Good morning, Gainesville.

The renovated northern section of Longwood Park reopened recently with a new Dogwood Pavilion, restroom, kitchen, playground, relocated kayak shack, repaired pedestrian bridge and ADA parking (total project cost nearly $3.5 million).

Additional lighting will be added over the coming years.

After heavy rain on Friday, a collapsed lane on Falcon Crest Drive stranded about 50 residents, but crews plan to restore limited access by 3 p.m. Sunday as they rebuild the road with a new culvert (using storm drains and a rebuilt roadbed).

Huntington Bancshares acquired Cadence Bank's Gainesville branch at 500 Jesse Jewell Parkway.

The Columbus-based company, valued at 284 billion, operates over 1,400 branches in 21 states.

Gas prices in Gainesville rose by 16 cents in the past week, with the current average at $3.93 per gallon and state and national averages ticking upward.

Niche.com released its 2026 ranking yesterday that placed four Hall County private high schools among Atlanta's best.

The list names Genisis, Lakeview, Lanier Christian, and Riverside Prep (selected for strong academics).

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.