Good morning, Gainesville.

The new Publix store near Price and Thompson Bridge roads in North Hall (Hall County’s newest location) is nearing completion and will open soon.

Gainesville police said a driver hit a woman pushing a man in a wheelchair on Academy Street around 11 a.m. Monday, killing Phillips Adams and hospitalizing Linda Tench—authorities arrested suspect Janet Villanueva, who now faces homicide and hit-and-run charges.

On April 22nd at 11 a.m. on Academy Street, a hit-and-run in Gainesville left a 61-year-old man in a wheelchair dead and a 77-year-old woman critically injured after 29-year-old Janet Villanueva fled the scene—she now faces charges including homicide by vehicle in the first degree.

James Grenough of Stone Mountain was driving at 131 mph on Ga.

365 before and after a crash killed a teen couple—he faced a committal hearing in Hall County Magistrate Court on April 21 for vehicular homicide charges, testimony said.

NGMC Gainesville now has a new epilepsy monitoring unit that helps patients with seizures get safe, advanced care — doctors and nurses record brain activity during episodes to create treatment plans.

Patients referred by an epilepsy specialist will stay 3 to 5 days for proper diagnosis and treatment.

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.

Spring Preview Day 2025

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — John S. Burd Performing Arts Center — Free entry — Explore potential opportunities at Brenau University and learn more about what they offer.

Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy in Gainesville

10:00 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — 3263 Tanners Mill Rd, Gainesville, GA — Ticketed event — Dive into the chilling tales of Poe while enjoying themed cocktails crafted for each story.

Lanier Technical College Foundation 5K

9:30 AM – 1:30 PM — Lanier Technical College — $TBA — Participate in a lively 5K run sponsored by Kings Hawaiian to support local education.

Watering Can Workshop

6-7:30 p.m. — Hall County Library Blackshear Place — $4.99 — Unleash your creativity by painting a charming spring watering can.

Public Art: block pARTy FUNdraiser

6-10 p.m. — Roosevelt Square — $60 — A vibrant celebration uniting artists and art lovers for a cause in public art.

AC/DC Tribute Concert in Gainesville

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Grab your tickets while they last — Experience high-voltage rock 'n' roll with an electrifying tribute to AC/DC.

The Venue Jazz Orchestra Performance

8 PM — Smithgall Arts Center — Check for ticket prices — Experience the energetic sounds of a modern big band featuring top local musicians.

Ultimate Music Wave Festival

4:45-10:30 p.m. — Smithgall Arts Center — Tickets available — Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of 'Sittin at a Bar' with live performances from Rehab and Mickey Avalon.