Good morning, Gainesville.

Nearly 80 dogs and cats were adopted during a 17-day event at the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia (HSNEGA) in Gainesville.

The 10th annual Empty Shelters campaign, sponsored by the BISSELL Pet Foundation, lowered fees and eased shelter crowding as over 300 organizations took part.

Hall County Master Gardeners invite the public to review creative projects made with a $100 budget as part of an inaugural competition.

The entries are open for judging now.

The Ivester Foundation increased its Alliance Theatre grant to $200,000, which will let the theatre double the number of students served in Hall County.

Summer camps run at Lakeview Academy (June 1-12 and 22-26) and Gainesville High School (July 6-24) with scholarships for local students.

Chattahoochee Christian School in Clermont received a gift of 51 acres on Georgia 115 west of Cleveland.

School officials hope the land will eventually allow the school to move into its own facility, but no plans have been announced yet.

Lynette Scheman was named the next principal of Myers Elementary School — she previously led Lula Elementary — according to a Hall County Schools press release.

Professor Fassil Fanta from Brenau University was selected as a Fulbright U.S. Scholar for the upcoming academic year and will teach undergraduate and graduate courses at Haramaya University (Ethiopia) to build research capacity.

Jeremy Boleman was selected as the next principal of Spout Springs Elementary School for Hall County Schools; he is set to begin his role soon (photo courtesy of Hall County Schools).

A former dental office in Gainesville is set to become office spaces for 13 beauty and wellness professionals, according to planning documents (detailing the new use).

Gainesville's Addison Peeples earned top honors in the 2026 Girls All-County high school golf competition at the Chattahoochee Golf Club on March 9 during the Hall County championships.

Gainesville defensive back Jeremiah Proctor—becoming the third Red Elephants senior to join a Power Four conference program since the weekend—chose Pitt.

Lakeview Academy's Hudson Justus earned top player honors at the 2026 Boys All-County golf meet — held during the Hall County championships on March 10 at Chattahoochee Golf Club in Gainesville.

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.

Diamond Art Workshop

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hall County Library Blackshear Place — All materials provided — Create your own stunning diamond art masterpiece in a fun and relaxed setting.

The Ultimate Doors Tribute Concert

6:00 – 10:30 PM — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Cost not specified — Experience a time machine to The Doors' music with this faithful tribute band.

Squirrel Nut Zippers Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticketed event — Experience the swing and soul of the iconic Squirrel Nut Zippers as they revive their classic hits.

Food Truck Fridays at Lake Lanier Olympic Park

5-9 p.m. — Lake Lanier Olympic Park — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of food trucks, live music, and community vibes by the lake.

Dot Art Workshop

1-3 p.m. — Hall County Library Downtown — $10 Supply fee — Unleash creativity in a fun dot art experience for adults 18 and up.

Storybook & Sensory Bin Experience

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville — Free entry — Dive into storytelling and sensory exploration for little ones in a lush garden setting.

Flag Painting Workshop

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hall County Library Downtown — Free entry — Celebrate America creatively at this Americana-style flag painting workshop with refreshments.

Dueling Pianos with The Andrews Brothers

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — VIP packages available — Enjoy a lively night of dueling pianos featuring The Andrews Brothers.