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His name isn't Punxsutawney Phil, but North Georgia's 'Yonah' is ready for Groundhog Day
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Yonah, a five-year-old groundhog at North Georgia Wildlife Park, will look for his shadow in a virtual event Feb. 2, 2022, to predict the arrival of spring. Photo courtesy North Georgia Wildlife Park
Rachel Keck
The Times
Published: Jan 27, 2022, 8:38 PM
Will winter prevail another six weeks, or are hints of springtime unfurling around the corner? North Georgia will soon find out with the help of its annually consulted meteorologist, Yonah the groundhog.
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8 Things to do in Hall County this weekend, April 3–April 6
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The 2025 North Georgia Home Show will take place at Lanier Technical College on April 5-6 and offers an opportunity for people to connect with top home improvement experts and explore the latest trends in home design and construction.
Greg Finan Jr.
The Times
Published: Apr 3, 2025, 5:39 PM
There’s plenty on this weekend’s calendar, including an author talk with Erik Qualman, the Hall County Master Gardeners Spring Expo, a few concerts – ranging from a young Elvis tribute band to a Motley Crue tribute band – and the North Georgia Home Show, among others.
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