*The 56th annual Helen Oktoberfest got underway with a parade and other activities Saturday. You can check out what’s ahead for the next several weeks here: Oktoberfest 2026 – Helen Chamber of Commerce
*The Douglas and Kay Ivester Foundation has donated $38,000 to the Gainesville Ballet Company for sponsorship of the ballet group’s annual spring performance which will be held March 12-14 at Brenau University’s Pearce Auditorium.
*Gainesville’s 8th annual Latino Fest is just a couple of weeks away. It’s planned for Sept. 26 on the Midland Greenway. Click here for more details: 501c3