For readers looking for specific historical articles or past coverage of a particular event, a search icon is located at the top right of the homepage. Typing keywords, names, or specific locations into this search tool will retrieve relevant archived articles. ## How to Find Obituaries and Tributes Accessing local obituaries is a common need for residents in the Gainesville area. The platform hosts a dedicated section for local death notices and funeral arrangements. To find this information, select the "Obituaries" tab from the main menu. On the official All Obituaries page, users have several ways to locate a specific record: * **Name Search:** A search bar is available to perform a partial or full name search to quickly locate an individual. * **Alphabetical Filter:** Listings can be filtered by selecting the first letter of the deceased's last name. * **Monthly Browse:** Users can browse listings chronologically by month to view all notices published during a specific timeframe.
When you click on an individual's name, it opens a dedicated page containing the full obituary text, scheduled service information, tribute options (such as leaving a message for the family), and direct links to purchase and send flowers. Please note that while recent records are kept up to date, the availability of older historical records is not guaranteed. ## Accessing Radio Broadcasts and Podcasts Because the platform is operated by Jacobs Media, it integrates local radio broadcasting with digital print news. Users can access live audio streams of local stations, including WDUN AM 550, WDUN FM 102.9, and local sports radio. To listen to live broadcasts, click the "Listen Live" links located at the top of the website. This feature allows residents to hear local talk shows, high school sports broadcasts, and hourly news updates directly through their computer or smartphone speakers. Additionally, pre-recorded podcasts and interviews featuring Gainesville community leaders are archived on the site for on-demand listening.
## Alternative Sources for Gainesville and Hall County News While AccessNorthGa is a prominent source for digital news in the region, several alternative, reliable outlets also cover the Gainesville and Hall County area: * **The Gainesville Times:** The primary daily print and digital newspaper dedicated specifically to Hall County, offering in-depth investigative reporting and local features. * **Hall County Government Website:** The official portal for Hall County, which publishes press releases, public meeting agendas, and official county department updates. * **City of Gainesville Official Website:** The municipal website providing direct updates on city services, road closures, parks and recreation, and city council decisions. * **Atlanta Broadcast News Outlets:** Major television affiliates covering the broader Atlanta metro area and North Georgia (such as WSB-TV, FOX 5 Atlanta, 11Alive, and Atlanta News First) frequently report on major breaking news stories originating in Gainesville.