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Gainesville F.D. issues temporary burn ban within city limits

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Oct. 3, 2023) – While the state of Georgia weathers somewhat of a dry spell, the Gainesville Fire Department (GFD) is requesting the public hold off on burning leaves, tree limbs and other debris until the weekend.

According to ...

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Elevate Performing Arts Center

Editor's Note: This article is part of a new online series launched in July 2023 by the City of Gainesville intended to highlight and promote must-try businesses in the area of the historic square in downtown Gainesville, Georgia. As the communit...

CALLING ALL COOK TEAMS: Gainesville Chicken Festival is Oct. 21

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Sept. 27, 2023) – The City of Gainesville continues to accept cook team applications for the 2023 Gainesville Chicken Festival – but not for long.

The chicken festival, Georgia's Official Chicken Cook-Off, is ...

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Downtown Sports Cards

Editor's Note: This article is part of a new online series launched in July 2023 by the City of Gainesville intended to highlight and promote must-try businesses in the area of the historic square in downtown Gainesville, Georgia. As the communit...

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Meadowlark Coffee

Editor's Note: This article is part of a new online series launched in July 2023 by the City of Gainesville intended to highlight and promote must-try businesses in the area of the historic square in downtown Gainesville, Georgia. As the communit...

M.L.K. Jr. Blvd. to partially close Sun., Sept. 10-Tues., Sept. 12

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Sept. 9, 2023) – Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard between Fair Street and Downey Boulevard will close to thru traffic starting Sunday, Sept. 10-Tuesday, Sept. 12.

The closure, which will enable the Gainesville Department of Wate...

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Acuna’s Cake Shoppe

Editor's Note: This article is part of a new online series launched in July 2023 by the City of Gainesville intended to highlight and promote must-try businesses in the area of the historic square in downtown Gainesville, Georgia. As the communit...

Council approves purchase from CSX Transportation Inc. to extend Midland Greenway

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Sept. 5, 2023) – The City of Gainesville is steps closer to realizing a dream that, upon completion, will extend the Midland Greenway and improve connectivity in Ward 3.

At its latest regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 5, the Gaines...

Gainesville issues notice of municipal election cancellation

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Sept. 1, 2023) – As qualified candidates for both the Gainesville City Council and Gainesville City Board of Education face no opposition, the City of Gainesville confirms the November 2023 municipal election has been canceled....

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Established Design Co.

Editor's Note: This article is part of a new online series launched in July 2023 by the City of Gainesville intended to highlight and promote must-try businesses in the area of the historic square in downtown Gainesville, Georgia. As the communit...

City of Gainesville to host FREE car seat safety check Sept. 22

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Sept. 2, 2023) – Data shows three out of four car seats are improperly installed. Do you know if your car seat is installed correctly? Join our event to get yours checked by a certified car seat technician!

In recognition of Chi...

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Purchase Effect

Editor's Note: This article is part of a new online series launched in July 2023 by the City of Gainesville intended to highlight and promote must-try businesses in the area of the historic square in downtown Gainesville, Georgia. As the communit...

2023 First Friday Concert Series wraps up Sept. 1

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Aug. 28, 2023) – With the City of Gainesville's 2023 First Friday Concert Series coming to an end, concert-goers have just one more opportunity to get down in downtown Gainesville with the final performance slated for ...

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Boarding Pass Coffee

Editor's Note: This article is part of a new online series launched in July 2023 by the City of Gainesville intended to highlight and promote must-try businesses in the area of the historic square in downtown Gainesville, Georgia. As the communit...

Gainesville offices closed Labor Day: Monday, Sept. 4

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Aug. 21, 2023) – The City of Gainesville will observe Labor Day Monday, Sept. 4, resulting in unavailability of the following facilities and services:

All administrative offices, including those at the:

• Gainesville Administration...

Food Truck Friday finale set Aug. 18 at Lake Lanier Olympic Park

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Aug. 15, 2023) – The City of Gainesville serves up its final course of Food Truck Friday this week at Lake Lanier Olympic Park (LLOP).

Food Truck Friday, which kicked off in April, gets underway at 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 18, offering attende...

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Kilwins Gainesville

Editor's Note: This article is part of a new online series launched in July 2023 by the City of Gainesville intended to highlight and promote must-try businesses in the area of the historic square in downtown Gainesville, Georgia. As the communit...

El aumento de la tarifa nocturna de WeGo entrará en vigencia el 1 de Septiembre

GAINESVILLE, Georgia (28 de Julio de 2023): A partir del Viernes 1 de Septiembre, el costo de los viajes de WeGo realizados después de las 6:30 p.m. aumentarán de $2 a $4 por las primeras 5 millas.

WeGo ofrece servicio de vanpool a pedido para residentes y...

Partial Dixon Drive closure set 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. daily starting Aug. 7

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Aug. 3, 2023) – To help expedite the replacement of old water and sewer mains, Dixon Drive between Wessell Road and Bradford Street will have a daytime closure to non-residents starting Monday, Aug. 7.

The closure, considered phase No. 1 ...

2023 First Friday Concert Series continues Aug. 4

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Aug. 1, 2023) – With the City of Gainesville's 2023 First Friday Concert Series drawing to a close, concert-goers have just two more chances to get down in downtown Gainesville with the latest shindig set for this week...

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Gypsy Threads Boutique

Editor's Note: This article is part of a new online series launched in July 2023 by the City of Gainesville intended to highlight and promote must-try businesses in the area of the historic square in downtown Gainesville, Georgia. As the communit...

Intersection at Glenwood, Memorial drives and Prior Street now closed

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (July 31, 2023) – To move forward with existing construction in the area, the intersection of Glenwood and Memorial drives, plus Prior Street, will be closed Monday, July 31-Wednesday, Aug. 2.

Those navigating the area are urged to drive c...

WeGo evening fare increase to take effect Sept. 1

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (July 28, 2023) – Starting Friday, Sept. 1, the cost of WeGo rides taken after 6:30 p.m. will increase from $2 to $4 for the first 5 miles.

WeGo provides on-demand vanpool service to residents and visitors seeking rides to and from destina...

