Good morning, Gainesville.

Four Gainesville area first responder agencies received grants from the Firehouse Subs Safety Foundation for lifesaving equipment.

Helen Fire and Nicholson Volunteer Fire and Rescue received extrication tools + Flowery Branch PD and White County Fire Services received eight and twelve AEDs respectively.

Maxine Wagner and Beth Buffington discussed the annual Hall County National Day of Prayer Breakfast during their interview on Prayer and Praise Time at 97.5 Glory FM on Monday, May 4 (key event details were shared).

Gainesville-based Capstone Property Group received the 2026 Excellence in Rehabilitation Award for restoring the Walton Jackson Building, a 1930s Art Deco landmark in downtown built after a tornado.

The project preserved key features like marble cladding — adapting the building for modern community use.

Eight authentic Mexican restaurants in Hall County celebrate Cinco de Mayo + Taco Tuesday today as they offer specials that honor Mexican heritage and community.

The Georgia Ports Authority opened Gainesville Inland Port on Monday on White Sulphur Road.

The 104-acre, $134 million facility links I-85 and I-985 to a 324-mile rail network and is expected to cut 26,000 truck trips (reducing over 20,000 metric tons of CO2) in its first year.

Brenau University celebrated 347 undergrad & grad degrees on Friday, May 1 by awarding 106 master’s, 37 specialist, 51 doctoral or terminal master’s and 102 undergraduate degrees, with 69 given to women’s college graduates, while President David L.

Barnett led the ceremony.

City officials launched Park GVL today to manage parking in downtown Gainesville; residents scan a QR code & check in with their license plates for two free hours before paying $4 per hour from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., and citations may follow for noncompliance.

Ninth-grader Sawyer Sistrunk (North Hall High School) marked one year since his brain cancer diagnosis at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, growing close to the hospital staff as he continues his fight.

Two office and warehouse buildings covering 145,168 sqft are proposed in a residential area in Flowery Branch (targeting small businesses).

Foodees Fest at Lakeshore Mall

1 PM - 7 PM — Lakeshore Mall — Free entry — Enjoy a weekend filled with delicious food, unique crafts, and family fun at this community festival.

Artist Showcase Reception – Gallery on the Square

5-7 p.m. — Main Street Market — Free entry — Discover the vibrant artistry from 13 local talents showcasing oils, acrylics, pottery, and more.

BlackHawk Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Tickets required — Experience timeless hits and heartfelt storytelling from one of country music’s enduring acts.

Satisfaction - A Tribute to The Rolling Stones

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energy and timeless style of The Rolling Stones in this authentic tribute show.