Monday July 7th, 2025 7:06AM

Local Business News

Local state House member named committee chair
State Rep. Tommy Barr (R-Lawrenceville), whose district includes a portion of Hall County, has been named chairman of the House Code Revision Committee.
2:00PM ( 7 years ago )
Unemployment insurance claims down in Gainesville, most of Georgia
First-time claims for unemployment insurance in Georgia decreased in November in Gainesville and most of the state when compared to a year ago.
1:00PM ( 7 years ago )
Nearly 1.8M Dodge pickups being recalled
Fiat Chrysler is recalling nearly 1.8 million Ram trucks mainly in North America because they can be shifted out of park without the driver’s foot on the brake or possibly without the key in the ignition.
12:30PM ( 7 years ago )
North Ga. Tech announces changes affecting GED classes
North Georgia Technical College is offering new GED class times and locations beginning in January.
6:00AM ( 7 years ago )
AAA: Record-breaking 107M Americans to celebrate holidays away from home
'Tis the season to spend with family and friends, and this year Americans are traveling in record numbers, according to AAA.
5:00AM ( 7 years ago )
Piedmont College receives $50K from Peach State Federal Credit Union
Peach State Federal Credit Union has made a $50,000 donation to Piedmont College benefitting the Dr. Robert H. Wainberg Natural Sciences Research Fund.
6:00PM ( 7 years ago )
Hall County announces holiday 'closing' plans
Hall County's administrative offices, courts and community centers will be closed Dec. 22-Dec. 25 for the Christmas holidays, as well as Jan. 1 for the New Year's holiday.
2:00PM ( 7 years ago )
GaDOE wins USDA award; Gainesville, Rabun Co. school systems receive special recognition
The Georgia Department of Education has been recognized by the federal government for its state promotion of Farm to School across Georgia, and three school systems were singled out for special recognition.
6:00AM ( 7 years ago )
Flowery Branch firm sold
RMS Associates, Inc., an Atlanta-based MSP, VOIP and technology solution provider, has completed the acquisition of Global IT Department, LLC of Flowery Branch. Financial terms were not disclosed.
11:03AM ( 7 years ago )
Gainesville Police hosting 'Shop with a Cop' Friday
The Gainesville Police Department will host the 15th annual “Shop with a Gainesville Cop” Friday at WalMart on Shallowford Road.
10:19AM ( 7 years ago )