Good morning, Gainesville.

Dinah Hamilton, a Brenau student, wins the Sarah Helen Killgore Scholarship + attorney Kelly Anne Miles is named Gainesville Woman of Distinction by Girl Scouts, while Suwanee Beer Fest earns a top national ranking per USA Today.

North Hall High School math teacher and golf coach Jason Hughes passed away Friday night (HCSD confirmed details are pending) and the school's FCA held a gym tribute on Saturday at 1 p.m. to honor him.

Gainesville’s top-ranked basketball team lost in the Class 5A state semifinals on March 6 in Atlanta as the Red Elephants rallied from a first-half deficit to briefly lead in the fourth quarter.

Flowery Branch's boys soccer team beat East Jackson as six players scored in a game that showed off the Falcons' depth.

East Hall boys lost to Cross Creek in the state semifinals at Legacy Arena in Douglasville on Mar.

7—Cross Creek’s third-quarter rally turned the game.

Cherokee Bluff boys won two matches in Region 8-3A play by beating West Hall and Jefferson on March 5 in Flowery Branch.

North Hall completed a series sweep against Greater Atlanta Christian on March 3 in Gainesville as Branson Crawford hit a homer and his team recorded three homers and four doubles.

The win capped a strong performance by the Trojans.

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.

Don’t Be Cruel: Elvis Tribute Show

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices not specified — Experience the magic of Elvis with hits from his legendary career.

Monster Truck Wars

12 PM — Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling action with monster trucks, mud racing, and tractor pulling at this family-friendly event.

Learn to Sew with Ana Whitfield: Pleats, Gathers, & Elastic

12-3 p.m. — Hall County Library North Hall Technology Center — Bring your own supplies — Dive into sewing basics and complete your first projects with expert guidance.

R&B, Inc. Live Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check local listings — Experience the vibrant sound of an all-star R&B band featuring the vocal mastery of Keith Eatmon.

Women of the Woods Club

3-5 PM — Elachee Nature Science Center — Free admission — Empowering women to explore the outdoors and build skills in nature.

Bingo Loco - Early Show

5:30-11:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check the event page for pricing — Experience a wild, interactive bingo show featuring dance-offs and exciting prizes.