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Gainesville Visitor Center

Editor's Note: This article is part of a new online series launched in July 2023 by the City of Gainesville intended to highlight and promote must-try businesses in the area of the historic square in downtown Gainesville, Georgia. As the communit...

REMINDER: Cleveland Hwy. from Clarks Bridge to Limestone remains shut down

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (July 24, 2023) – Cleveland Highway (state Route 11) between Clarks Bridge Road and Limestone Parkway remains closed to through traffic 24 hours a day, seven days a week for at least the next week.

The road closure, which took ef...

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Sweet Magnolias Café & Bakery

Editor's Note: This article is part of a new online series launched in July 2023 by the City of Gainesville intended to highlight and promote must-try businesses in the area of the historic square in downtown Gainesville, Georgia. As the communit...

Cleveland Hwy. from Clarks Bridge to Limestone shut down for 1-2 weeks

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (July 18, 2023) – Starting Tuesday, July 18, Cleveland Highway (state Route 11) between Clarks Bridge Road and Limestone Parkway will be closed to through traffic 24 hours a day, seven days a week for the next one to two weeks.

The road cl...

Dixon, Holly drives to reduce to single lane Monday, July 17

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (July 14, 2023) – Portions of Dixon and Holly drives will reduce to one lane next week when the Gainesville Department of Water Resources starts replacing old water and sewer mains.

Construction is slated to begin Monday, July 17, continui...

Beach Bash 2023 a ‘shore thing’ for July 14 at Lake Lanier

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (July 11, 2023) – Gainesville may be hundreds of miles from the ocean, but the City is gearing up to ride the wave that is Beach Bash 2023.

Beach Bash is slated for 5-10 p.m. Friday, July 14, on the shores of Lake Sidney Lanier at Lake Lan...

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Rahab's Rope business spotlight

Editor's Note: This article is part of a new online series launched in July 2023 by the City of Gainesville intended to highlight and promote must-try businesses in the area of the historic square in downtown Gainesville, Georgia. As the communit...

Chattahoochee Golf Course closed July 5-6 for aeration

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 29, 2023) – To allow for aeration of the greens, the course and putting greens at Chattahoochee Golf Club (CGC) will close to the public Wednesday, July 5-Thursday, July 6.

The range, pro shop and Chattahoochee Grill will r...

2023 First Friday Concert Series continues July 7

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 28, 2023) – Keeping the Independence Day energy going, the City of Gainesville's First Friday Concert Series returns July 7 featuring a performance by Backyard Loveseat.

The southeast Georgia-based band describes i...

Gainesville seeks input on proposed WeGo fare increase

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 28, 2023) – The City of Gainesville will soon host the second of two public hearings planned to collect feedback on a proposed fare increase for WeGo, the City's public transit service operated by Hall Area Transi...

Chattahoochee Golf Club open, but without power for now

UPDATE (2:55 p.m. June 26) | Power and telecommunication services have been restored at Chattahoochee Golf Club.

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 26, 2023) – The Chattahoochee Golf Club (CGC) is without power after severe thunderstorms swept through the re...

Runway 5-23 Rehabilitation Project completed 11 days early

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 15, 2023) – Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport’s Runway 5-23 Rehabilitation Project has made its final approach with upgrades wrapping up 11 days earlier than originally scheduled.

In late May, runways closed temporarily...

Gainesville seeks input on proposed WeGo fare increase

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 12, 2023) – The City of Gainesville will host two public hearings to collect feedback on a proposed fare increase for WeGo, the City's public transit service operated by Hall Area Transit (HAT).

WeGo provides on-demand vanpool servic...

Green Street lane closure planned June 12-15

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 12, 2023) – To allow for routine sewer maintenance, the Gainesville Department of Water Resources has planned a lane closure along Green Street from Jesse Jewell Parkway to Holly Drive.

One lane will be closed from 7 p.m.-5...

Gainesville airport advises of runway closure

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 9, 2023) – Runway 5-23 at Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport is temporarily closed as the City of Gainesville pilots the Runway 5-23 Rehabilitation Project.

Runway 5-23 remains closed through June 25. Runway 11-29, closed May 30 t...

Gainesville offices closed Independence Day: Tuesday, July 4

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 4, 2023) – The City of Gainesville will observe Independence Day Tuesday, July 4, resulting in unavailability of the following facilities and services:

All administrative offices, including those at the:

• Gainesville Administ...

Memorial, Glenwood drives to partially close June 5-6

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 2, 2023) – Memorial and Glenwood drives will close from approximately 7 a.m.-7 p.m. daily Monday-Tuesday, June 5-6.

The closure will allow for the installation of water and sewer utilities.

Drivers will need to use alternative routes....

Gainesville airport advises of runway closures

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 30, 2023) – Runways at Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport are temporarily closed as the City of Gainesville pilots the Runway 5-23 Rehabilitation Project.

Runway 5-23 is now closed through June 25. Runway 11-29 is closed through Ju...

Gainesville, Hall Co. awarded combined $4.4M in grants for neighborhood assets

GAINESVILLE-HALL COUNTY, Ga. (May 19, 2023) – Gainesville-Hall County has 4 million-plus reasons to continue progress on proposed neighborhood projects thanks to the State of Georgia.

Awarded a combined $4.4 million, the City of Gainesville and H...

DWR to release 2022 Drinking Water Quality Report June 1

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 19, 2023) – The Gainesville Department of Water Resources (DWR) is on track to release Thursday, June 1, the 2022 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report, which contains results from 2022 calendar year testing of the City of G...

Gainesville Trolleys to hit streets Thursday, May 18

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 5, 2023) – It’s the moment you’ve all been patiently waiting for: the City of Gainesville, specifically Hall Area Transit (HAT), is proud to announce the Gainesville Trolleys will be returning to service...

2023 First Friday Concert Series returns this week, May 5

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 3, 2023) – Delivering the high-energy melodies a Cinco de Mayo event demands, Willie Ziavino & C.O.T (Circle of Trust) Band will jumpstart the 2023 First Friday Concert Series with a Latin-based playlist starring &l...

