🌱 Veterans Gather In Dalton + Dalton High School New Baseball Coach

Hello, neighbors! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Dalton Patch newsletter, filled with all the things you need to know about what's happening locally.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: An afternoon thunderstorm. High: 95 Low: 70.
• Sunday: Humid with a t-storm or two. High: 93 Low: 69.

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Here are the top three stories today in Dalton:

1. In late May, several veterans who were involved with the Marshall Islands cleanup met in Dalton to further talk about their experience and what medical complications have been affecting them. The Atomic Clean-Up Mission took place during the 70s and this was the first time that more than 20 of those veterans involved with the cleaning were together in person to talk about what it was like. These individuals were exposed to radioactive debris and various chemicals, and 50 years later, many of them are presenting with major health issues. This is just the surface of these stories, if you want to hear more you can check out this podcast episode. (WTVC)
2. Earlier this week, Shaw announced that effective immediately, the company will be closing its Decatur, Tennessee Carpet Plant and shifting the production to facilities throughout Northwest Georgia. By the end of August, Plant 10 will be ceasing operations, and more than 330 positions are expected to be affected by this shift in business. Shaw has invested millions in several facilities and plans to continue its high-quality service, those who are employed within the Shaw company will have opportunities to apply at other facilities for relocation. (Floor Focus)
3. Dalton Public Schools would like to welcome Wes Caldwell to the family, as he will be bringing his extensive coaching experience to the Dalton High School Catamounts as the new head baseball coach. With a decorated history of coaching high school baseball for more than two decades, the Catamounts are happy to bring such an experienced coach into the family. (Dalton Public Schools GA via Facebook)

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Today and tomorrow in Dalton:

Saturday, July 1

• Group Power At Bradley Wellness Center (9:30 AM)
• Friends Of The Library Book Sale At Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Heated Yoga At Bradley Wellness Center (10:30 AM)

Sunday, July 2

• American Celebration Concert At Calhoun City Park, Calhoun (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Earlier this week the Dalton Police Department arrested 62-year-old Charles Terry after he was caught on camera throwing a kitten onto a concrete parking lot outside the Humane Society. Terry turned himself in on warrants and was charged with animal cruelty and abandonment. (Dalton Police Department via Facebook)
• Summer is still running in full swing and it is important to take in all the relaxation of the break, but be sure that when the fun is over and the school bells return your child is ready for school. Check in with the County Health Department in North Georgia to ensure your child has all the necessary health requirements, you can learn more or make an appointment here. (North Georgia Health District via Facebook)
• Brock Williams from Bainbridge High School made the long journey to Dalton after learning from his coach that he was selected for the Georgia All-Star game. Williams led 4A in goals this season with 31, his stellar play during the season got him the nod in the All-Star Game as he was the second overall pick. Brock didn't make the trip to Dalton alone as his teammates Jose Bonilla-Ortiz and Dax Willis were also selected to the second and third teams. (Post Searchlight)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! See you soon for your next update.

— 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.