Good morning, Gainesville.

United Way of Hall County will partner with Surcheros for a Percentage Night to support local programs.

The event takes place on Wednesday, April 2 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Surcheros on Limestone Pkwy in Gainesville and will donate 10% of meal proceeds to programs for children and families.

Hall County Fire Rescue responded to a fully involved fire at an abandoned home on the 5400 block of Clarks Bridge Road in Gainesville Saturday night — crews arrived at 8:30 p.m. and quickly suppressed the flames while the Fire Marshal’s Office investigates the cause.

Two adults and a dog were displaced by a fire on Weaver Road in southeast Hall County early Sunday, March 30.

Two Czech Republic companies are planning to add new production lines to Flowery Branch this summer to support the electric vehicle manufacturing industry.

SOPO US-Inc will invest $2.3 million and add 25 jobs while SILENT-US Inc will invest $1 million and create 10 new positions in Hall County.

The No. 30 UNG baseball team broke records with a 31—1 win over Augusta.

The team set a new runs record and raised its program marks in the game.

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.