Category: Columns
The wacky weather of December
by Glenn Burns | Nov 30, 2025 | Glenn Burns Weather
I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Our November weather was sure interesting. Cold arctic air and snow flurries and …
Read MoreWhy we still need newspapers
by Bill Crane | Nov 30, 2025 | One Man's Opinion
Growing up in a newspaper family and running a newspaper route with a neighborhood buddy for the AJC as one of my first jobs, I will admit that I have a …
Read MoreSome senior-friendly options for bathroom remodeling projects
by Tammy Doyle | Nov 30, 2025 | Design & Remodel
When it comes to starting a remodeling project, most of us stay busy visualizing the possibilities that will …
Read MoreInside and out, winter color brightens beyond the holiday season
by Pamela A. Keene | Nov 30, 2025 | Curb Appeal
Instant color from plants comes in all shapes and forms for the holidays …
Read MoreStay safe while under canvas during winter boating season
by Frank Taylor | Nov 30, 2025 | The Careful Captain
It’s that time of year again. This past weekend, I put the canvas on my boat – always a bit of a sad day for me. It marks the …
Read MoreModern eclectic nature and public park in Suwanee
by Bill Vanderford | Nov 30, 2025 | Vanderford's Travels
Sometimes we travel a long way looking for something interesting that can often be found very near to home. The City of Suwanee now …
Read MoreForecasting in November is always a struggle
by Glenn Burns | Nov 7, 2025 | Glenn Burns Weather
As chief meteorologist for WSB-TV for 42 years, when November came around, it was always time to buy
Read MoreOur right to free speech is almost absolute
by Bill Crane | Nov 7, 2025 | One Man's Opinion
I am not a lawyer, nor expert in Constitutional Law, nor do I play one on TV, thankfully our …
Read MoreTransform your basement: creative ideas for multi-functional spaces
by Tammy Doyle | Nov 7, 2025 | Design & Remodel
The options to maximize the space in your basement are endless! With a bit of planning and …
Read MoreSeeking common sense? Try the Old Farmer’s Almanac
by Pamela A. Keene | Nov 7, 2025 | Curb Appeal
From the best day to cut your hair to when to look for the next lunar eclipse, check out the …
Read MoreWas it a near miss or non-incident?
by Frank Taylor | Nov 7, 2025 | The Careful Captain
I had a near miss recently. Fortunately, that’s all it was – a near miss, not …
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Lake Lanier Weather
Lake Events
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13dec5:00 pm2025 Holiday Boat Parade, Lake Lanier
Event Details
Holiday Boat Parade, Lake Lanier Annual holiday Festival of lights Boat Parade on Lake Lanier with decorated boats. The holiday parade will begin at Port Royale on Lake Lanier at 5:00
Event Details
Holiday Boat Parade, Lake Lanier
Annual holiday Festival of lights Boat Parade on Lake Lanier with decorated boats. The holiday parade will begin at Port Royale on Lake Lanier at 5:00 p.m. and end at Margaritaville. The parade will cruise through the following marinas: Port Royal, Aqualand, University Yacht Club, Lazy Days, Holiday Marina and end at Margaritaville. The boats are judged and prizes awarded for creativity and festivity. This year your help will be going to Georgia Sheriffs’ Association Youth Home, Kare for Kids, and Georgia K9 Search & Recovery.
Date:Â Saturday, December 13 2025
Time: 5:00 – 10:00 pm
Location: see website/facebook for more information, Port Royal Marina, 8800 Port Royale Drive, Gainesville, GA 30506
Cost: see registration for boat entry fees, donations, etc.
For more information: (registration/route/time schedule) www.georgiasheriffsyouth.org, Georgia K9 Search & Recovery, Kare for Kids
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(Saturday) 5:00 pm
Off Lake Events
december
13dec5:00 pm2025 Holiday Boat Parade, Lake Lanier
Event Details
Holiday Boat Parade, Lake Lanier Annual holiday Festival of lights Boat Parade on Lake Lanier with decorated boats. The holiday parade will begin at Port Royale on Lake Lanier at 5:00
Event Details
Holiday Boat Parade, Lake Lanier
Annual holiday Festival of lights Boat Parade on Lake Lanier with decorated boats. The holiday parade will begin at Port Royale on Lake Lanier at 5:00 p.m. and end at Margaritaville. The parade will cruise through the following marinas: Port Royal, Aqualand, University Yacht Club, Lazy Days, Holiday Marina and end at Margaritaville. The boats are judged and prizes awarded for creativity and festivity. This year your help will be going to Georgia Sheriffs’ Association Youth Home, Kare for Kids, and Georgia K9 Search & Recovery.
Date:Â Saturday, December 13 2025
Time: 5:00 – 10:00 pm
Location: see website/facebook for more information, Port Royal Marina, 8800 Port Royale Drive, Gainesville, GA 30506
Cost: see registration for boat entry fees, donations, etc.
For more information: (registration/route/time schedule) www.georgiasheriffsyouth.org, Georgia K9 Search & Recovery, Kare for Kids
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Time
(Saturday) 5:00 pm
14dec12:00 pmBicycling-Sunday North Hall Rides
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville. Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD Date(s): Sundays Time: noon Location: Haynes
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville.
Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD
Date(s): Sundays
Time: noon
Location: Haynes Rd., Gainesville
For more info email: velocraig@hotmail.com.
Time
(Sunday) 12:00 pm
21dec12:00 pmBicycling-Sunday North Hall Rides
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville. Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD Date(s): Sundays Time: noon Location: Haynes
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville.
Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD
Date(s): Sundays
Time: noon
Location: Haynes Rd., Gainesville
For more info email: velocraig@hotmail.com.
Time
(Sunday) 12:00 pm
28dec12:00 pmBicycling-Sunday North Hall Rides
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville. Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD Date(s): Sundays Time: noon Location: Haynes
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville.
Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD
Date(s): Sundays
Time: noon
Location: Haynes Rd., Gainesville
For more info email: velocraig@hotmail.com.
Time
(Sunday) 12:00 pm
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