Gainesville offices closed Memorial Day: Monday, May 29

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 1, 2023) – The City of Gainesville will observe Memorial Day Monday, May 29, resulting in unavailability of the following facilities and services:

All administrative offices, including those at the:

• Gainesville Administration...

Main Street Gainesville receives 2023 Main Street America accreditation

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 1, 2023) – Main Street Gainesville has been designated as an Accredited Main Street America™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of...

Gainesville airport announces upcoming runway closures

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (April 26, 2023) – Come late May, runways at Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport will be temporarily closed as the City of Gainesville pilots the Runway 5-23 Rehabilitation Project.

Runway 5-23 will be closed May 30-June 25. Runway 11-29...

Blue Sky Concert Series returns May 3 to downtown Gainesville

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (April 25, 2023) – What elevates a warm, sunny afternoon spent shopping or dining on the historic square in downtown Gainesville? How about live music?

"Downtown Gainesville has carried a vibrant arts and performance culture...

Telecommunication systems restored at DWR, Public Safety Complex

UPDATE (2 a.m. April 19) – Services have been restored.

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (April 18, 2023) – The City of Gainesville is working to resolve a construction-related network outage impacting telecommunication systems at the following departments/locati...

Inaugural Hall Area Transit job fair set Saturday, May 13

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (April 12, 2023) – Join Hall Area Transit (HAT) for its first-ever job fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, May 13, at 687 Main St. S.W.

Organizers of this inaugural job fair are seeking to recruit and hire on the spot WeGo drivers...

Georgia Cities Week Essay Contest deadline April 12

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – In celebration of Georgia Cities Week April 23-29, the City of Gainesville is hosting an essay contest for all sixth-grade students who attend school or are homeschooled in the City of Gainesville.

We want to know … if you were mayor for...

Georgia Cities Week Coloring Contest deadline April 12

GAINESVILLE, Ga. – In celebration of 2023 Georgia Cities Week April 23-29, sponsored by the Georgia Municipal Association, the City of Gainesville is offering an inaugural Georgia Cities Week Coloring Contest to children ages 5-12. The contest is FREE to ...

Inaugural City-hosted pet food drive ongoing April 3-28

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (April 5, 2023) – Keeping pets and senior citizens together is just one of the many ways Gainesville-Hall County Meals on Wheels helps our aging neighbors feel less alone.

In recognition of Georgia Cities Week April 23-29, the Ci...

Inaugural Art Walk set April 20 in downtown Gainesville

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (March 23, 2023) – April is just around the corner, which means Main Street Gainesville’s inaugural Art Walk is only weeks away.

Slated for 4-8 p.m. Thursday, April 20, in the area of Gainesville's historic squ...

Washington St. to partially close March 31-April 3

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (March 30, 2023) – Washington Street between Green Street and E.E. Butler Parkway will be closed to traffic from 9 a.m. Friday, March 31, to 7 a.m. Monday, April 3.

Please use an alternative route as crews will be setting up a cr...

GFD rolls out real-time digital alerting service

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (March 29, 2023) – The Gainesville Fire Department (GFD) has a new trick up its sleeve to warn drivers when they’re approaching a fast-moving emergency vehicle or a scene that’s actively being worked by publi...

Additional left-turn lane to be installed on Jesse Jewell Parkway at E.E. Butler Parkway

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (March 28, 2023) – The Georgia Department of Transportation and contractor Backbone Infrastructure will install a second left-turn lane westbound on state Route (SR) 369/Jesse Jewell Parkway at SR 60/E.E. Butler Parkway.

At the p...

Spring St. to partially close Saturday, March 18

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (March 17, 2023) – Drivers should expect Spring Street between Green Street SE and E.E. Butler Parkway to be closed from 6 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, March 18.

Please use an alternative route as Liberty Utilities will be in the area establishin...

Mutts on Main returns March 25 to historic Gainesville square

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (March 6, 2023) – Join Main Street Gainesville for a tail-waggin’ good time Saturday, March 25, when the historic square goes to the dogs with the return of Mutts on Main in downtown Gainesville.

This annual pet expo is...

Glenwood Drive partially closed today, Feb. 22

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Feb. 22, 2023) – Glenwood Drive NE near the intersection of Memorial Drive will be partially closed to traffic until 6 p.m. today, Feb. 22.

Those navigating the area are urged to drive carefully, and watch for construction worke...

Glenwood Drive partially closed Friday-Saturday, Feb. 17-18

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Feb. 16, 2023) – Glenwood Drive NE near the intersection of Memorial Drive will be partially closed to traffic from 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17, and Saturday, Feb. 18.

Those navigating the area are urged to drive carefully, and watch fo...

City completes Georgia Economic Placemaking Collaborative

ATLANTA – The City of Gainesville was recognized as a graduate of the Georgia Economic Placemaking Collaborative (GEPC) program by the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) and the Georgia Cities Foundation (GCF) at the 2023 Cities United Summit. ...

Gainesville makes BRAG’s 2023 route of ‘charming GA towns’

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Feb. 6, 2023) – The Bicycle Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) has announced the route for its 43rd Annual Big BRAG ride June 3-10 and the results are in: the City of Gainesville will play host to roughly 1,500 cyclists this summer as ...

Bicycle Ride Across Georgia announces route for Big BRAG ride

ATLANTA – The Bicycle Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) is excited to announce the route for their annual Big BRAG ride, taking place June 3-10. Cyclists will embark on a nearly 400-mile journey across the state of Georgia, starting in Clayton on Sunda...

Maple Street partially closed through early Tuesday evening

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Jan. 31, 2023) – Maple Street from Broad Street SW to Jesse Jewell Parkway has been closed until 6 p.m. today (Tuesday), Jan. 31, for emergency utility installation.

Those navigating the area are urged to drive carefully, and wa...

Broad Street to partially close Friday evening

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Jan. 27, 2023) – The Gainesville Department of Water Resources will be asphalting a downtown roadway cut earlier this week to make emergency sewer repairs.

Broad Street from E.E. Butler Parkway to Henry Ward Way will close from ...

