🌱 WeGo In Gainesville + Restaurants & Retailers For Rescues This Week

Welcome back, Gainesville! I'm here in your inbox per usual to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 77 Low: 66.
• Wednesday: Occasional rain and a t-storm. High: 73 Low: 65.

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Here are the top three stories today in Gainesville:

1. Discover the convenience of WeGo, the rideshare transportation service offered by the City of Gainesville. Available on weekdays from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., excluding holidays, WeGo is ready to serve passengers in Gainesville-Hall County. To book a ride, simply download the free Via app called "WeGo Powered by Via" on your mobile device or dial 770-503-3333, Option 1. Find out more about Hall Area Transit Services and plan your next journey by visiting the provided link. (City of Gainesville, Georgia via Facebook)
2. The Columbus Chatt-a-Hoots recently won a game against the Atlanta Crackers with a score of 5-3. This victory keeps them tied with the Gainesville Gol'Diggers for first place in the Sunbelt Baseball League. The Chatt-a-Hoots will be playing against the Brookhaven Bucks next before returning home for a weekend series with the Alpharetta Aviators on Jun. 23. The team's success in the league highlights the competitive spirit and talent of both Columbus and Gainesville in baseball. (WTVM)
3. Get ready to support the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia as they host "Restaurants & Retailers for Rescues" today. Local restaurants and retailers are joining forces with the organization by pledging to donate a portion of their proceeds to promote animal welfare. Save the date, indulge in delicious food, and shop with a purpose to make a difference in the lives of animals in need. For more information and the event schedule, click here. (Humane Society of Northeast Georgia via Facebook)

Today and tomorrow in Gainesville:

Tuesday, June 20

• Newcomers Duplicate Bridge Game At Lanierland Duplicate Bridge Club (10:30 AM)

Wednesday, June 21

• Storybook & Sensory Bin Time At Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Looking to buy a home in the Gainesville area? The real estate market in Gainesville offers a range of options for potential buyers. Discover the five latest properties for sale, including a listing with three beds and two baths priced at $280,000 and another with five beds and four baths priced at $389,000. (Gainesville Patch)
• Celebrate Juneteenth at the Northeast Georgia History Center (NEGAHC) in Gainesville where an extraordinary exhibition of historic portraitures capturing the essence of Black Americans from the early 1900s is on display until the end of June. (Explore Gainesville via Facebook)
• The City of Gainesville had a bustling and prosperous Fiscal Year 2023, with even more achievements and developments yet to be revealed. Explore the newly launched City Snapshot for a comprehensive overview, including exciting new construction activities, by visiting the provided link. (City of Gainesville, Georgia via Facebook)

That's it for today! I'll see you around.

— Lauren Kubiak

About me: Lauren is an Editor for Lightning Media Partners. She graduated from Rowan University with a Bachelor’s in journalism. She was previously a full-time editor at an association management firm, editing peer-reviewed nursing journals, textbooks, and newsletters.