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Hall County Courthouse located in the City of Gainesville. Photo by Jimmy Emerson.

Explore Gainesville’s Historic Monuments

Payton Gregory, Staff Writer September 29, 2025

The City of Gainesville was established on November 30, 1821. With deep roots comes a deep history, and Gainesville has plenty of it to show. Here are some of the City's historical sites.    The...

Students participating in worship together at The Living Room in Browns Bridge Church.

Christian Ministries Are Available on Campus

Madison Pruitt, Student Writer September 18, 2025

Community is important for college students. For students wanting to prioritize their faith, the University of North Georgia has several ministries for different denominations. Within these ministries,...

The vast multitude of dining options open to students at the Gainesville Student Center.

Minimizing Food Waste at UNG

Robert Bradley, Staff Writer September 9, 2025

 At the University of North Georgia’s Gainesville campus, food waste from busy student dining spaces is being redirected toward solutions that support both sustainability and student well-being. The...

What, Where and Who is Playing Near You?

J. Barrett Bowen III, Staff Writer September 2, 2025

As the school year starts to make its return to normalcy and routines get reestablished, students are starting to look for fun things to do to break the monotony. A concert is a great way to relax on a...

The "Face the Strange" mural was unveiled on the University of North Georgia's Gainesville Campus on Aug. 26.

“Face The Strange,” Celebrating the Unveiling of UNG’s Newest Mural

Riley Hansen, Staff Writer August 30, 2025

Students and staff celebrated the unveiling of the University of North Georgia's Gainesville Department of Visual Arts' newest mural, “Face the Strange,” on Aug. 26. The department celebrated the...

Rubber chickens hanging from the River Roadies' tent during the 2019 Gainesville Chicken Festival. Photo by Austin Steele.

The Gainesville Chicken Festival Celebrates 20th Anniversary

Payton Gregory, Staff Writer August 25, 2025

On Oct. 18 the Gainesville Chicken Festival celebrates its 20th Anniversary and this year includes a sticker contest.  Submissions for the sticker are due on Friday, September 19th, approximately...

The Newtown Florist Club has advocated for social and environmental justice in Gainesville since 1950.

The Newtown Florist Club: The 70-Year Fight for Environmental Justice in Gainesville

Lawson Smith, Staff Editor April 28, 2025

In April 1936, the City of Gainesville was devastated by an F-4 tornado that blew directly through the town square at over 260 mph. The storm significantly damaged the city’s business district, 200 people...

The pop-up maid cafe, hosted by the university’s Japan Club, aimed to introduce students to a unique aspect of Japanese pop culture.

Maid to Serve: Japan Club Hosts Maid Cafe

Alli Clark, Staff Editor April 20, 2025

Students that found themselves in the University of North Georgia's Nesbitt Building on Friday, April 18 were greeted by an international sight. Located in the Language Lab on the fourth floor, servers...

Ryan Gentry, the Vice President of Japan Club (GVL), browses the wide web for uniforms to supply his dedicated staff members.

Japan Club to Showcase Maid Café Culture

Daniel Michael, Staff Editor April 12, 2025

On Apr. 18, the Japan Club (GVL) will be hosting a Maid Café in Nesbitt 4201 from 2 - 5 p.m. for all to attend. The event will feature free Japanese-themed foods such as fruit sandwiches, onigiri, melon...

University of North Georgia Alumna Joy Licciardi currently serves as the  Public Information Officer for the Hall County Government.

Women of UNG: Alumna Joy Licciardi Reflects on Education, Professional Journey

Lawson Smith, Staff Editor April 1, 2025

University of North Georgia alumna and Public Information Officer for the Hall County Government Joy Licciardi recently reflected on her time at the school and how her education prepared her for her career.  Licciardi,...

The Georgia Mountain Food Bank serves 35,000 people each month through its partnerships and services.

‘Filling the Gap’: Georgia Mountain Food Bank Fights Food Insecurity

Lawson Smith, Staff Editor April 1, 2025

A non-profit based in Gainesville is working to feed communities in North Georgia as food insecurity continues to rise nationwide.  The Georgia Mountain Food Bank partners with 65 agencies across Hall,...

UNG Gainesville's Martha T. Nesbitt Academic Building and Hugh Mills Physical Education Center have been closed until further notice.

Breaking News: Gas Leak Reported around Nesbitt Building

Alli Clark, Staff Editor March 20, 2025

Martha T. Nesbitt Academic Building and Hugh Mills Physical Education Center, two buildings on the University of North Georgia’s Gainesville campus, were closed and evacuated today, around 3:30 P.M....

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