Good morning, Gainesville.

Seven free holiday light shows will brighten Northeast Georgia during the holidays and offer families festive views in neighborhoods and downtown areas.

In Gainesville, Wilshire Wonderland of Lights will start at Wilshire Trails on November 27—providing a local tradition for residents to enjoy.

Charles Hosch, 67, a Gainesville native, went missing on Nov.

11 after hiking on the Byron Herbert Reece Trailhead near the Lumpkin-Union county line and was last seen around 1:30 p.m.—police, volunteers, and his family are searching for any sign of him. His daughter Julia said he was an experienced hiker familiar with the trail and urged anyone with information to contact the Sheriff's Office at 706-439-6091.

Gainesville residents along Gaines Ferry Road will be without water as city crews work to move a major water main for the new roundabout project.

The outage will start at 11 p.m. Friday, Nov.21 and end at 6 a.m. Saturday, Nov.22 while affecting about 625 meters and prompting residents to protect water-dependent equipment.

A Flowery Branch plan for 116 townhomes that was denied in June is being reworked as a proposal for 90 single-family homes on Hog Mountain Road—officials are set to review the new plan soon.

Parker Carlton, a senior at North Hall (5-foot-10, 197-pound), recorded 189 all-purpose yards in a 62-26 win over Mt. Zion-Jonesboro and earned Offensive Player of the Week honors.

Gainesville's senior Darryn Williams made eight tackles—including two for loss and two pick-sixes—in the Red Elephants’ 48—3 win over Dunwoody at City Park Stadium; his strong play earned him Defensive Player of the Week.

North Hall girls repeated as Class 3A state champions in cross country in 2025 after winning at the North Hall Invitational on Sept.

4—adding another chapter to their strong season in Gainesville.

On Tuesday, the Cherokee Bluff girls won a resounding game over Central Gwinnett + Bears boys along with Flowery Branch and Lakeview Academy boys and Lanier Christian girls also claimed wins in Hall County basketball action.

North Hall’s Gunner Spain scored 30 points to lead his basketball team to a 60-59 win over East Hall on November 18th in Gainesville — his clutch plays helped secure a narrow victory in a close contest.

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.