Good morning, Gainesville.

The Jackson EMC Foundation Board of Directors approved $101,529 in grants to nine nonprofits serving Hall County—some groups also serve other parts of the JEMC service area.

A residential fire destroyed a home on the 2200 block of Athens Highway when crews arrived around 1 a.m. on April 27 — firefighters quickly knocked down the flames, no injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.

State and local gas prices are lower this week compared to last Monday.

AAA reported that Hall County’s average dropped two cents to $2.89 per gallon — and the state average fell by one cent to $2.91 — while the national price increased to $3.17.

Starting Thursday until September 30, the Environmental Protection Division reinstates outdoor burn restrictions in 54 counties—including Hall—to reduce smoke that may impact urban ozone levels.

Residents outside these counties must follow local fire safety guidelines when burning yard or land clearing debris, especially as wildfire risks have risen this spring.

West Hall's boys soccer team rallied from a four-goal deficit to beat Bainbridge in the Class 3A state playoffs—advancing to the second round—after a strong second-half comeback.

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.

Midland Music Fest

5-10 p.m. — Midland Greenway — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening filled with music and community fun at the Midland Music Fest.