Good morning, Gainesville.

The City of Gainesville will host Movies at the Midland on Oct.14 at the Midland Greenway where Film Ready Gainesville will show Hotel Transylvania at 5 p.m. and Blended, filmed locally, at 7 p.m. — the free event offers food vendors and COOLbus rides from the Main Street Parking Deck with limited on-site parking available.

Gas prices in Gainesville went up a little as the local price rose one penny to $2.86 since last Monday—AAA reported the state average increased to $2.89 while the national average dropped two cents to $3.15.

Hall County School District announced an average SAT score of 1043 in 2025—this exceeds the state average of 1029 and the national average of 996, and 767 seniors took the test.

Residents must register by today to vote in the November 4 election — Monday is the last day to sign up.

Melinda Adams, an 82-year-old resident of PruittHealth–Limestone, was honored at the UGA Homecoming game Saturday when she received the game ball in recognition of her lifelong connection to UGA football—she said the tribute honored her late father who worked for the university.

NGHS is piloting an AI system that lets doctors spend more time with patients and less time on screens — over 480 doctors have been trained in this nearly month-long program.

The new tool aims to ease workloads and improve patient care while helping attract skilled clinicians.

Northeast Georgia Health System has adopted an AI solution that lets nearly 480 clinicians spend more time with patients by automatically generating draft notes in Epic's system + the new tool is expected to ease staff workload and improve care.

Grading has begun on the site along McEver Road near Lake Lanier where 229 age-restricted, single-family lots are planned on a 121-acre tract—this follows a reduction from an earlier plan for over 500 homes approved by the city council on Feb.

6. Matt Tate from Gainesville Community and Economic Development confirmed the permits were approved earlier this year.

Micky and The Motorcars Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt tunes from the Braun brothers, steeped in family musical tradition.

The Classic Rock Experience

7:30-10:00 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Cost info not provided — Experience a live theatrical production showcasing the greatest classic rock anthems of the 70s inspired by legends like Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd.

Tracy Lawrence Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Tickets available — Enjoy the iconic sounds of Tracy Lawrence with hits like 'Paint Me A Birmingham' and 'Time Marches On'.

Charles Esten Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of loose, rough-cut country music from global entertainer Charles Esten.

Iam Tongi Live Concert

7-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience Iam Tongi's soulful voice in an unforgettable live performance.

2025 Gainesville Chicken Festival

11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Lake Lanier Olympic Park — Admission details not specified — Experience Georgia's Official Chicken Cook-Off with BBQ teams, live music, and fun for kids.

EAA Chapter 611 Fall Fly-In

9 AM – 3 PM — Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport — $5 entry, kids 10 and under free — Experience up-close airplane encounters, a pancake breakfast, and more at this family-friendly event.

Flat Creek Baptist Church Trunk or Treat

6-8 p.m. — Flat Creek Community Center — Free entry — Enjoy popcorn, candy, and a pumpkin carving contest at this festive event for all ages.

Drake Milligan Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check local listings — Experience the authentic country sound of rising star Drake Milligan.

SkynFolks - Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute

7:30-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — $15+ — Experience the authentic sounds of Lynyrd Skynyrd performed live by tribute band SkynFolks.