Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of November.
Good morning, Gainesville.
🏘️ Community
A prayer vigil was held Friday night at SMU Dedman School of Law for Gainesville native Charles Hosch—a 67-year-old Texas lawyer and SMU law professor missing since Tuesday when he left town for a solo hike in Union County—with sponsorship by the Christian Legal Society as his law partner Kate Morris posted updates on the search.
Gainesville-based non-profit Hope for Hall completed its third inclusive playground — built with the Hall County School District at Lyman Hall Elementary School — to help children with disabilities.
The playground features accessible soccer field equipment, sensory and musical components, and education panels that highlight local contributions, and the organization will soon begin fundraising for a new playground at Spouts Springs Elementary School in Flowery Branch.
Local organizations are fighting hunger during the holidays—Free Chapel Gainesville will offer 40 lb. boxes of fresh chicken on November 20 at 4 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis to support families in need.
The Gainesville-based North Georgia Community Foundation awarded $200,000 in grants yesterday to four local non-profit organizations (Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier received $75,000, Catalyst Christian Learning Center received $30,000, Cleveland Care Center, Inc. received $55,000, and J’s Place Recovery Center received $40,000) to support their community programs.
🎭 Culture
Former Hall County students and married filmmakers McKinley and Mackenzie Benson launched their Oscar-qualified animated film Two Ships — the film meets AMPAS standards and marks their journey from local classrooms to a global stage.
🏛️ Government
The University of North Georgia received a $20,085 grant from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to join the Georgia Young Adult Program aimed at reducing crashes among young drivers.
The program will present educational events including DUI simulators, alcohol awareness and drink cup covers during Weeks of Welcome + Spirit Nights at the Dahlonega and Gainesville campuses.
🎉 Gainesville Events
Submit an event →
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.
The Carole King & James Taylor Story - Tribute Show
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — $ — Experience the musical journey of two legends through a critically acclaimed tribute show.
That Arena Rock Show
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Cost varies — Experience high-energy classic rock anthems from the 70s and 80s performed live.
Turkey Trot 5K/10K/Half Marathon
7:45-11:45 a.m. — Riverside Track — Registration fee applies — A fun-filled Thanksgiving morning run for all fitness levels.
Christmas on Green Street 2025
3-7 p.m. — Gainesville Civic Center — Free entry — Celebrate the holidays with a festive parade featuring antique cars, floats, and live music.
Wheel of Fortune Live
7-10 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check event page for pricing — Experience America's Game® with Wheel of Fortune LIVE! in your hometown.
USPA Tested and Open Winter Classic 2
11 a.m. – 8 p.m. — The Beast Sports Center, LLC — No refunds — Experience thrilling powerlifting competition with categories for all skill levels.
🏠 Gainesville Real Estate
Submit a listing →
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
💼 Gainesville Job Board
Submit a job →
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
📣 Gainesville Announcements
Submit an announcement →
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Gainesville.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.