Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of June.
Good morning, Gainesville.
Space Splash Spectacular offers interactive science, water and adventure activities for all ages today from 10am to 1pm.
It starts at The Sun on Downtown Square and ends at Longwood Park at Lake Lanier & a shuttle returns for one-way walkers.
Gateway Domestic Violence Center will host 'Roar the Night Away,' an evening with The Andrews Brothers Dueling Pianos on July 23 in Gainesville.
All proceeds will benefit programs that provide safety, shelter and support in Hall County (tickets at gatewaydvcenter.org/roar).
Pupuseria y Antojitos La Cocinita (owned by Gladys Ramos) is set to offer a midnight menu on Saturday in Gainesville; the new restaurant will open later this month to serve home-cooked food to the community.
Superintendent Will Schofield announced Friday he will recommend Jessica Burce as interim principal at Lula Elementary + Sarah Lux as interim principal at Sugar Hill Elementary.
The school board will consider the proposals on June 22.
Hall County Commission ratified the purchase of Grubs Market in Gainesville on Friday, June 12 as Chair David Gibbs discussed the decision.
Tacos Los Reyes at 425 Atlanta Highway in Gainesville failed its health inspection with a score of 63, according to the Hall County Department of Public Health.
Cherokee Bluff High athletics feature in a series with athletic director Ralph Neeley + detailing department strategies and lessons from a 2025 game in Flowery Branch.
The piece offers a local look at high school sports operations across Hall County.
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.
62nd Annual Independence Day Celebration
— Time not specified — Laurel Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with family-friendly festivities at Hall County's annual event.
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