Good morning, Gainesville.

A fire on Monday afternoon displaced three people in a home on the 6300 block of Spring Cove Drive in Flowery Branch — the Red Cross is aiding those left homeless while officials investigate the cause.

Ellie Hayes, a lifelong Oakwood resident, opened Bungalow Coffee House on Monday, Aug.

3. The shop offers locals a cozy alternative after chain coffee shops moved in.

Deborah Keith Mack plans to establish the Tia Vidon Keith Memorial Cosmetology Scholarship at Lanier Technical College (in 2027) to honor Tia’s legacy after she was gunned down, with a Celebration of Life held Saturday at St. John Baptist Church.

After 20 districts resumed classes on Monday, 11 more districts including Gainesville City return to class today.

Pickens County operates on a staggered schedule (Tuesday and Wednesday) as families adjust to the new routine.

The Hall County School District warned that drivers passing stopped school buses will face a $1,000 fine when schools reopen on Friday (motorists have eight weeks to adjust to the rule) and law enforcement will enforce the stop-arm law to protect student safety.

Local high school football preseason in Hall County had West Hall practice on July 27 (in Oakwood) and two games with local teams are scheduled later this week.

On Monday, Aug. 3, Flowery Branch's Lady Falcons were edged by Hebron Christian's Lady Lions in their season opener — Lindsey Heck pitched a standout game despite the loss.

Former Johnson High graduate (two-time state champion) Jorge Sandoval has signed to continue his soccer career at UConn and will join the team for the upcoming season.

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.