🌱 High Speed Car Chase + Shaw Industries Driver Added To Hall Of Fame

Welcome back, Dalton! I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Plenty of sunshine. High: 89 Low: 70.
• Friday: Humid; a strong p.m. t-storm. High: 95 Low: 69.

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Here are the top three stories today in Dalton:

1. This past Tuesday, a high-speed chase ensued in Whitfield County, resulting in a car crash and an individual being arrested shortly after. A vehicle was identified by deputies at a Circle K in Dalton for being involved in an earlier robbery, the suspect fled the scene hitting high speeds before losing control and colliding with another vehicle on the interstate. Suspect 23-year-old Kayvon Taylor fled the scene on foot after crashing before being tracked down and arrested a short distance from the scene, he is currently facing several charges. (WTVC)
2. Earlier this week it was announced that Shaw Industries has inducted driver Claude "Ricky" Cook into the National Private Truck Council's Hall of Fame. Cook has been driving for Shaw Industries for 38 years and has driven 4.4 million miles without a preventable or moving accident. Since joining in 1984 Cook has served several roles within the company and proven to be a valuable team member in every role, he is only the fifth Shaw driver in the Hall of Fame. Each year only four drivers are selected from NPTC member fleets and only 144 have ever made the rank. (Floor Daily)
3. Dalton police arrested 29-year-old Marcus Antroune Freeman earlier this week for a shooting that took place behind Kroger's shopping center. Officers reported that a domestic dispute did occur prior to the shooting and no one was injured, it was also confirmed that during the incident Freeman fired several shots behind the store. Freeman was found by investigating officers fleeing from the scene on foot near Dug Gap Road, he is currently facing aggravated assault and reckless conduct charges. (WDEF News 12)

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Today and tomorrow in and around Dalton:

Thursday, June 29

• VBS In The Rainforest At Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church (6:00 PM)

Friday, June 30

• Disco Night At Hamilton Skate Place, Chattanooga (6:00 PM)
• Ain't Just Whistlin' Dixie: Jazz Band At Burr Performing Arts Park (6:30 PM)
• Pops In Burr Park At Burr Performing Arts Park (6:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• REMINDER: The Greater Dalton Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its next Lunch and Learn event on August 22 with Jackie Killings. The topic of this meal is creating an inclusive environment, you can purchase your tickets now through this link. (Greater Dalton Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• Just a friendly reminder, the Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library will be closed Jul. 3-4 for the holiday. As always, there will still be access to book drops and all of the online material, everyone has a safe and exciting holiday! (Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library via Facebook)
• The holiday weekend is officially upon Dalton and there are some great events slated for it! You can check out fireworks on three different occasions this weekend, bring your family out and get ready to celebrate under the stars this Independence Day weekend. (Dalton Events via Facebook)

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

— 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.