Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.
Good morning, Gainesville.
📰 Economy
In Gainesville, this week’s average price for a gallon of gas is $2.78, down from $2.83 a week ago—driven by falling crude oil prices and lower demand.
The statewide average also declined to $2.81 from $2.87 over the same period.
🎓 Education
Four Gainesville residents—Phil Bonelli, Adriana Collins, Arthur McPhaul and Mark Pettitt—were chosen for Leadership Georgia Class of 2026, a program that selects 63 emerging leaders from hundreds of applicants to shape the state's future.
Jaemy Quito-Cruz was named Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier's 2025 Youth of the Year at a Gainesville celebration and will now compete for regional, state and national honors.
🏛️ Government
County commissioners will discuss a proposed data center in South Hall on Thursday as community groups express concerns about the project.
Indivisible Hall will hold an informational meeting tomorrow at 7:00 pm at the civic center—Robert Jones, a former Public Service Commission candidate, will speak on data centers and their environmental impact.
🏥 Health
Newsweek and Statista recently released their 2026 rankings of the nation’s top 1,200 nursing homes and two Gainesville facilities—New Horizons and The Oaks—were recognized among the best.
The rankings now include vaccination rates and increased weight on clinical quality to highlight safety and resident care.
🏈 Sports
The AP college football poll shows Georgia Tech is now ranked #7 and UGA has moved up to #5 for the season.
Local fans can look forward to following the changes as the rankings were updated today.
🎉 Gainesville Events
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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.
Bob Ross Paint Party
2-4 p.m. — Hall County Library Blackshear Place — Free participation — Create your own Bob Ross landscape painting in a relaxed, guided setting.
Dueling Pianos Friendsgiving Celebration
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — $20 — Enjoy a night of high-energy music and festive fun with the Andrews Brothers' dueling pianos show.
Rodney Atkins Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening filled with heartfelt country music and stories from Rodney Atkins.
Ryan Montgomery Concert
6:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of country music with rising star Ryan Montgomery.
PiCATso Paint Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hall County Library Downtown — $10 supply fee — Unleash your creativity with a cat-themed paint workshop in celebration of National Cat week.
Watercolor Workshop with Vicki Paulus
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Hall County Library North Hall Technology Center — $2.94 — Unleash your creativity at this engaging watercolor workshop.
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