Broad Street partially closed until further notice

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Jan. 25, 2023) – The Gainesville Department of Water Resources is working to address an emergency sewer repair needed in the area of the Hall County Courthouse.

Broad Street from E.E. Butler Parkway to Henry Ward Way will close from 6:30 ...

Prior Street NE to close on-off Jan. 13-17 for repairs

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Jan. 13, 2023) – The Gainesville Public Works Department is facilitating repairs to Prior Street NE after the road failed early Thursday evening, Jan. 12, during a severe weather event across Gainesville-Hall County.

Prior Street at Glenw...

Scholarship offered to poultry, agriculture majors

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Jan. 4, 2023) – The City of Gainesville is pleased to announce the application process for the 2023 Gainesville Chicken Festival Scholarship opens Jan. 15.

You may apply for this scholarship through March 1, if eligibility crite...

Holly Jolly Trolley canceled Christmas week

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Dec. 21, 2022) – With wintry conditions forecast this week for Gainesville-Hall County, creating the potential for gusty winds and black ice, the Holly Jolly Trolley will not run Christmas week.

Hop aboard next week any time from 5:30-10 ...

Chattahoochee Golf Club to close Dec. 21-27 due to wintry forecast

To prepare for wintry conditions forecast this week for Gainesville-Hall County, Chattahoochee Golf Club (CGC) will close from noon Wednesday, Dec. 21, through Tuesday, Dec. 27. The plan is to reopen CGC Wednesday, Dec. 28, weather permitting.

CGC apprecia...

Gainesville offices closed for New Year's Day: Jan. 2, 2023

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Dec. 19, 2022) – The City of Gainesville will observe New Year's Day Monday, Jan. 2, 2023, resulting in unavailability of the following facilities and services:

All administrative offices, including those at the:

&bu...

City of Gainesville's 3rd Annual Festival of Trees underway

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Dec. 8, 2022) – Christmas is around the corner and to spread a little holiday merriment, the City of Gainesville is hosting its third annual Festival of Trees (formerly known as the Gainesville Administration Building Christmas...

Gainesville moving to once-weekly garbage collection in January

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Dec. 6, 2022) – For the first time in nearly 13 years, the City of Gainesville has modified its solid waste services, moving garbage collection from twice weekly to once weekly effective Jan. 23, 2023. Customers will also be re...

Gainesville offices closed Christmas: Dec. 23 + Dec. 26

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Dec. 5, 2022) – The City of Gainesville will observe the Christmas holiday Friday, Dec. 23, and Monday, Dec. 26, resulting in unavailability of the following facilities and services:

All administrative offices, including those at the:

•&am...

Gainesville proposing once-weekly curbside garbage collection in '23

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Dec. 1, 2022) – After 10-plus years of providing a high level of service for the same fixed price, the City of Gainesville says – with the rising cost of providing solid waste services – the time has come to make an adjustment, either to...

Holly Jolly Trolley hits City streets this weekend

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Nov. 22, 2022) – New in 2022, the City of Gainesville is giving the gift of a Holly Jolly Trolley to residents and visitors seeking oohs and ahhs this holiday season.

To help spread holiday cheer and boost excitement around the ...

CDG names Gainesville Top 10 '22 Digital Cities Survey winner

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Nov. 18, 2022) – The City of Gainesville is thrilled to have been recognized as a Top 10 2022 Digital Cities Survey winner by the Center for Digital Government (CDG), part of Government Technology News.

The top 10-ranking cities...

M.L.K. Jr. Blvd. reopened after storm drain collapse

UPDATE (4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18) – Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard has been reopened.

UPDATE (9 a.m. Nov. 17) – Gainesville Water Resources is continuing work to repair a collapsed storm drain in the area behind Boys &...

Gainesville offices closed Thanksgiving: Nov. 24-25

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Nov. 12, 2022) – The City of Gainesville will observe the Thanksgiving holiday Thursday, Nov. 24-Friday, Nov. 25, resulting in unavailability of the following facilities and services:

All administrative offices, including those ...

DWR repairs main break; water restored to schools

UPDATE (3:20 p.m. Oct. 31) | The Gainesville Department of Water Resources just confirmed water service has been restored to Gainesville High School and Centennial Arts Academy.

Those navigating the area are urged to drive carefully, and watch for construc...

USRowing names LLOP host venue for ‘23 Southeast Youth Championships

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Oct. 17, 2022) – Keeping true to its 25-plus-year tradition of hosting some of the world’s most talented athletes, Lake Lanier Olympic Park will add another “win” to its resume next year: hosting t...

Annual Trick or Treat on the Square set Monday, Oct. 31

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Oct. 17, 2022) – The historic square in downtown Gainesville will get a little sweeter – and spookier – come Monday, Oct. 31, with the return of Main Street Gainesville’s FREE Trick or Treat on the...

Gainesville offices closed Veterans Day: Nov. 11

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Oct. 15, 2022) – The City of Gainesville will observe the Veterans Day holiday Friday, Nov. 11, resulting in unavailability of the following facilities and services:

All administrative offices, including those at the:

•&...

Moody's assigns Aa1 to Gainesville Redevelopment Authority's City-guaranteed revenue bonds

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Sept. 1, 2022) – Moody's Investors Service has assigned Aa1 ratings to the Gainesville Redevelopment Authority's $32.8 million Tax-Exempt Revenue Bonds (Gainesville Projects), Series 2022A and $3.1 million Tax...

Gainesville offices closed Labor Day: Sept. 5

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Aug. 12, 2022) – The City of Gainesville will observe the Labor Day holiday Monday, Sept. 5, resulting in unavailability of the following facilities and services:

All administrative offices, including those at the:

•&...

Main Street Gainesville receives 2022 Main Street America accreditation

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Aug. 2, 2022) – Main Street Gainesville has been designated as an Accredited Main Street America™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list o...

Gainesville offices closed Independence Day: July 4

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 16, 2022) – The City of Gainesville will observe the Fourth of July holiday Monday, July 4, resulting in unavailability of the following facilities and services:

All administrative offices, including those at the:

•...

