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Update: High wind watch issued for Hall County as Isaias makes landfall tonightHeavy rain and strong winds from Hurricane Isaias are expected to reach Hall County early Saturday, according to the National Weather Service.October 9, 2026 -
Update: How Hall County commissioners voted on $26M plan for 2 McEver Road roundabouts, pedestrian bridge near UNGHall County is considering two transportation projects that could cost more than $26 million combined — two roundabouts on McEver Road and a pedestrian bridge near the University of North Georgia’s Gainesville campus.October 8, 2026 -
Hall County Schools approves $300K for new library booksThe Hall County school board voted 3-0 to spend $308,000 on new library books for students across 32 schools.October 7, 2026 -
Gainesville City Schools considers attendance zone changes affecting about 100 studentsThe Gainesville school board is considering changing attendance zones for three elementary schools as the district tries to ease overcrowding at Gainesville Exploration Academy and boost enrollment at New Holland Leadership Academy.October 7, 2026 -
Here’s the latest on Gainesville High’s $7.7M Ivey-Watson Field overhaulThe $7.7 million renovation of Gainesville High School’s Ivey-Watson Field is taking shape, with construction now expected to wrap up sometime between mid-January and early February.October 6, 2026 -
Gainesville City Schools considers tuition increase for non-resident students. Here are the details.Gainesville City Schools is considering raising its base tuition for non-resident students.October 6, 2026 -
A new $40 million hotel could be coming to downtown Gainesville. Here are the details.Downtown Gainesville could be one step closer to getting a Tempo by Hilton hotel.October 2, 2026 -
$1 million lottery ticket sold in Flowery BranchA Georgia Lottery player won $1 million on a scratch-off ticket purchased at a gas station in Flowery Branch.October 2, 2026 -
Haunted Lake Lanier tour expands for October with focus on history, folkloreLanier Boat Charter is expanding its Haunted Lake Lanier Experience this October, adding more tour dates and a greater focus on the history and folklore surrounding the lake.October 1, 2026 -
These schools received donations from the Ivester Foundation for new learning commonsHall County Schools received another $100,000 donation from the Melvin Douglas and Victoria Kay Ivester Foundation for additions to learning commons at four schools, according to a press release.September 30, 2026