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Posted on: September 18, 2023

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Meadowlark Coffee

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Posted on: September 11, 2023

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Acuna’s Cake Shoppe

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Posted on: September 9, 2023

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

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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.

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Posted on: September 5, 2023

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...

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Posted on: September 1, 2023

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....

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Posted on: September 4, 2023

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Established Design Co.

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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...

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Posted on: September 2, 2023

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

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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...

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Posted on: August 28, 2023

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Purchase Effect

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Posted on: August 28, 2023

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 ...

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Posted on: August 21, 2023

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Boarding Pass Coffee

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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...

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Posted on: August 21, 2023

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:

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Posted on: August 15, 2023

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

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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...

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Posted on: August 14, 2023

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Kilwins Gainesville

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Posted on: August 8, 2023

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

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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.

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Posted on: August 3, 2023

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

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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.

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Posted on: August 1, 2023

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...

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Posted on: July 31, 2023

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Gypsy Threads Boutique

Gypsy Threads Boutique

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Posted on: July 31, 2023

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.

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Posted on: July 28, 2023

WeGo evening fare increase to take effect Sept. 1

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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.

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Posted on: July 24, 2023

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Gainesville Visitor Center

Gainesville Visitor Center

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Posted on: July 24, 2023

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

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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...

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Posted on: July 17, 2023

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Sweet Magnolias Café & Bakery

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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...

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Posted on: July 17, 2023

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

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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.

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Posted on: July 14, 2023

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

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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...

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Posted on: July 11, 2023

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

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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...

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Posted on: July 10, 2023

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Rahab's Rope business spotlight

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Posted on: June 29, 2023

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...

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Posted on: June 29, 2023

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.

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Posted on: June 28, 2023

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...

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Posted on: June 26, 2023

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...

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Posted on: June 15, 2023

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.

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Posted on: June 12, 2023

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).

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Posted on: June 12, 2023

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...

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Posted on: June 9, 2023

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...

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Posted on: June 4, 2023

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:

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Posted on: June 2, 2023

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.

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Posted on: May 30, 2023

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...

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Posted on: May 19, 2023

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...

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Posted on: May 19, 2023

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...

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Posted on: May 5, 2023

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...

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Posted on: May 3, 2023

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...

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Posted on: May 1, 2023

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:

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Posted on: May 1, 2023

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...

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Posted on: April 26, 2023

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...

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Posted on: April 25, 2023

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...

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Posted on: April 18, 2023

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...

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

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.

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

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.

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Posted on: April 10, 2023

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 ...

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Posted on: April 5, 2023

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...

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Posted on: April 3, 2023

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...

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Posted on: March 30, 2023

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...

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Posted on: March 29, 2023

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...

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Posted on: March 28, 2023

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.

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Posted on: March 17, 2023

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...

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Posted on: March 7, 2023

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.

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Posted on: February 22, 2023

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...

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Posted on: February 16, 2023

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.

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Posted on: February 7, 2023

City completes Georgia Economic Placemaking Collaborative

Gainesville completes GEPC program

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. ...

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Posted on: February 6, 2023

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 ...

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Posted on: February 1, 2023

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...

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Posted on: January 31, 2023

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.

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Posted on: January 27, 2023

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 ...

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Posted on: January 25, 2023

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 ...

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Posted on: January 13, 2023

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

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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.

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Posted on: January 4, 2023

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...

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Posted on: December 21, 2022

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.

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Posted on: December 20, 2022

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.

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Posted on: December 19, 2022

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:

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Posted on: December 8, 2022

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...

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Posted on: December 6, 2022

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...

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Posted on: December 5, 2022

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:

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Posted on: December 1, 2022

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...

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Posted on: November 22, 2022

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.

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Posted on: November 18, 2022

CDG names Gainesville Top 10 '22 Digital Cities Survey winner

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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.

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Posted on: November 16, 2022

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

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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 &...

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Posted on: November 12, 2022

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:

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Posted on: October 31, 2022

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.

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Posted on: October 17, 2022

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...

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Posted on: October 17, 2022

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...

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Posted on: October 15, 2022

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:

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Posted on: September 6, 2022

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...

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Posted on: August 12, 2022

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:

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Posted on: August 2, 2022

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...

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Posted on: June 16, 2022

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:

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Posted on: May 26, 2022

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 ...

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Posted on: May 17, 2022

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:

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Posted on: May 10, 2022

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.

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Posted on: April 27, 2022

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...

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Posted on: April 25, 2022

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.

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Posted on: April 18, 2022

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...

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Posted on: March 8, 2022

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.

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Posted on: March 2, 2022

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 &...

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Posted on: February 24, 2022

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...

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Posted on: February 10, 2022

Zach Philyaw rises to rank of deputy fire chief

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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.

