*The USA TODAY Homefront research team recently ranked 32 cities in Georgia across 16 metrics to determine the best Georgia cities – and Gainesville came in at #18. Learn more about the top cities and how the rest of the state stacks up by clicking here: What Are the Best Cities To Move to in Georgia (usatoday.com)
*The woman who has been serving as Chief Assistant Solicitor General for Hall County, Stephanie Thompson, will take the place of Stephanie Woodard, who resigned last Friday in the wake of her indictment on charges of making false statements and theft by taking. Thompson who was named interim solicitor Friday was given the top job Monday and was sworn in at that time.
*The Lanier Canoe & Kayak Club finished first in the American Canoe Association’s (ACA) Sprint National Championships last week at the Lake Lanier Olympic Park.