Good morning, Gainesville.

Gainesville police arrested 36-year-old Michael Stanley Few on Friday night during a traffic stop after officers found two kilos of meth, valued between $13,000 — $30,000, and $7,000 in cash; he now faces seven charges including drug trafficking and probation violation.

A North Georgia man is accused of stealing $14 million by taking trade secrets after leaving his job, and police are now investigating the alleged theft.

A traffic stop by Gainesville Police on Tuesday led to the seizure of two kilograms of meth and the arrest of 36-year-old Michael Stanley Few (from Gainesville) on felony drug charges after officers found him with 4.5 pounds of meth, $7,000 in cash and other drug items and charged him with fleeing or attempting to elude while he remains in Hall County Jail without bond.

The Savannah College of Art and Design announced that 18 School of Fashion students received 2025 Fashion Scholarship Fund awards totaling over $200,000, including recipient Kennedi White from Barrow County and Victoria (Tori) Carannante from Buford.

The Banks County Sheriff’s Office was accredited through the OSAP program, making it one of the first five counties in Georgia to earn this recognition.

On March 21st, Hall County Fire Rescue held an awards ceremony at Free Chapel to honor first responders for their actions in 2024—Xan Williams was named Civilian Employee of the Year, Beth Flichman was named Recruit of the Year, David LaPorte was named EMT of the Year, Carson Fields was named Paramedic of the Year, Lt. Brian Gregory was named Officer of the Year, and Engineer Diane Woodall was named Firefighter of the Year.

Even though the White House said that Social Security offices will remain open, Gainesville’s Newtown Florist Club will host a forum on Social Security cuts Monday night at 6:00 p.m. at Bethel AME Church.

High school baseball scores from March 27th and March 28th showed Gainesville beating Seckinger 8-1 while teams in Region 6-AAA, Region 8-AAA, and Region 8-AAAA played competitive games.

The scoreboard recorded multiple match-ups that underscored a busy weekend for local teams.

The Fabulous Thunderbirds Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ages 14+ — Experience the powerful sound of The Fabulous Thunderbirds, an iconic American band with over 30 years of history.

Brenau University Community Concert

7-11 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Support a good cause — Enjoy a night of R&B and soul music from talented local artists.

Yonder Mountain String Band Live

8-9:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience the dynamic bluegrass and indie rock sounds of Yonder Mountain String Band as they debut new music from their latest album.

Book Tote DIY Painting Session

4-6 p.m. — Hall County Library North Hall Technology Center — $9.74 — Unleash your creativity by painting a unique tote bag for your reading collection.

2025 Happy Hippy Llama Show

April 11-13 — Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center — Entry Deadline April 1st — Experience a vibrant llama show featuring multiple judges and competitive points.

Downforce Race Battles

4-10 p.m. — Caffeine and Octane's Lanier Raceway — Ticketed event — Experience thrilling grudge match racing in a vibrant car culture atmosphere.

Flowery Branch Spring Festival

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Flowery Branch Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a day of fun with food trucks, live music, and family-friendly activities.

Cresswind’s Electronics Recycling Drive

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Cresswind at Lake Lanier | Clubhouse — $20 per flat-screen TV — Safely dispose of your unwanted electronics while supporting sustainability.

Parents Workshop – The Path to College

10-11 p.m. — Brenau’s Banks Recital Hall — Free entry — Learn about the college application process and scholarship opportunities in Spanish.

Southeastern Championship Bull Riding

6 PM — Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center — Ticket cost unknown — Experience thrilling bull riding action at this regional championship event.