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Posted on: January 24, 2022

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.

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Posted on: January 11, 2022

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...

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Posted on: January 3, 2022

Brandon Ellis Gainesville’s new fire chief

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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 ...

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Posted on: December 25, 2021

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:

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Posted on: December 7, 2021

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:

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Posted on: December 9, 2021

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...

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Posted on: November 17, 2021

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...

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Posted on: November 16, 2021

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...

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Posted on: November 15, 2021

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:

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Posted on: November 9, 2021

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...

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Posted on: November 4, 2021

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

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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)...

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Posted on: November 3, 2021

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....

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Posted on: November 2, 2021

Brandon Ellis named Gainesville fire chief’s successor

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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...

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Posted on: November 2, 2021

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...

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Posted on: November 2, 2021

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 ...

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Posted on: October 30, 2021

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 ...

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Posted on: October 27, 2021

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:

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Posted on: October 26, 2021

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...

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Posted on: October 21, 2021

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...

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Posted on: October 1, 2021

Gainesville to offer FREE WeGo rides to Community Vaccine Day event

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Oct. 1, 2021) – The City of Gainesville is once again partnering with the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce, plus dozens of other organizations, to encourage residents to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

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Posted on: September 16, 2021

Gainesville fire chief announces year-end retirement

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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...

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Posted on: September 27, 2021

DWR: Water outage in Gaines Ferry Road/Sunset Court area

UPDATE (12:25 p.m. Sept. 27): Water has been restored. A boil water advisory has been issued for impacted customers until Gainesville Water Resources can confirm the water is safe to drink.

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Posted on: September 30, 2021

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...

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Posted on: August 31, 2021

Lake Lanier: Gainesville's crown jewel

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Posted on: August 19, 2021

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...

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Posted on: August 18, 2021

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...

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Posted on: August 13, 2021

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...

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Posted on: July 31, 2021

Gainesville celebrates US leaders, veterans

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Posted on: July 22, 2021

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...

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Posted on: July 15, 2021

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.

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Posted on: July 14, 2021

‘Lunch trolley’ hits Gainesville streets

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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...

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Posted on: July 12, 2021

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...

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Posted on: July 8, 2021

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.

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Posted on: June 30, 2021

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

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Posted on: June 17, 2021

You're the Reason Scholarship recipients announced

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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...

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Posted on: June 16, 2021

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.

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Posted on: June 16, 2021

Gainesville Spring Chicken Festival Scholarship recipients announced

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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.

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Posted on: June 14, 2021

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...

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Posted on: June 10, 2021

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...

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Posted on: June 9, 2021

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...

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Posted on: June 8, 2021

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

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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...

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Posted on: June 4, 2021

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.

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Posted on: June 2, 2021

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...

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Posted on: June 1, 2021

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...

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Posted on: May 31, 2021

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...

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Posted on: May 27, 2021

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, ...

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Posted on: May 26, 2021

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...

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Posted on: May 10, 2021

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.

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Posted on: May 17, 2021

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?

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Posted on: May 13, 2021

GET YOUR GRUB ON!

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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...

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Posted on: May 10, 2021

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?

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Posted on: April 30, 2021

Gainesville, Georgia: 'Poultry Capital of the World'

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Posted on: April 29, 2021

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?

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Posted on: April 21, 2021

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...

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Posted on: April 19, 2021

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 ...

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Posted on: April 13, 2021

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...

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Posted on: April 1, 2021

GET YOUR GRUB ON!

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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.

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Posted on: March 31, 2021

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...

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Posted on: March 30, 2021

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...

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Posted on: March 31, 2021

Gainesville Parks & Rec: known for quality programming, facilities

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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...

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Posted on: March 3, 2021

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.

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Posted on: March 5, 2021

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...

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Posted on: March 2, 2021

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...

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Posted on: February 26, 2021

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 ...

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Posted on: February 25, 2021

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...

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Posted on: February 17, 2021

Gainesville, NGCF address community needs magnified by pandemic

City of Gainesville + NGCF check presentation

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...

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Posted on: February 17, 2021

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...

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Posted on: November 25, 2020

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...

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Posted on: February 10, 2021

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...

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Posted on: December 11, 2020

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...

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Posted on: February 10, 2021

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 ...

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Posted on: February 4, 2021

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 ...

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Posted on: February 3, 2021

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 ...

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Posted on: February 2, 2021

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&...

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Posted on: December 25, 2020

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...

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Posted on: February 1, 2021

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

The Gainesville Cotton Mill after the tornado of 1903

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...

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Posted on: January 25, 2021

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 ...

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Posted on: January 25, 2021

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...

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Posted on: January 20, 2021

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...

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Posted on: January 4, 2021

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....

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