Good morning, Gainesville.

A man's partially decomposed body was found in a car at a shopping strip on Browns Bridge Road on July 20, according to authorities.

Police in Forsyth County are investigating the death of a 64-year-old man found at a private dock on Lake Lanier on Sunday afternoon and said his death is the fourth incident linked to the lake this year as they work to confirm if he drowned.

The Southern Gospel trio Greater Vision will perform at 4:00 p.m. on Aug.2 at the Ramsey Conference Center in Gainesville.

They will headline the 27th annual St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital singing — Tribute Quartet, Resurrection Quartet and Eastern Bound will join the show.

Gainesville City and Hall County School systems have set open house dates and times for the 2025-26 school year.

Families should stay tuned for more details — check local school announcements for updates.

Today in Community Focus, Mike Wofford interviewed Hall County Transportation director Clay Hobbs about increased school bus traffic and the need for stronger bus safety measures as local schools prepare to reopen in a few weeks—providing key insights for local commuters.

Georgia Reps. Andrew Clyde and Rich McCormick introduced the Lanier Parks Local Access Act to let local governments use fees collected at Lake Lanier and other USACE projects for any park upgrades—helping keep more recreation sites open and safe.

The Red Elephants are reworking their offense after a disappointing playoff exit last year—coach Josh Niblett said the team must replace a key running back and wide receiver even as dynamic quarterback Kharim Hughley returns.

Promising running backs Nigel Newkirk and PJ Lewis have shown potential in summer practice, and the team hopes to bounce back this fall.

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.

Greater Vision Gospel Concert

4-10 p.m. — Ramsey Conference Center — Benefiting Saint Jude's Children's Hospital — Enjoy an evening of uplifting gospel music with the award-winning trio, Greater Vision.

Hank Williams Jr. Tribute Show

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Tickets available — Experience the ultimate tribute to Hank Williams Jr. with an energetic performance that captures the spirit of Bocephus.

GlowBand Tribute Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Tickets available — Enjoy a tribute to the Eagles with classic hits from the 70s to the 90s.