Summertime spin: City rolls out downtown, neighborhood trolleys

**UPDATE (July 8, 2022) – Downtown-Dixon and Downtown-Glenwood trolley service expanded to Thursday**

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 26, 2022) – The City of Gainesville, specifically Hall Area Transit (HAT), is proud to announce the return of a ...

Gainesville offices closed Memorial Day: May 30

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 17, 2022) – The City of Gainesville will observe the Memorial Day holiday Monday, May 30, resulting in unavailability of the following facilities and services:

All administrative offices, including those at the:

•&am...

Gainesville CVB launches ‘Love Where You Live’ campaign

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 10, 2022) – You’re invited! The Gainesville Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) welcomes you to experience for yourself why City of Gainesville residents love where they live.

To promote all the awesome things to ...

Washington Street milling continues Wednesday

UPDATE (April 29, 2022) – It’s official! The City of Gainesville is pleased to announce crews recently completed paving in the area of the historic square in Downtown Gainesville. The following roadways (now open) rec...

CVB to host Gainesville Visitor Center open house May 3

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (April 25, 2022) – In celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week May 1-7, the Gainesville Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) will host an open house Tuesday, May 3, at the Gainesville Visitor Center.

“The purpo...

DWR to release 2021 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report May 30

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (April 18, 2022) – Gainesville Water Resources is on track to release Monday, May 30, the 2021 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report, which contains results from 2021 calendar year testing of the City of Gainesville’s d...

2022 Food Truck Friday season returns March 11

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (March 8, 2022) – Been craving some fun in the sun? You’re in luck! The City of Gainesville’s 2022 event season opens this week with the return of Food Truck Friday.

The latest six-course serving of Food Truck...

City of Gainesville launches new tourism website

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (March 2, 2022) – A year after launching a revamped gainesville.org, the City of Gainesville has debuted a tourism-focused sister site, ExploreGainesville.org, geared toward residents and visitors seeking out the very best the &...

Sports Fest a ‘score’ for athletes, sports enthusiasts

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (March 17, 2022) – Athletes and sports enthusiasts hoping to “score” information on all local sports and sports-related organizations need not look further than the Greater Gainesville Sports Alliance&rsq...

Zach Philyaw rises to rank of deputy fire chief

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Feb. 10, 2022) – The City of Gainesville has a new deputy chief at the Gainesville Fire Department.

Promoted by new Gainesville Fire Chief Brandon Ellis, Zach Philyaw assumed the role of deputy fire chief in early February.

“Zach has been ...

Gainesville: Fire Hydrant Design Contest now open

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Jan. 24, 2022) – The Gainesville Department of Water Resources (DWR) has kicked off the 2022 Elementary School Fire Hydrant Design Contest ahead of Drinking Water Week May 1-7.

Celebrating Drinking Water Week gives DWR an opport...

2040 Comp Plan: City updating 20-year blueprint for growth

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Jan. 11, 2022) – Gainesville’s future is bright, and City leadership wants to have an updated roadmap to steer the community in the right direction.

That roadmap is Gainesville’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan, whic...

Brandon Ellis Gainesville’s new fire chief

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Jan. 3, 2022) – It’s official: the City of Gainesville has a new chief to lead the Gainesville Fire Department (GFD).

Former Gainesville Fire Capt. Brandon Ellis, of Clermont, assumed the chief’s role Jan. 1 ...

Gainesville offices closed New Year's Eve: Dec. 31

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Dec. 25, 2021) – The City of Gainesville will observe the New Year's holiday Friday, Dec. 31, resulting in unavailability of the following facilities and services:

All administrative offices, including those at the:

• Gain...

Gainesville offices closed Christmas: Dec. 23-24

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Dec. 7, 2021) – The City of Gainesville will observe the Christmas holiday Thursday, Dec. 23-Friday, Dec. 24, resulting in unavailability of the following facilities and services:

All administrative offices, including those at t...

Main Street Money easy way to give the gift of local

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Dec. 9, 2021) – With Christmas around the corner, Main Street Gainesville is reminding visitors to the historic downtown square of yet another way they can support small businesses.

Through Main Street Money, anyone can give the...

Water outage Nov. 18 to impact 250-plus customers

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Nov. 17, 2021) – Water main improvements is on the Gainesville Department of Water Resources' to-do list, which will result in temporary water service interruptions from approximately 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, f...

Christmas on Green Street set Dec. 5 in downtown Gainesville

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Nov. 16, 2021) – Christmas will come early in 2021, just as it does every year for the City of Gainesville.

Brought to you by Main Street Gainesville, Christmas on Green Street 2021 is slated for 4-7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 5, along h...

Gainesville offices closed Thanksgiving: Nov. 25-26

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Nov. 15, 2021) – The City of Gainesville will observe the Thanksgiving holiday Thursday, Nov. 25-Friday, Nov. 26, resulting in unavailability of the following facilities and services:

All administrative offices, including those ...

UNG to host ‘22 NCAA Women’s Golf Championships in Gainesville

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Nov. 9, 2021) – It’s official: The University of North Georgia (UNG) – supported by the City of Gainesville, Greater Gainesville Sports Alliance and Gainesville Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) – will host the 2022 NCAA Division II W...

Gainesville HR director named ‘HR Professional of the Year 2021’ by SHRM Georgia State Council

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Nov. 4, 2021) – The City of Gainesville is proud to recognize Administrative Services/Human Resources Director Janeann Allison, who was recently named “HR Professional of the Year 2021” by the SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management)...

Some Flowery Branch customers to experience water outage

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (Nov. 3, 2021) – Some City of Gainesville water customers in the Flowery Branch area will experience an interruption in service Thursday, Nov. 4.

Customers on the following streets will see the outage from approximately 8 a.m....

Brandon Ellis named Gainesville fire chief’s successor

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Nov. 2, 2021) – The City of Gainesville has decided who will fill the shoes of Gainesville Fire Chief Jerome Yarbrough upon his retirement Dec. 31.

Gainesville Fire Capt. Brandon Ellis, of Clermont, will assume the role of chief Jan. 1, 2...

DWR: Water main break reported in Gainesville

UPDATE (5:45 p.m. Nov. 2) – Service has now been restored.Customers impacted are under a boil water advisory until further notice.GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Nov. 2, 2021) – The Gainesville Department of Water Resources (DWR) is working to resto...

