Gainesville
Georgia
City Of Gainesville
History
Established as "Mule Camp Springs" near the crossing of two Indian trails followed by settlers in the 1800s, the City of Gainesville has maintained and built upon its historical legacy as a regional transportation and trade center for almost two centuries.
Less than three years after the creation of Hall County, the village of Mule Camp Springs was chosen to serve as the site of government for the new county and was chartered by the Georgia Legislature Nov. 30, 1821.
At the suggestion of Justice John Vance Cotter, it was given the name "Gainesville" in honor of Gen. Edmund P. Gaines, a hero of the War of 1812, and a noted military surveyor and road-builder. Gainesville has been a part of the nation's governmental framework longer than 26 of the 50 states.
Recent News
City Of Gainesville News : Mutts on Main returns March 25 to Historic Gainesville square
GAINESVILLE, Ga. (March 6, 2023) – Join Main Street Gainesville for a tail-waggin’ good time Saturday, March 25, when the historic square goes to the dogs with the return of Mutts on Main in downtown Gainesville. This annual pet expo…
Read More »City Of Gainesville News : Aviation Boulevard lane shift set Tuesday, February 28, 2023
GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Feb. 23, 2023) – Drivers should expect a lane shift in the area of 1020 Aviation Blvd. from 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28. A crane will be positioned in the area to repair a wall at Mar-Jac Poultry. Traffic control will be…
Read More »City Of Gainesville Recognized For Completing Georgia Economic Placemaking Collaborative
The City of Gainesville was recognized as a graduate of the Georgia Economic Placemaking Collaborative (GEPC) program by the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) and the Georgia Cities Foundation (GCF) at the 2023 Cities United Summit. Nearly 1,000…
Read More »City Of Gainesville News Gainesville Makes BRAG’s 2023 Route Of ‘Charming GA Towns
GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Feb. 6, 2023) – The Bicycle Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) has announced the route for its 43rd Annual Big BRAG ride June 3-10 and the results are in: the City of Gainesville will play host to roughly 1,500 cyclists this summer…
Read More »City Of Gainesville News : Bicycle Ride Across Georgia Announces Route For Big BRAG Ride
Atlanta – The Bicycle Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) is excited to announce the route for their annual Big BRAG ride, taking place June 3-10. Cyclists will embark on a nearly 400-mile journey across the state of Georgia, starting in Clayton on…
Read More »City Of Gainesville : New Gainesville Moving To Once-Weekly Curbside Garbage Collection In January
Gainesville moving to once-weekly garbage collection in January GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Dec. 6, 2022) – For the first time in nearly 13 years, the City of Gainesville has modified its solid waste services, moving garbage collection from twice…
Read More »City Of Gainesville News - Scholarship Offered to Poultry, Agriculture Majors
Scholarship offered to poultry, agriculture majors The City of Gainesville is pleased to announce the application process for the 2023 Gainesville Chicken Festival Scholarship opens Jan. 15. You may apply for this scholarship through March 1,…
Read More »City Of Gainesville : Holly Jolly Trolley canceled Christmas week
With wintry conditions forecast this week for Gainesville-Hall County, creating the potential for gusty winds and black ice, the Holly Jolly Trolley will not run Christmas week. Hop aboard next week any time from 5:30-10 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29;…
Read More »City Of Gainesville's 3rd Annual Festival Of Trees Underway
Christmas is around the corner and to spread a little holiday merriment, the City of Gainesville is hosting its third annual Festival of Trees (formerly known as the Gainesville Administration Building Christmas Tree Decorating Contest).…
Read More »City Of Gainesville News : Moving To Once-Weekly Curbside Garbage Collection In January
For the first time in nearly 13 years, the City of Gainesville has modified its solid waste services, moving garbage collection from twice weekly to once weekly effective Jan. 23, 2023. Customers will also be required to bring their trash to the…
Read More »City Of Gainesville News Gainesville Moving To Once-Weekly Curbside Garbage Collection In January
GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Dec. 6, 2022) – For the first time in nearly 13 years, the City of Gainesville has modified its solid waste services, moving garbage collection from twice weekly to once weekly effective Jan. 23, 2023. Customers will also be…
Read More »City Of Gainesville Proposing Once-Weekly Curbside Garbage Collection In '23
After 10-plus years of providing a high level of service for the same fixed price, the City of Gainesville says – with the rising cost of providing solid waste services – the time has come to make an adjustment, either to the service or…
Read More »City Of Gainesville News Holly Jolly Trolley Hits City Streets This Weekend
GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Nov. 22, 2022) – New in 2022, the City of Gainesville is giving the gift of a Holly Jolly Trolley to residents and visitors seeking oohs and ahhs this holiday season. To help spread holiday cheer and boost excitement around…
Read More »City Of Gainesville News : CDG names Gainesville Top 10 '22 Digital Cities Survey winner
GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Nov. 18, 2022) – The City of Gainesville is thrilled to have been recognized as a Top 10 2022 Digital Cities Survey winner by the Center for Digital Government (CDG), part of Government Technology News. The top 10-ranking…
Read More »School Canceled as DWR Works To Repair Overnight Main Break For Gainesville
Gainesville, GA - The Gainesville Department of Water Resources (DWR) is working to repair a water main break responsible for school cancelations at Gainesville High School and Centennial Arts Academy. DWR Assistant Director Don Dye described the…
Read More »City Of Gainesville : New Alert 2022 Gainesville Chicken Festival Guest Information
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Read More »City Of Gainesville News - Annual Trick or Treat on the Square set Monday, October 31, 2022
Annual Trick or Treat on the Square set Monday, Oct. 31 GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Oct. 17, 2022) – The historic square in downtown Gainesville will get a little sweeter – and spookier – come Monday, Oct. 31, with the return of Main Street…
Read More »City Of Gainesville New Alert Cluck Wristband Presale Ongoing Now Through October 21
Cluck wristbands securing you 10 ample samples at the 2022 Gainesville Chicken Festival are now available for presale online through 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21! Buy one for $6 or five for $25 here:…
Read More »City Of Gainesville News : City on board with trolley tracking app
GAINESVILLE, Ga. (July 18, 2022) – To better serve riders of the popular Gainesville Trolley, the City of Gainesville – specifically Hall Area Transit (HAT) – has plans to unveil a mobile app enabling users to pinpoint the…
Read More »City Of Gainesville News - Join Us: 2022 Georgia Police and Fire Games June 20-25 in Gainesville-Hall County
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Read More »City Of Gainesville - Volunteers needed for 2022 Georgia Police And Fire Games
GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 1, 2022) – With the start of the 2022 Georgia Police & Fire Games just around the corner, the City of Gainesville is seeking volunteers to assist with events slated June 20-25 at various venues across…
Read More »City Of Gainesville - Summertime spin: City rolling out downtown, neighborhood trolleys
GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 26, 2022) – The City of Gainesville, specifically Hall Area Transit (HAT), is proud to announce the return of a downtown summer trolley service on weekdays, plus two new downtown neighborhood services on weekends, all…
Read More »City Of Gainesville News - Gainesville CVB launches ‘Love Where You Live’ Campaign
Gainesville CVB launches ‘Love Where You Live’ campaign GAINESVILLE, Ga. (May 10, 2022) – You’re invited! The Gainesville Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) welcomes you to experience for yourself why City of Gainesville…
Read More »City Of Gainesville News - Washington Street milling continues Wednesday
GAINESVILLE, Ga. (April 27, 2022) – Due to unforeseen circumstances, milling will continue today, April 27, on Washington Street from Green to Bradford streets. Crews are working toward completing the project by the week’s end. Once…
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