Good morning, Gainesville.

Food Truck Friday returns to Lake Lanier Olympic Park this Friday & free entry is expected.

The event will offer live music, food trucks & beer tents along with retail vendors.

Juneteenth events in Hall County will span three days and feature a march and festival where residents celebrate freedom + learn about its history.

Hall County commissioners voted last week on a plan to eliminate traffic-related deaths and serious injuries by 2050 (a move aimed at dangerous intersections).

The plan will improve safety at spots such as MLK Boulevard and EE Butler Parkway (a key Gainesville location).

The Gainesville Planning and Appeals Board is asked to approve rezoning and annexation proposals for two townhome developments today.

One project at the corner of Old Cornelia Highway and East Ridge Road requires 13.3 acres to be annexed and rezoned to R-II while Tres Hermanos Groceries, LLC seeks to change half an acre on Chestnut Street from Residential-II and Heavy Industrial to R-II—both proposals will be reviewed at the July 8 meeting—.

North Hall announced six new inductees for its Athletics Hall of Fame, with three athletes and three former coaches being honored—shortstop Andrew Smith is among those recognized for his play during the 2013 playoffs.

The announcement highlights the school’s effort to celebrate outstanding contributions to its athletics program.

Cherokee Bluff’s soccer player Bristol Kersh felt a surreal thrill after earning a prestigious honor by finishing the season with 45 goals in 11 games.

She spoke about her achievement after playing in the Class 3A state quarterfinals on May 5 in Flowery Branch.

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.

Open Mic Night

8-11 p.m. — Blackstrap Rock Hall — Sign up online — Showcase your talent with live music performances from bands and solo acts.

Summer Tennis Camp: Week 3

9 AM – 3 PM — Brenau Tennis Courts — T-shirt included — A comprehensive tennis camp for kids ages 6-17 to develop their skills through drills and match play.

Bob Ross Painting Workshop

2-4 p.m. — Hall County Library Blackshear Place — $9.74 — Experience the joy of painting with a Bob Ross tutorial.

Guardians Of The Jukebox

7:30-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience a vibrant tribute to the sounds of the 80s.