Water outage Nov. 2 to impact 100 customers

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Nov. 2, 2021) – Water main improvements is on the Gainesville Department of Water Resources' to-do list, which will result in temporary water service interruptions from approximately 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2, for ...

Flock to Gainesville for fall leaf watching

Editor’s Note: To celebrate the City of Gainesville turning 200 years old on Nov. 30, 2021, Gainesville Georgia Government is sharing interesting highlights from its centuries-old history. This is the 11th installment in a series, which will be ...

Gainesville offices closed Veterans Day: Thursday, Nov. 11

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Oct. 27, 2021) – The City of Gainesville will observe the Veterans Day holiday Thursday, Nov. 11, resulting in unavailability of the following facilities and services:

All administrative offices, including those at the:

• Gainesvil...

Water outage Oct. 26 to impact 110 customers

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Oct. 26, 2021) – Water main improvements is on the Gainesville Department of Water Resources' to-do list, which will result in temporary water service interruptions from approximately 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26, fo...

DWR: Water main break reported in Flowery Branch

UPDATE (6 p.m. Oct. 21, 2021) – The break has been repaired and service restored.

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (Oct. 21, 2021) – The Gainesville Department of Water Resources (DWR) is working to restore water to approximately 250 customers follo...

Gainesville fire chief announces year-end retirement

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Sept. 16, 2021) – Longtime Gainesville Fire Chief Jerome Yarbrough has announced he will retire Dec. 31.

Chief Yarbrough has served the City 37 faithful years in different capacities with the Gainesville Fire Department (GFD), l...

Fall in love with Gainesville event season

Editor’s Note: To celebrate the City of Gainesville turning 200 years old on Nov. 30, 2021, Gainesville Georgia Government is sharing interesting highlights from its centuries-old history. This is the tenth installment in a series, which will be...

Lake Lanier: Gainesville's crown jewel

Editor’s Note: To celebrate the City of Gainesville turning 200 years old on Nov. 30, 2021, Gainesville Georgia Government is sharing interesting highlights from its centuries-old history. This is the ninth installment in a series, which will be...

6 qualify for seats on Gainesville City Council, BOE

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Aug. 19, 2021) – Several candidates have qualified for seats on the Gainesville City Council and Gainesville City Board of Education (BOE). The Gainesville City Clerk's Office released the information Thursday after th...

Gainesville awarded for excellence in financial reporting

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Aug. 18, 2021) – Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the City of Gainesville for its comprehensive annual financial r...

Qualifying set Aug. 16-18 for City council, Gainesville City BOE

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Aug. 13, 2021) – Qualifying for seats on the Gainesville City Council and Gainesville City Board of Education (BOE) is slated daily from Monday, Aug. 16-Wednesday, Aug. 18.

Seats up for election Nov. 2 on the City council include the mayo...

Gainesville celebrates US leaders, veterans

Editor’s Note: To celebrate the City of Gainesville turning 200 years old on Nov. 30, 2021, Gainesville Georgia Government is sharing interesting highlights from its centuries-old history. This is the eighth installment in a series, which will b...

Gainesville Farmers Market set July 23 on downtown square

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (July 22, 2021) – The Gainesville Farmers Market returns Friday, July 23, to the historic square in downtown Gainesville.

For the 13th year, attendees have the opportunity to enjoy local produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts an...

Gainesville Farmers Market set July 16 on downtown square

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (July 15, 2021) – The Gainesville Farmers Market returns Friday, July 16, to the historic square in downtown Gainesville.

For the 13th year, attendees have the opportunity to enjoy local produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts an...

‘Lunch trolley’ hits Gainesville streets

UPDATE: The Gainesville Summer Lunch Trolley service has ended for the season. Check back in 2022 for its return!

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (July 14, 2021) – The City of Gainesville is proud to announce the soft launch of a lunchtime trolley service utili...

Beach Bash 2021 a ‘shore thing’ for July 16 at Lake Lanier

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (July 12, 2021) – Gainesville may be hundreds of miles from the ocean, but the City is gearing up to ride the wave that is Beach Bash 2021.

Beach Bash is slated for 5-10 p.m. Friday, July 16, on the shores of Lake Sidney Lanier a...

Gainesville Farmers Market set July 9 on downtown square

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (July 8, 2021) – The Gainesville Farmers Market returns Friday, July 9, to the historic square in downtown Gainesville.

For the 13th year, attendees have the opportunity to enjoy local produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts and ...

Attractions, landmarks abound in 'Hospitality Capital of the World'

Editor’s Note: To celebrate the City of Gainesville turning 200 years old on Nov. 30, 2021, Gainesville Georgia Government is sharing interesting highlights from its centuries-old history. This is the seventh installment in a series, which will ...

You're the Reason Scholarship recipients announced

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 17, 2021) – The City of Gainesville has announced the 2021 recipients of You’re the Reason Scholarship funds.

The seven winners were announced Tuesday, June 15, by Mayor Danny Dunagan during the regular m...

Gainesville Farmers Market set June 18 on downtown square

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 16, 2021) – The Gainesville Farmers Market returns Friday, June 18, to the historic square in downtown Gainesville.

For the 13th year, attendees have the opportunity to enjoy local produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts an...

Gainesville Spring Chicken Festival Scholarship recipients announced

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 16, 2021) – Before loved ones and City of Gainesville leadership, among others, a handful of North Georgia students were recognized Tuesday, June 15, as recipients of 2021 Gainesville Spring Chicken Festival Scholarship funds.

The th...

Gainesville, community partners to offer free COVID-19 vaccines

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 14, 2020) – Gainesville-Hall County residents and visitors 18 and over won’t have to travel far to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

Moderna-brand vaccines will be administered free of charge from 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Ju...

Gainesville Farmers Market returns June 11 to downtown square

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 10, 2021) – The Gainesville Farmers Market returns Friday, June 11, to the historic square in downtown Gainesville.

For the 13th year, attendees have the opportunity to enjoy local produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts an...

