Good morning, Gainesville.

A South Hall man was arrested after he reportedly kidnapped and dragged a woman in his car on June 1 — he faces charges including kidnapping, aggravated assault, false imprisonment, battery under the Family Violence Act, DUI alcohol, and driving while license suspended, and the victim sustained bruising to her arm and leg.

A Gainesville man allegedly shot another at a home on Biscayne Place on May 28, prompting police to arrest suspect Mehki Jabron Ellison (23) after he fled and detain the injured victim, Josheau Kiera Hester (42), who was treated at Northeast Georgia Medical Center and faces drug charges.

On Monday, 39-year-old inmate Daniel Jesse Bell cut off his ankle monitor and stole a motorcycle, leading officers on a multi-state chase that ended in Westminster when he crashed into a power pole—he was tased, burned, and taken to a burn center while two deputies were treated for minor injuries—officials said.

Hall County Schools named its new director of secondary education.

CareSource recently donated $30,000 to the Gainesville-based Georgia Mountain Food Bank to support families facing food insecurity in Dawson, Lumpkin, Union, Forsyth and Hall counties.

The funds will fund a mobile distribution event later this year (bringing food directly to those in need) and back Project Preserve to keep a steady supply of healthy food.

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.

Steve Earle Concert

5-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check venue for ticket info — Experience an evening with one of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of his generation.

First Friday Concert and Fireworks Show

7-10 p.m. — Midland Greenway — Free entry — Enjoy a festive evening of live music followed by a spectacular fireworks display.