Good morning, Gainesville.

The Greater Hall Chamber warned members on Thursday that scammers were spoofing its phone number to call local businesses for alleged utility bill payments; the chamber stressed it never collects such payments and urged caution when receiving suspicious calls.

Today the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia hosts the Art with Heart fundraiser at Ramsey Conference Center from 6–9 p.m. to raise funds for animals in need, while additional local events keep the community engaged this weekend.

A 10-building industrial park on a 31-acre site is proposed off Cagle Road near Ga.

365 in northeast Hall County.

Gainesville City Schools named Lauren Anderson as its new chief financial officer (formerly finance director at White County Schools) as Kathy Pethel retires in June.

Braves star Ozzie Albies made a surprise visit to a Gainesville school after students sent him letters about their class fish project and met with them to offer his advice (the school said the encounter energized the students).

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.

Dempsey Dash 2026

9-11 a.m. — Brenau Amphitheatre — Registration fee applies — Participate in the annual 5K and 1K Fun Run in memory of Wayne Dempsey.

Chamber Chase 5K and 2 Mile Wellness Walk

6-8 p.m. — Riverside Preparatory Academy — Registration fee applies — Celebrate fitness with a fun run and wellness walk in Gainesville's community event.

Cinderella – Gainesville Ballet Company

7:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Pearce Auditorium — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting ballet adaptation of the beloved Brothers Grimm tale with magic and beautiful performances.

Cinderella – Gainesville Ballet Company

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Pearce Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting ballet production of Cinderella, showcasing whimsical fairies and captivating performances.