Good morning, Gainesville.

The University of North Georgia opened a new facility for its Corps of Cadets today, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by President Michael P.

Shannon. The building, named in honor of the Wynne-Mathews family and funded with $8.3 million in state funds (plus $5 million in private donations), will support cadet training this fall.

Thousands of Gainesville City Schools students returned to class Tuesday, Aug.

4 (marking the end of summer break) as teachers and parents welcomed them back.

The Hall County Extension Office is accepting applications for the 2027 Master Gardener Extension Volunteer trainee class in January.

Interested gardeners+local residents are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Students and families in Hall County received 100 refurbished laptops distributed by AT&T and United Way on Monday, Aug.

3 to prepare for the new school year.

After torrential rains flooded McCaysville three days ago, Fannin County EMA said water conservation will be needed for about two to three weeks while repairs complete the water system.

A Gainesville couple found debris at their Nottley River cabin after the recent rains.

U.S. News and World Report ranked Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville as one of the top hospitals in the state — it tied for tenth place with Piedmont Fayette and Piedmont Athens.

Gardeners are advised that proper hydrangea pruning depends on the variety (some need early trimming while others benefit from delayed cuts).

The column offers clear guidance to help local readers care for their gardens.

Gainesville's Building Inspection Department reported that in July commercial building permits totaled 65 for $9.5 million in work + residential permits numbered 76 for $10.5 million, including twenty for new single-family homes.

Four Gainesville high school football players from the Red Elephants were named Preseason All-State in Class 6A by the AJC, with two players on offense + two on defense recognized for their skills.

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.