7 Key Updates About Hall County, Georgia

1. Inmate Hospitalized After Altercation in Hall County Jail

A Hall County Jail inmate remained hospitalized on October 3, two days after being slammed into the floor of a jail pod by another inmate, according to authorities.

2. Burn Ban Lifted in Hall County

Hall County residents are now allowed to burn with the proper permits, following the lifting of the burn ban.

3. Missing Woman with Autism Found in Hall County

Hall County deputies successfully located a missing, endangered non-verbal woman with autism, ensuring her safety and well-being.

4. Chemical Plant Fire Affects Gainesville and Hall County Schools

Students and staff in the Gainesville and Hall County school systems were advised to stay inside due to a chemical plant fire in Conyers that sent toxic plumes across county lines.

5. Trump VP Candidate Vance to Hold Rally in Flowery Branch

Sen. JD Vance, Donald Trumps running mate in the 2024 presidential election, held a rally in Flowery Branch on September 26.

6. Hall County Government to Hold TSPLOST Info Sessions

Hall County government is organizing information sessions about the Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST) throughout October.

7. Preparations for Tropical Storm Helene in Hall County

Residents in Hall County are preparing for the remnants of Tropical Storm Helene, with emergency officials advising them to have supplies to last at least 72 hours without power.