McEver Road intersections closer to getting upgrade

Construction could begin this summer or fall at two major intersections on McEver Road in South Hall County.

Collins talks issues with residents

Life at the U.S. Capitol is crazy, said U.S. Rep. Doug Collins, R-Gainesville, on Monday in his first live town hall meeting.

Corps to increase releases Wednesday

Today's the last day of reduced water releases from Lake Lanier, barring a last-minute move from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile District.

120 students awarded by the Department of Labor

Local high school students received awards for developing the soft skills that can help them in real-world workplaces.

Gainesville’s Morris wins state STAR student award

Gainesville High School's William Morris was named Georgia's STAR student on Monday night in Atlanta.

Aguilar testifies in child rape trial

A Gainesville man charged with rape and aggravated child molestation testified Monday in court.

DOT needs to hear formally from Hall County, Gainesville on Red Rabbit

Georgia Department of Transportation officials said they need direction from Hall County and the city of Gainesville because time is running out.

The Local Agenda: Gainesville council to hold called meeting Thursday

The Gainesville City Council is scheduled to hold a called public meeting at 9 a.m. Thursday morning before its work session.

Students arrested after BB gun discharged at Johnson

Two Johnson High School seniors were arrested Monday after authorities say one of them brought a BB gun to school and another student was accidentally shot in the back of the head.

Gainesville man arraigned in child porn case

A Gainesville man was arraigned Monday in federal court on charges he produced, distributed and received child pornography.

Dog recovering from gunshot wound

Macey, a 4-year-old black Labrador retriever, is a recent victim of a hunting-related shooting.

'A Good Hair Day' wig drive continues across metro Gainesville

For a woman who has lost her hair during cancer treatments, every day is a bad hair day. But The Cancer Center at Northeast Georgia Medical Center and The American Cancer Society are hoping to make women's days a little better by sponsoring the fourth annual "A Good Hair Day" wig drive. The wig drive will continue through May 31. The medical center will be collecting donations of "preloved" and new wigs, wig stands and ...

Eyes on the Road: Georgia targets Welcome Centers for renovation

The state is planning to renovate Georgia's Welcome Centers, including one south of Lavonia off Interstate 85 in Northeast Georgia.

Bank Bus rolling into Gainesville

The Gainesville Housing Authority hopes its Bank Bus event on Thursday will help residents with their budgets, financial literacy and computer use.

Hall County Sheriff’s office administering GED tests at jail

Increased integration of technology at the Hall County Jail is continuing to make processes more streamlined for inmates and officials.

Standoff suspect makes first appearance in court

A Gainesville man charged with terroristic threats, criminal damage to property and reckless conduct had his first appearance before a Hall County magistrate judge on Wednesday.

State to privatize its lodge parks by July 1

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is moving to privatize lodge parks in the state, as part of fulfilling a state mandate to become, among other things, more self-sufficient.

Red Rabbit to continue operating

The saga of the Red Rabbit fixed-route bus service ended Wednesday with the Hall County Board of Commissioners approving an agreement with Gainesville, but it didn't end quietly.

Army Rangers in training perform safety exercises on Lake Lanier

About 100 Rangers in training from Camp Frank D. Merrill in Dahlonega parachuted into Lake Lanier at War Hill Park in Dawsonville on Wednesday.

Residents speak out against city’s at-large voting system during council meeting

Two Gainesville residents spoke against the city's at-large voting system at Tuesday's City Council meeting.

City holds first transportation public meeting

Upon moving to Gainesville in February, Tricia Terrell soon discovered that in-town travel - at least by foot or bicycle - was more than a little tricky.

Lumpkin County Superintendent: Prayer encouraged as long as it doesn’t disrupt class

A week after a student-led prayer resulted in more than 50 Lumpkin County High School students skipping classes, the system's superintendent said no action will be taken other than working to educate teachers and students about the law pertaining to prayer in school.

Dawson County chief tax assessor facing drug charges

Dawson County's chief tax appraiser was arrested at his office Tuesday afternoon on misdemeanor drug charges.

Shred Away Cancer event set for today

The Times and Document Destruction Services Inc. are teaming up for a document shredding event today to benefit Relay for Life.

Ridgewood, Green Street intersection to close today

Ridgewood Avenue will be closed at its intersection with Green Street from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today.

Aguilar sentenced to 25 years in prison

A Gainesville man was sentenced Wednesday in Hall County Superior Court to 25 years in prison by Judge Andrew Fuller.

Ridgewood, Green Street intersection will be closed Thursday

Ridgewood Avenue will be closed at its intersection with Green Street from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today.

Dawson County tax official arrested on drug charges

Braselton hospital on pace to open in spring 2015

FLOWERY BRANCH - The beam from Anthony Williamson's laser pointer danced across a map of the planned Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton and the area beyond.

Class Notes: Focus group meeting to help find Dyer’s replacement

A focus group composed mostly of community members met Tuesday to talk about what the Gainesville school system should look for in its next superintendent.