Good morning, Gainesville.

Georgia Appleseed is hosting two community meetings in Gainesville next week: the Georgia Healthy Housing Coalition will discuss housing stability on Wednesday, July 29, and the Georgia Education Climate Coalition will address back-to-school efforts on Thursday, July 30 at the Hall County School District.

Nearly 35,000 public school students in the area are set to start the new school year next week, with first days from July 30 to Aug.

7 (Tuesday, Aug. 4 for local schools). Districts have completed major renovations that include new labs, updated HVAC units, and additional classroom buildings.

Severe storms Friday caused washed-out roads and falling trees in Hall County (including a road closure at Falcon Crest Drive in Flowery Branch and damage in Oakwood) as crews worked to clear affected areas while residents experienced power outages.

Hall County officials said on Friday, July 24 that the one-way, one-lane traffic pattern on White Sulphur Road in northeast Hall County was extended to improve traffic flow.

Drivers may notice the change in coming days.

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.

The Brook and The Bluff Concert

8-10 p.m. — Smithgall Arts Center — $35 individual, $40 table of eight — Experience the captivating sounds of The Brook & The Bluff as they promote their new album.