AM — La Estación Mexican Grill — Ticket prices TBA — Experience an enchanting night of music with AK-7 and their romantic hits.

Interstellar Echoes - Pink Floyd Tribute

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the sounds of Pink Floyd with the Southeast's premier tribute band.

The Seven Wonders - Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Cost Info Not Provided — Replicating the sounds of one of the world’s best-loved bands, The Seven Wonders reconnect fans with the music they love.

North Georgia USAWE Licensed Show

8 a.m. — Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center — In-person event — Saddle up for two days of thrilling USAWE action in Gainesville, GA.