Good morning, Gainesville.

Local couple Kaye and Bill Trivette (with nearly 2,800 volunteer hours) were named Volunteer of the Year at the NGHS Auxiliary's 75th anniversary Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon.

Their work includes roles in the NICU and shuttle service.

In Gainesville, diesel prices jumped 69 cents per gallon over the past two weeks, putting pressure on school transportation budgets—school officials are now reviewing fuel cost impacts after a Hall County bus was filled on Sept.

18.

Indexed deed images from January 1, 1983 to present are now available online through the Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority, the Hall County Clerk of Superior Court said today.

Clerk Mark Petit said more records will be added soon (making it easier for residents and researchers to access local history).

Residents and caregivers are urged to fill out the encrypted Logan’s Law registry (hallcounty.org) to share details about conditions that may change how first responders handle emergencies.

The registry, established under Georgia House Bill 631, helps Hall County first responders adjust their approach during calls.

Public comments are now open on a U.S. Army Corps proposal to dredge the lower ACF river system (which could extend the commercial navigation season from five to nine months).

Despite their youth in the county's oldest football rivalry, East Hall and North Hall showed promise as North Hall's Cole Cable competed against Winder-Barrow on Aug.

28 in Gainesville — both teams appear to be turning the corner.

East Hall beat Gainesville in a softball game today, marking a win in the local sports matchup.

Gainesville high school baseball standout Asher Stephens committed to college ball after earning Second-Team All-County honors in 2026, with a key hit on April 1 at Ivey-Watson Field marking his talent.

Gainesville high school senior Beckett Brown made his college commitment after starring in the Class 5A playoffs on May 1 at Ivey-Watson Field.

The 14-year-old earned First-Team All-County honors and looks to boost his baseball career.

Gainesville high school flag football team split its games by beating Berkmar at City Park Stadium on Sept.

23 with Damaria Colburn recording four touchdowns + losing to Hebron Christian.