🌱 Dalton Man Guilty Of Murder + Local Students Win BBB Scholarship

Hello, everybody! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Warmer; a stray p.m. t-storm. High: 84 Low: 64.
• Sunday: A stray afternoon t-storm. High: 86 Low: 65.

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Here are the top three stories today in Dalton:

1. On Thursday, May 11, Gabriel Mekel Adams was found guilty of murder, attempted murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm. However, the Whitfield County jury acquitted him of a felony murder charge and a separate aggravated assault. The trial centered around a shooting that occurred at 801 North Selvidge St. on Mar. 31, 2022. Adams' sentencing will take place on May 23. (Chattanoogan)
2. The Dalton Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in identifying a woman accused of stealing a wallet. The incident took place on May 2 at the Glenwood Avenue Dollar General; the accused was spotted on surveillance video, apparently reaching into the shopping cart where the wallet was abandoned. Anyone with information on the woman's identity is asked to contact Detective Ben Ridley at (706) 278-9085, extension 9-122. (Dalton Police Department)
3. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Serving Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia has named its Students of Integrity scholarship winners for 2023, with each student receiving $1,000. The winners were recognized during the BBB's Torch Awards for Ethics luncheon on May 3. Local recipients included Parth Karande and Anna La from Dalton High School, sponsored by Shaw Industries and Food City respectively, and Joanna Nunez from Coahulla Creek High School in Dalton, sponsored by the Double Cola Company. (Daily Citizen)

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Today and tomorrow in Dalton:

Saturday, May 13

• Louder Together: Breaking The Silence Music Festival At Burr Performance Art Park (3:00 PM)

Sunday, May 14

• Splash Into Wellness At Mack Gaston Community Center (4:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking to fill out your calendar this weekend? How about for the rest of the year? Head to the link for a list of upcoming events in and around Dalton between now and December 2023. (Daily Citizen)
• If you're ready to add a furry friend to your household, start your search with these adorable, adoptable pets available at Dalton area shelters. (Dalton Patch)
• The Greater Dalton Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free Member Mixer at Dalton Brewing Company. The event will take place at Dalton Brewing Company from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and promises plenty of good food, libations, and networking. (Greater Dalton Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

You're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon!

— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.