With both Gainesville and Hall County schools starting fall classes last week, several businesses and organizations in the community wanted to ensure students have all they need for the year. Lakeshore Mall in Gainesville buzzed with the activity of excited children and busy parents — busy even for a Saturday afternoon. The mall’s Kids Club hosted its first “Bat to School” event Saturday, which gave away backpacks and school supplies and included a visit from Batman and Wonder Woman.
Businesses, organizations unite for back-to-school initiatives