Food Truck Friday returns June 11 to Lake Lanier Olympic Park

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 9, 2021) – The 2021 season of Food Truck Friday continues this week, June 11, at Lake Lanier Olympic Park.

Come hungry from 5-9 p.m. and indulge in a generous lineup of food, beverage and dessert trucks, plus live entertain...

‘Downtown Get-Around’ gets rolling June 9 in downtown

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 8, 2021) – The City of Gainesville is putting rubber to the road in its latest effort to encourage visitors to downtown amid construction.

Known as the “Downtown Get-Around”, the eight-person club car wi...

Gainesville Farmers Market returns today to downtown square

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 4, 2021) – The Gainesville Farmers Market returns today, June 4, to the historic square in downtown Gainesville.

For the 13th year, attendees have the opportunity to enjoy local produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts and l...

Main Street Gainesville receives 2021 national accreditation

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 2, 2021) – Main Street Gainesville has been designated as an accredited Main Street™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of accred...

First Friday concert slated June 4

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 1, 2021) – This Friday, June 4, Main Street Gainesville is bringing back to downtown Gainesville the First Fridays concert series.

“Having the historic downtown buildings filled with all of our favorite small businesses just feels li...

Gainesville: the City departments behind its success

Editor’s Note: To celebrate the City of Gainesville turning 200 years old on Nov. 30, 2021, Gainesville Georgia Government is sharing interesting highlights from its centuries-old history. This is the sixth installment in a series, which will be...

Annual Drinking Water Quality Report now available

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 27, 2020) – The Gainesville Department of Water Resources has made available the latest Annual Drinking Water Quality Report. The report became available on the City’s website, gainesville.org, Thursday, ...

Final Blue Sky concert set May 26 on downtown square

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 26, 2021) – What elevates a warm, sunny afternoon spent shopping or dining on the historic square in downtown Gainesville? How about live music?

“Downtown Gainesville has carried a vibrant arts and performance cult...

Public hearings set for Gainesville Connection, Dial-A-Ride elimination

The Gainesville Connection staff has scheduled public hearings to receive public comment about the proposed closures of Dial-A-Ride vanpool service and Gainesville Connection fixed-route bus service. If approved, the changes will take effect June 30.

Propo...

Blue Sky Concert Series returns May 19 to downtown square

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 17, 2021) – What elevates a warm, sunny afternoon spent shopping or dining on the historic square in downtown Gainesville? How about live music?

“Downtown Gainesville has carried a vibrant arts and performance cult...

GET YOUR GRUB ON!

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 13, 2021) – The 2021 season of Food Truck Friday continues this week, May 14, at Lake Lanier Olympic Park.

Come hungry from 5-9 p.m. and indulge in a generous lineup of food, beverage and dessert trucks, plus live entertainm...

Blue Sky Concert Series returns May 12 to downtown square

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 10, 2021) – What elevates a warm, sunny afternoon spent shopping or dining on the historic square in downtown Gainesville? How about live music?

“Downtown Gainesville has carried a vibrant arts and performance cult...

Gainesville, Georgia: 'Poultry Capital of the World'

Editor’s Note: To celebrate the City of Gainesville turning 200 years old on Nov. 30, 2021, Gainesville Georgia Government is sharing interesting highlights from its centuries-old history. This is the fifth installment in a series, which will be featured ...

Blue Sky Concert Series returns May 5 to downtown square

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (April 29, 2021) – What elevates a warm, sunny afternoon spent shopping or dining on the historic square in downtown Gainesville? How about live music?

“Downtown Gainesville has carried a vibrant arts and performance culture throughout its...

Mayor Dunagan delivers 2021 State of the City Address

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (April 21, 2021) – At the Tuesday, April 20, regular meeting of the Gainesville City Council, Mayor Danny Dunagan delivered the 2021 State of the City Address highlighting accomplishments from “one of the biggest and b...

MotoAmerica Kickoff Party races to Gainesville April 29

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (April 19, 2021) – Mark your calendars: the MotoAmerica Kickoff Party is slated for 6-8 p.m. Thursday, April 29, on the historic square in downtown Gainesville. The party will precede the MotoAmerica Superbikes at Atlanta event ...

DWR set for weekend water outage

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (April 13, 2021) – So the Gainesville Department of Water Resources (DWR) can perform system maintenance, specifically valve replacement, water service will be interrupted from approximately 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, April 17, for some cust...

GET YOUR GRUB ON!

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (April 1, 2021) – Still hungry? Get ready for a second helping of Food Truck Friday next week, April 9, at Lake Lanier Olympic Park.

After a successful season opener in March, City of Gainesville organizers are excited to welcome...

Gainesville extends $1 WeGo rides to COVID-19 vaccination sites

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (March 31, 2021) – To further support the coronavirus vaccination effort in Gainesville-Hall County, the City of Gainesville will continue offering discounted WeGo rides ($1 from $3) through June for those traveling to get the v...

Moody's upgrades Gainesville's GOULT to Aa1; outlook stable

NEW YORK (March 30, 2021) – Moody's Investors Service has upgraded the City of Gainesville's general obligation unlimited tax (GOULT) bond rating to Aa1 from Aa2, issued through the Gainesville Redevelopment Authority. The City has approximately $5.6 mill...

Gainesville Parks & Rec: known for quality programming, facilities

Editor’s Note: To celebrate the City of Gainesville turning 200 years old on Nov. 30, 2021, Gainesville Georgia Government is sharing interesting highlights from its centuries-old history. This is the fourth installment in a series, which will b...

2021 Food Truck Friday season returns March 12

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (March 3, 2021) – Been craving some fun in the sun? You’re in luck! The City of Gainesville’s 2021 event season opens in mid-March with the return of Food Truck Friday.

The latest five-course serving of Food T...

DWR: Water outage set Monday in South Hall

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (March 5, 2021) – So the Gainesville Department of Water Resources (DWR) can complete water main improvements, water service will be interrupted from approximately 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, March 8, for some customers in the souther...

Midweek water outage planned near Civic Center

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (March 2, 2021) – To allow for the installation of water main valves, water service will be interrupted from approximately 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 3, for some customers in the area of the Gainesville Civic Center, the...

