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10/18/2025

Holly Fox Strickland’s killer is still out there. Found in her own Oakwood backyard in 2014, the 32-year-old left behind two young children who were separated in the aftermath. Through interviews with her family, friends, law enforcement, private investigators and a forensic expert, the Taken Too Soon team retraces the steps of the initial investigation. Is justice still possible?

Listen to all 8 episodes now on your favorite podcast app now or at the link in bio.

Want to know more about the data center? Don't miss this town hall.
10/17/2025

Want to know more about the data center? Don't miss this town hall.

The developer for a proposed $1.2 billion data center in Hall County will hold a town hall about the project next week.

A passenger in the other vehicle had to be extricated and was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
10/17/2025

A passenger in the other vehicle had to be extricated and was later pronounced dead at the hospital.

A Gainesville woman fell asleep at the wheel Thursday, Oct. 16, on Cleveland Highway and crashed into another car head-on, killing the passenger in the other car, according to authorities.

10/17/2025

Bringing back their names 🪦❤ Watch Chip Wells, co-owner of Gainesville Marble and Granite Company, restore the beauty and legibility of decades-old headstones at Alta Vista Cemetery.
Read more about how to clean your own loved ones' monuments.

He says writing a bestseller isn’t a matter of luck, but of “calculated purpose, strategy and action.”
10/17/2025

He says writing a bestseller isn’t a matter of luck, but of “calculated purpose, strategy and action.”

Clay Stafford — author of “A Dozen Ways to Be a Bestseller” and founder of the Killer Nashville International Writers’ Conference — is coming to Gainesville.

Cherokee Bluff's athletic two-way standout is certainly getting lots of attention from major Division-I football program...
10/17/2025

Cherokee Bluff's athletic two-way standout is certainly getting lots of attention from major Division-I football programs for his production on both sides of the ball.

Two-way standout for the Bears has garnered two SEC offers this week.

For both exams, Buford High ranks among the top 10% of all high schools statewide.
10/16/2025

For both exams, Buford High ranks among the top 10% of all high schools statewide.

Students in the 2025 class at Buford City Schools once again achieved among the highest ACT and SAT scores in Georgia.

This year’s average score was higher than last year’s.
10/16/2025

This year’s average score was higher than last year’s.

Gainesville City Schools’ class of 2025 outperformed both the state and national averages on the ACT.

Curious about this week's health inspection scores? 👀🍴 You can read all about broken sinks, damaged flooring and contami...
10/16/2025

Curious about this week's health inspection scores? 👀🍴 You can read all about broken sinks, damaged flooring and contaminated food in this week's inspection recap.
Check out the link in bio for more details on local restaurants.

The following are among the restaurants inspected by the Hall County Environmental Health Department.

The prosecutor said some of the places where the defendant spent money included Amazon, Home Depot, a Fabletics subscrip...
10/16/2025

The prosecutor said some of the places where the defendant spent money included Amazon, Home Depot, a Fabletics subscription, Apple, Instacart, Tractor Supply, Kroger, Belk, DIRECTV and various restaurants.

The former executive director of a Gainesville nonprofit serving adults with disabilities was using the ministry’s money like her own checking account, according to prosecutors.

Ada Mae Ivester was 95 when she died Sunday, Oct. 12. She had her passions – such as church and gardening – but she was ...
10/16/2025

Ada Mae Ivester was 95 when she died Sunday, Oct. 12. She had her passions – such as church and gardening – but she was so much more. Learn about the life and legacy of Ada, the mother of former Coca-Cola chairman and local philanthropist, Doug Ivester.

Ada Mae Ivester had her passions – such as church and gardening – but she was so much more.

Cheers! Your favorite new hangout spot is here. 🍸🎉 Archie's Cocktail Bar is serving up incredible drinks and a relaxed a...
10/16/2025

Cheers! Your favorite new hangout spot is here. 🍸🎉 Archie's Cocktail Bar is serving up incredible drinks and a relaxed atmosphere in downtown Gainesville.
Ready to ? Check out the link in bio for more details.

Downtown Gainesville has a new destination for those seeking a break from the usual hectic nightlife.

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