Good morning, Gainesville.

On July 4th, two boaters saw a boat catch fire on Lake Lanier as a towboat was nearby and fire crews pushed the burning vessel to the lake’s center—officials later confirmed that seven people on board got burns and went to the hospital.

On July 2 at 9:25 p.m., a GSP-Gainesville trooper responded to a crash on SR 11—south of Shope Rd in Hall County—where a deer entered the road and struck a 2001 Harley Davidson Road King ridden by Craig Ray Adkins, who was taken to a local hospital for treatment of serious injuries while one lane remained closed for about 45 minutes.

Five people were injured when a boat exploded on the south end of Lake Lanier early Friday evening — four were taken to Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta and one went to Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, with all in stable condition.

GDOT awarded a $125,419 contract to TRP Construction Group — an expert in roadway safety—to add rumble strips and upgrade pavement markings on a 7.59-mile stretch of Old Cornelia Highway from State Route 52 to East Main Street in Hall County.

Construction will begin soon and is scheduled to complete by April 30, weather permitting.

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.

David Nail Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of David Nail live in concert.

DIY Tote Bag Painting Workshop

6-7:30 p.m. — Hall County Library Blackshear Place — $9.74 — Unleash your creativity with a fun evening of tote bag painting.

Canyonland | The Legends of 70's California Rock

7:30-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — $— Experience an enchanting evening of 70's California Country Rock featuring Michelle Malone and Canyonland.

Elvis Tribute Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticketed event — Experience the electrifying sounds and legendary presence of Elvis Presley in an unforgettable tribute show.

Georgia Peach Women's Sprint Triathlon

7:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Lake Lanier Olympic Park — Registration fees apply — Compete in sprint or relay events amidst Georgia's scenic beauty.

The Georgia Thunderbolts Concert

8 PM – 2 AM — Smithgall Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy high-energy performances from the acclaimed band with their latest album.

First Friday Concert Series: Mary Kate Farmer

7-10 p.m. — Gainesville Square — Free entry — Enjoy the captivating sounds of two-time Georgia Country Female Artist of the Year, Mary Kate Farmer.