Black History Month: Gainesville celebrates African-American leaders

Editor’s Note: To celebrate the City of Gainesville turning 200 years old on Nov. 30, 2021, Gainesville Georgia Government is sharing interesting highlights from its centuries-old history. This is the third installment in a series, which will be featured ...

McEver Road: Water service interrupted Thursday

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Feb. 25, 2021) – Water service will be interrupted from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, for customers on McEver Road between Stephens Road/Old Flowery Branch Road and Oakwood Road, the Gainesville Department of Water Resources (DWR) ann...

Gainesville, NGCF address community needs magnified by pandemic

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Feb. 17, 2021) – As the fight against COVID-19 persists, the City of Gainesville and North Georgia Community Foundation (NGCF) have partnered together to help those adversely impacted by the pandemic, whether due to illness, loss of empl...

Cottrell to Invest $125 Million in Gainesville, Hall County Expansion

Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Cottrell, an industry leader in manufacturing and assembling over-the-road car haulers and equipment, will establish a second manufacturing facility in Gainesville. This will serve as the company’s...

Main Street Money latest way to give the gift of local

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Nov. 25, 2020) – With Small Business Saturday around the corner, Main Street Gainesville is rolling out yet another way visitors to the historic downtown square can support small businesses in and around the area.

Through Main S...

hALL in partners seek to spread awareness, deepen campaign’s reach

HALL COUNTY, Ga. (Nov. 17, 2020) – Since the campaign launched in early October, more than 260 pledges representing dozens of businesses and organizations have signed up in support of the hALL in initiative, which seeks to stop the spread of COVID-19 in G...

New WeGo vanpool service launching Dec. 14

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Dec. 11, 2020) – The City of Gainesville will launch next week a new vanpool operation – WeGo – serving residents and visitors traveling within city limits.

“It’s easy, quick, safe and affordable,” Gainesville-Hall County Community Servic...

Public encouraged to take hALL IN pledge against COVID-19

HALL COUNTY, Ga. (Oct. 2, 2020) – Local governments and community leaders in Gainesville-Hall County are encouraging everyone to be hALL in when it comes to the fight against COVID-19.

A collaborative effort by local governments, community leaders and key ...

WeGo offering $1 rides to COVID-19 vaccination appointments

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Feb. 4, 2021) – Have a COVID-19 vaccination appointment, but no ride? Consider WeGo, the City of Gainesville’s new vanpool service.

In February and March, WeGo will offer $1 fares (reduced from $3) to riders traveling ...

DWR to test system, intermittent water outages expected

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Feb. 3, 2021) – Some City of Gainesville customers will experience temporary water outages Thursday, Feb. 4, as the Gainesville Department of Water Resources (DWR) tests its system.

Water supplied to Brenau University and 25-30 ...

Scholarship offered to poultry, agriculture majors

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Feb. 2, 2021) – The City of Gainesville is pleased to announce the opening of the Gainesville Spring Chicken Festival Scholarship.

You may apply for this scholarship through March 1, if eligibility criteria is met. Below you&...

Did you know? Read up on Gainesville’s beloved ho-ho-holiday history

Editor’s Note: To celebrate the City of Gainesville turning 200 years old on Nov. 30, 2021, Gainesville Georgia Government is sharing interesting highlights from its centuries-old history. This is the first installment in a series, which will be...

Gainesville triumphed through tragedy before earning reputation as popular Northeast GA destination

Editor’s Note: To celebrate the City of Gainesville turning 200 years old on Nov. 30, 2021, Gainesville Georgia Government is sharing interesting highlights from its centuries-old history. This is the second installment in a series, which will b...

Red & Blue 5K open to public

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Jan. 25, 2021) – Ever wonder what it’d feel like to run alongside your heroes? Now’s your chance!

As part of the 2021 Georgia Police & Fire Games, hosted by the City of Gainesville June 20-26, the public ...

Grove Street partially closed through Friday

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Jan. 25, 2021) – Starting today, Jan. 25, Grove Street between Parker and Banks streets will be closed to traffic through Friday, Jan. 29, the Gainesville Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced.

The DWR stated the closure...

Broad Street closed between Prior, Spring streets

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Jan. 20, 2021) – To assist Longstreet Clinic personnel in administering COVID-19 vaccines and drive-thru tests, the City of Gainesville has addressed a distraction that could impede progress.

The Gainesville City Council voted u...

Municipal court announces January schedule changes

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Jan. 1, 2021) – To ensure everyone’s safety during the pandemic, and in the event COVID-19 cases rise after the holidays, Gainesville Municipal Court has rescheduled court dates planned the first week in January 2021....

Swim Lessons

Gainesville Parks and Recreation has taught generations of residents how to swim. Whether it's group lessons, private lessons, adults, children or infant survival, we've got you covered.  Download our Learn to Swim Guide and find the perfect opti...

Fall Activity Guide

So much to see and do this Fall! Events, sports, fitness, instructional classes, swim lessons and more!

Cool Events This Fall

Take a look at our events this Fall! 

GIVE LOCAL, SAVE LOCAL

Secure your appointment today: blood drive set 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 9

TROLLEYS HIT STREETS

Servicing golf club; Dixon, Glenwood, Riverside neighborhoods Thurs.-Sat.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

2023 Gainesville Chicken Festival set 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 21

2023 PARADE ENTRY FORM

Secure your spot in the Christmas on Green Street Parade Dec. 3

CURRENT ROAD CLOSURES

Please review the following information to familiarize yourself with existing road and lane closures across the City of Gainesville. Maps posted with the text help place the road closures, but also provide detour information, if applicable.

*ONGOING* Parti...

WE GO WHERE YOU GO

Grab a lift using WeGo, Gainesville-Hall Co.'s premier rideshare service

SKATE PARK

One of the most popular skate parks in the state of Georgia

COURTS

Tennis, pickleball, basketball courts open to the public

LAKE PARKS

Five unique parks provide public access to Lake Sidney Lanier

GREENWAYS

Multi-use trail system, green corridors abound in Gainesville