🌱 Humane Society Tours+ Revisiting The Dalton Mall + Summer Reading

Hello all. I'm here with your Tuesday edition of the Dalton Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out all the community news you need to know right now.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 78 Low: 67.
• Wednesday: Cloudy, a drenching t-storm. High: 77 Low: 65.

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Here are the top three stories today in Dalton:

1. Looking for a new family member? Take a gander at "Cubby", the Dalton Pet of the Week. The Human Society of Northwest Georgia presents this adorable brown and white dog for adoption to a new home. He loves people, children, and other dogs, - but keep him away from cats! You can visit Cubby and other animals while taking a tour of the facility on Fridays from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For safety reasons, children under 12 are not allowed into the dog area. The Society also welcomes you to volunteer. (Daily Citizen)
2. Is the Dalton Mall still a viable shopping space? This article by Best Attractions traces the mall's history from the first build to the present. Despite the bankruptcies, vacancies, and demolitions in the past, the current stores in the mall hold out hope for the future. You can add your comment about the Dalton Mall here. (bestattractions.org)
3. The Summer Reading Program is ongoing at the Dalton-Whitfield Branch of the North West Georgia Regional Library. This program awards prizes of cash, gift cards, and even more to kids, teens, and adults who accept and conquer its reading challenge. There is still time, as the program won't end until Jul. 14. (North Georgia Regional Library)

Today and tomorrow in Dalton:

Tuesday, June 20

• School Board Meeting At 1306 South Thornton Avenue (5:30 PM)

Wednesday, June 21

• Quarterly Women's Coffee At The Pour Dalton (8:00 AM)
• Connect Sports Softball Tournament At Dalton Convention Center (9:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Have you received a phone call lately from someone saying they are from the Dalton Police Department and asking you for money? If anyone does call you, please know that they are not from the Police! Dalton PD is warning all residents of a phone scam trying to frighten people into giving up their personal information. Do not respond to any such callers, but instead, please call the Dalton PD and report the call. The Dalton PD will not contact you by phone regarding payments. (daltonga.gov)
• Introducing "Froggy", a Border Terrier, up for adoption at the Human Society of North West Georgia. He is just a young pup and loves children and other dogs. He would love to run and play as a member of your family. (Humane Society of North West Georgia)
• Bellissimo Aesthetics takes home the prized title of Business of the Week from the Greater Dalton Chamber of Commerce. Bellissimo Aesthetics founder Cheri Douron says to take a break from the stresses of life and treat yourself at this luxurious spa. (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.