Good morning, Gainesville.

A hair salon is proposed to replace the farm-based market off Ga.

365 near White Sulphur Road in northeast Hall County (details are still pending).

School officials at Johnson High said a student made an inappropriate remark on Wednesday, May 6 that was deemed noncredible + no lockdown was needed as the investigation continues and the student may face disciplinary action.

Downtown Gainesville's square lit up on Wednesday, May 5 – Eduardo Cautino led the kickoff performance for the Blue Sky Concert Series as local restaurants provided to-go lunches for visitors.

In March, the state Department of Labor reported that Hall County reached a record 111,689 employed persons, marking an increase of 414 from February and 1,494 from last year while the unemployment rate dropped to 2.8.

The state Department of Education named its Teach in the Peach ambassadors (Hall County’s Steven McIntyre and White County’s Holly Witcher, 2025 Georgia Teacher of the Year) to promote teaching and boost recruitment efforts across the region.

The U.S. Drought Monitor reported on Thursday that drought conditions remain unchanged in much of Georgia & the Corps of Engineers said Lake Lanier dropped to 1065.8, 5.3 feet below normal.

Today, the free Gainesville Trolley returns and will run from 5 p.m. until midnight Friday and Saturday until Sept.

12. The service now includes stops at Cresswind at Lake Lanier + new neighborhood routes in Dixon, Glenwood/Riverside, and Midland and Fairstreet.

Georgia and Florida State football teams have canceled their 2027 and 2028 home-and-home series in Athens and Tallahassee + they are now discussing a neutral site option for a future game.

The teams have not confirmed the date or location.

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.

GlowBand - Tribute to The Eagles

6-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of classic rock favorites performed live including iconic hits from The Eagles.