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Tracy Tesmer Design/Remodeling, a Gainesville-based home, kitchen and bathroom remodeling firm, recently announced two additions to its staff.

Jackson EMC Sunday began releasing some of the 250 contractors from from seven states who had been on standby in case of widespread power outages caused by what was left of Hurricane Nate.

Gibson Dental Designs, a full-service dental laboratory with headquarters in Gainesville, has launched its new brand and website.

Two men from Gainesville and one from Dawsonville are included on this year's Georgia Trend Magazine 40 under 40 list.

North Georgia Technical College announces the appointment of two new board members.

Kay Keller is the new director of economic development and community engagement at the University of North Georgia, effective Sept. 25.

The Jackson EMC Foundation board of directors awarded $119,233 in grants to organizations during its September meeting, including $29,985 to organizations serving Hall County:

Dr. James E. Southerland, Brenau University's longest-serving professor, has a soon-to-be-published book, "Sharecropper’s Son: A Journey of Teaching and Learning," in which he chronicles his life from his childhood in south Alabama through his decades of service to Brenau.