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Good morning to you Gainesville! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Gainesville man jailed after alleged violent assault near Sardis Road
  • Thinking about a fall stroll through Gainesville's botanical garden?
  • How UNG's Gainesville campus is tackling hunger with "Grocery Games"

Also on today's calendar: Full Service Dog Trainer Course | October 12, 2026 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why should you never iron a 4-leaf colver? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 85 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 86, low: 65. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Mostly cloudy and humid, with a high of 84 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. HCSO: Domestic incident began in Sardis Rd. area & continued from jail (wgtjradio.com) — A Gainesville man is being held without bond in Hall County Jail after deputies say he repeatedly assaulted a woman in the Sardis Road area and choked her unconscious twice while a toddler was present. Authorities say the violence continued with harassing calls from jail, and the victim required hospital treatment. Charges include aggravated assault, child cruelty, and false imprisonment.
   

2. GPOD on the Road: Exploring Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville (finegardening.com) — If you're looking for a nearby day trip, this piece spotlights the Atlanta Botanical Garden's Gainesville location, with fall berries, bog plants, and even a dragon sculpture to discover. A visiting gardener shares photos and impressions, and readers are invited to submit their own garden pictures and stories for possible publication.
   

3. UNG's Second Annual Hunger and Homelessness Week: What It Is and What Students Can Do (ungvanguard.org) — UNG students at the Gainesville campus can join "Grocery Games" during the university's second Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, learning about food insecurity in a hands-on way. Organizers are seeking proposals for additional programs across all campuses, aiming to connect students with resources and service opportunities as local data show rising concerns about affording food in Hall and nearby counties.
   

4. Governor Brian Kemp Suspends Gas Tax Through October (921wlhr.com) — Drivers in Gainesville are paying among the highest gas prices in Georgia, even as Governor Brian Kemp suspends the state motor fuel tax through October 29 to offer some relief. The order also eases truck weight limits to lower shipping costs, while AAA shares practical tips to help you stretch each tank a bit further.
   

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Ok Gainesville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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