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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:

  • How much did Gainesville crime really fall last year?
  • Where Gainesville's smash-burger favorite is moving on Main Street
  • How Gainesville roots shaped Tennessee linebacker Jeremiah Telander's rise

Also on today's calendar: Fall Garden Expo presented by Hall County Master Gardeners and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Tammy P.!

Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 89 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 87, low: 68.
  • Monday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 89 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. FBI: Gainesville, state crime rates down (wgtjradio.com) — Gainesville's violent crime rate dropped 17% in 2025, outpacing Georgia's overall 6.1% decline but still remaining above the state average. FBI data show sharp local reductions in property crimes as well, while Hall County–wide numbers are expected later this year.
   

2. The Lunch Counter Relocating to Larger Space in Gainesville (whatnow.com) — A popular Gainesville burger spot, The Lunch Counter, is moving to a much larger space at 893 Main Street, with a targeted opening in November. The new location will more than double its size, finally adding on-site seating while keeping its smash burgers, subs, and loaded fries that locals already love.
   

3. 'My family is everything': How Jeremiah Telander's family values carry him on, off the field (wivk.com) — Before starring at Tennessee, linebacker Jeremiah Telander played every snap at North Hall and Gainesville High School in Gainesville, where his parents' support and film sessions at home shaped his work ethic. His close-knit family still travels regularly to cheer him on, grounding his leadership and humility as he enters his senior season in Knoxville.
   

4. Pharm. D "Sherry" Sherron Elizabeth Knowles (wilsoncountysource.com) — Family and friends are remembering Sherron "Sherry" Knowles, who graduated from Brenau Academy High School in Gainesville before building a long pharmacy career with several major chains. The Knoxville resident, active in the Order of the Eastern Star, is survived by two sisters, several nieces, and great-nieces and nephews, with a private graveside service planned.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I have two very sweet cats looking for homes.
    I do TNR with strays around my house and recently have trapped these babies but they are just too sweet to put back outside! I'd love to find them… (Nextdoor Bolman Estates)
  • Is anyone in need of a beautiful king size bedroom set.
    Solid wood . Has been redone with new hardware includes tall dresser wide dresser and headboard and footboard including bed rails. (Nextdoor Thompson Bridge)
  • Savers Value Village posted a job opening for Retail Warehouse & Production Associate in Gainesville. Apply here.
  • Voyant Beauty posted a job opening for Sanitizer in Gainesville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Gainesville here.

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!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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