Dalton Daily Citizen

15/06/2026

GNTC will be closed Friday, June 19 for Juneteenth.

15/06/2026

Election Day is TOMORROW! Polls are open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm. You will vote at your local precinct. To find your polling location, go to www.mvp.sos.ga.gov

14/06/2026

🎇 We're working on something special for our July issue — and we need YOUR help.

Whitfield County is about to open a time capsule buried here in 1976. Fifty years of history, sealed and waiting.

It has us thinking — and we want to know what YOU think:

👉 If you could bury a time capsule TODAY to be opened in 2076, what would you put in it? A photo? An object? A note to the future? Tell us what you'd include and why.

👉 And while we're feeling nostalgic — share your favorite Dalton and Whitfield County Fourth of July memories. Parades, fireworks, family traditions, that one cookout everyone still talks about. Photos welcome and encouraged!

Drop your answers in the comments, or email us at [email protected]. Responses and photos may run in Dalton Living's July issue, the Dalton Daily Citizen or daltoncitizen.com! 🇺🇸

13/06/2026

A Toast to Tradition
The Dalton Cotillion recently hosted a Mother Daughter Brunch for the 2026 debutantes at the Dalton Golf & Country Club. The debutantes will be presented at The Farm on Saturday, July 18. Pictured are, front row, from left, Molly Cate Rollins, Maggie Chakales, Sadie Clark, Lillian Grafe, Maddie Breeden, Campbell Stockard. Back from, from left, Analee Williams, Meryl Clark, Emily Grace King, Lanier Land, Emery Edgeman, Henley Hill, Lucy Tatum, Caroline Hogshead, Caroline Johnson. Not pictured: Macy Sewell.

13/06/2026

Dalton State College, on behalf of the University System of Georgia Board of Regents, awarded posthumous Honorary Doctor of Business Administration degrees to Mr. James E. Brown and Mrs. Mary M. “Sis” Brown during its spring commencement exercises May 19.

Dalton State College, on behalf of the University System of Georgia Board of Regents, awarded posthumous Honorary Doctor of Business Administration degrees to Mr. James E. Brown and Mrs. Mary […]

13/06/2026

From a fish fry and spades tournament to a summer concert, downtown parade and formal gala, the Dalton-Whitfield NAACP's 8th Annual Juneteenth Celebration offers a full week of events honoring freedom, culture and community.

This year's celebration culminates with the Juneteenth Gala on June 20 at the Dalton Convention Center, featuring keynote speaker Dr. Toni Alvarado.

See the full schedule of events, learn how to attend, and find information on tickets and registration in our latest story.

The Dalton-Whitfield NAACP has announced its 8th Annual Juneteenth Celebration, a multi-event commemoration of freedom, culture and community empowerment. This year’s festivities will culminate with the Juneteenth Gala on Saturday, […]

13/06/2026

Before local 4-H'ers head off to Rock Eagle 4-H Center this week, we're sharing the winning essay that earned one Whitfield County student a scholarship to camp.

Sarah Holden, a fifth-grader at Valley Point Elementary, reflected on what 4-H means to her — from hands-on learning and new challenges to making friends and building confidence. Her thoughtful essay captured the spirit of the four Hs: Head, Heart, Hands and Health.

Read Sarah's award-winning essay and see why she's excited to be a Thunderbird once again. 🍀🏕️💚

UGA Extension Insights: Weekly research-based information and practical advice As we prepare to head to Rock Eagle 4-H Center this coming week, June 15th, excitement is building across Whitfield County. […]

13/06/2026

What does Georgia law actually say about public comment at government meetings? Can commissioners legally decline to answer your questions? Does the law even require a public comment period?

We looked it up. The answers may surprise you.

📋 Today's "What the Record Shows" breaks down what the Georgia Open Meetings Act does — and doesn't — require. The online article includes the full text of the Georgia Open Meetings Act and a downloadable copy of the state's Open Government Guide.

Questions about why Whitfield County commissioners rarely respond to citizens during public comment periods have resurfaced in recent months as residents have raised concerns about topics ranging from data centers […]

13/06/2026

UPDATE:
Henry has been safely located. Sheriff Pierce wishes to thank all assisting agencies, the community, and Whitfield County Command staff for their hard work and dedication in helping locate Mr. Putnam!

The Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public’s help in locating a missing Dalton man.

Henry Putnam, also known as “Unc” or “Patty”, was last seen yesterday, June 12th, at approximately 11 a.m.. Henry was last seen in his yard at 3012 Five Springs Road. He is described as being 5’00” tall and weighing approximately 100lbs. He was last seen wearing a red flannel style shirt, blue jeans, black rubber boots, a camouflage hat with orange lettering, and glasses. Henry is 96 years old.

If you have seen or heard from Henry, please contact the Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office by calling 911 or the non emergency dispatch number (706) 370-4900

12/06/2026

Deputies with the Whitfield County Sheriff's Office and officers from Georgia State Patrol's Post 5 in Dalton responded to a single vehicle crash on Interstate 75 southbound near Whitfield County's Mile Marker 338 early Friday afternoon, which left one individual hospitalized.

According to GSP Corporal Jonathan Day, officers were requested to investigate a traffic crash at 12:35 p.m.

"The investigation determined that a 65-year-old male from Rocky Face who was operating at Ford Bronco was traveling in the middle lane," said Day. "An investigating trooper located dash camera footage that showed the driver appeared to have a medical emergency at the time of the crash, lost control of the vehicle and went off into the inside median, stripping the guardrail with the front of the vehicle."

Day said Life Force was called, but was not able to respond due to weather concerns. Instead, the individual was transported by ground Emergency Medical Service personnel to the Chattanooga's Erlanger Hospital.

"This was a single vehicle crash," said Day. "One minute after we got the call, the local fire department had all lanes closed before they opened up the right lane about three minutes later. At 12:37 p.m., the left and middle lane was still closed."

According to Day and Whitfield County Sheriff's Office officials, all lanes were reopened by 1:03 p.m., roughly half an hour after the crash was reported.

"The (Georgia Department of Transportation) was notified for 20-foot of guardrail damage," Day said. "Investigating officers stated the driver had a suspected serious head injury."

Day said the driver's current condition is "unknown, but serious," with no further information made available by 4:45 p.m. Friday.