Ken Stanford

Jackson EMC, in partnership with the Georgia Department of Transportation and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, will help place two Osprey nests at Lake Lanier on Friday morning.

Financial services firm Edward Jones, which has an office in Gainesville, ranks No. 5 on the 2017 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list in its 18th appearance on the prestigious list, according to global research and consulting firm Great Place to Work and Fortune magazine.

Japanese dignitaries visited the University of North Georgia Dahlonega Campus Wednesday as part of an ongoing effort to teach students about authentic Japanese society and culture.

Forsyth County Manager Doug Derrer, who once held public offices in Hall County, plans to retire April 2.

The City of Suwanee has named the members of its fourth Suwanee Youth Leaders Class.

A new study by the National Council for Home Safety and Security shows that Braselton and Flowery Branch are among the ten safest cities in Georgia. Gainesville is #45 on the list.

Ava White Academy now has new name and 501 (c)(3) status that provide an opportunity to enhance the school’s learning environment and make its services available to more students in the community.

Fair Street International Academy hosted its annual Heritage Luncheon recently for parents, community members, and Fair Street alumni.

Ford Motor Company will present a new Ford Transit Van to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hall County Tuesday in a ceremony at the Positive Place Club in Gainesville.

Edward Jones Financial Advisor Beth Baldwin of Gainesville recently attended a women's conference sponsored by her employer.