Good morning, Gainesville.

Memorial Day weekend on Lake Lanier was calm with only a few minor incidents reported, and officials said there were no major disruptions.

Visitors enjoyed a peaceful experience despite the low number of issues.

Center Point will launch its first-ever Over the Edge urban rappelling event next month at the Downtown Main Street Parking Garage off the Gainesville square—designed to boost adrenaline, entertainment, and community spirit.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources released its final report on Memorial Day weekend boating activity from May 24 to May 26 & the report detailed 29 BUI arrests and several boating incidents across six regions, including four arrests and two incidents in Gainesville where one passenger sustained a right ankle injury.

Hall County Schools has named Tammy Herrin as the 2025 Exemplary ESOL Teacher — she is recognized for her work with middle school English language learners and will guide further support for them at her school.

Three doctoral students & a professor in the Brenau University physical therapy program received state awards from the American Physical Therapy Association Georgia at a recent conference.

Jessica Streuer, Trevor Bond, and Cassidy Hray were honored with the Founder’s Award, Student and Early Career Scholarship, and Clinical Excellence Award while Professor Heather Ross received the Outstanding Physical Therapist Award.

A routine health inspection last week gave Don Arepacho Venezuelan Fast Food at 2322 Browns Bridge Road an unsatisfactory score of 65 because inspectors found cross contamination risks—improper hygiene and unsafe food storage.

The restaurant did not meet health standards and may need to make changes soon.

Chestatee graduate Luke Gaddis and West Hall graduate Stephen Clark earned First-Team All-American honors in the 3,000-meter steeplechase at the Division-II outdoor track championship on May 24 in Pueblo — Colo.

North Hall's Bryant Young signed a scholarship on May 20 to run track and compete in cross country for Appalachian State — he is a distance triple crown state champion who worked hard to earn his spot.

Forge Your Own Path: Tiger TTRPG Camp

10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Brenau Trustee Library — $250 with early bird rate — Unleash creativity in a camp that blends storytelling and tabletop role-playing games.

USPA The Iron Beast Powerlifting Meet

All day — The Beast Sports Center, LLC — Registration required — Compete in various lifting categories and aim for the best lifter award in this prestigious powerlifting event.

Diamond Art Painting Workshop

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Hall County Library Blackshear Place — $5 supply fee — Create beautiful diamond artwork in a relaxed environment.

Movies Under the Stars

7-10 p.m. — Braselton Town Green — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly movie under the stars while dining from local restaurants.

Quiet Riot Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check event page for cost — Enjoy legendary rock tunes from the band credited as the first heavy metal group to top the Billboard charts.

The Arts Council: Riverstreet Concert

8 PM – 12 AM — Smithgall Arts Center — Ticket information not provided — Get ready to dance to classic rock with the local band RIVERSTREET!

Virtual Tour of Assisted Living Community

9 AM – 7 PM — The Oaks - Scenic View (Assisted Living) — Free entry — Explore exceptional senior living with a focus on community, dining, and activities.

BROstock 2025

10 a.m. – 10 p.m. — Lake Lanier Olympic Park — Entry details not specified — Celebrate 20 years of BROstock with epic wakeboarding contests and live concerts.