Good morning, Gainesville.

Hall GOP is hosting a Patriotic Picnic on Saturday, July 25 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at New Holland Parlor, where Dr. Douglas Young will share a talk on America’s 250-year history and guests will enjoy a BBQ lunch with pulled pork, cole slaw, potato salad, baked beans and dessert.

King’s Hawaiian Soft Pretzel Bites from the Oakwood South Industrial Park plant were named among the best in the 2025 New Product Pacesetters research list by Circana, LLC & the company added a production line last August to produce additional flavors.

Helen will soon get a weather warning system funded by FEMA using $141,000 — a project with 75% federal cost share — similar to Hall County's system built after a 1998 tornado.

A World Cup watch party for the Mexico-England Round of 16 game will take place today at 7:30 p.m. at Midland Greenway’s amphitheater in Gainesville — organizers confirmed the event remains scheduled despite a Friday incident that left one dead and one injured.

Syfan Supports 5K and Fun Run

5-9 p.m. — Midland Greenway — Registration fees apply — Enjoy a community 5K with options for runners of all ages and abilities.

Eggy Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Smithgall Arts Center — Price TBA — Experience the modern jam band vibe with rich songwriting and improvisation from the Connecticut-based quartet.

Summer Clay Camp

Mon-Fri, Jul 20-24 — Quinlan Visual Arts Center — Pricing available upon inquiry — A creative space for all skill levels to explore working with clay.

Tracy Byrd Live Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check venue for ticket prices — Don’t miss Tracy Byrd live—classic hits, incredible voice, and unforgettable country energy await.

Back in Time - Tribute Concert

8-10 p.m. — Smithgall Arts Center — $25 individual, $35 table of eight — Enjoy classic hits spanning the '50s to '80s performed by North Georgia’s premier horn and show band.