🌱 Bus Driver Strikes Impact DPS + Dalton Civitan Music Festival

Good morning, Dalton! I'm here in your inbox this spring morning to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 85 Low: 65.
• Wednesday: Pleasant with clouds and sun. High: 77 Low: 60.

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Here are the top three stories today in Dalton:

1. In response to a labor dispute between transportation company First Student and its bus drivers, Dalton Public Schools (DPS) faces a shortage of available drivers. The district held a virtual learning day yesterday (Monday, May 15) and will return to in-person instruction for the rest of the week, offering limited transportation to and from the school. Children without access to transport are encouraged to continue virtual learning. (Dalton Public Schools)
2. The 3rd Annual Civitan Music Festival returns to Burr Park this Saturday, May 20. The event will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Burr Performing Arts Park, with general admission tickets starting at $25 (children aged 10 and under enter free when accompanied by an adult). Attendees can purchase beer and wine at the venue and can exit and re-enter at their leisure to explore Dalton's downtown. (Explore Georgia)
3. If you're planning to travel out of state during the week of Memorial Day (May 25-30), AAA suggests leaving early and avoiding the eastbound route from Atlanta to Augusta on Interstate 20. This year's Memorial Day travel is expected to be the third busiest in a decade, with around 42.3 million Americans hitting the road. Due to lower gas prices, long delays are expected — especially in major cities where regular commuters mix with holiday travelers — according to transportation analyst Bob Pishue. (Patch)

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Today and tomorrow in and around Dalton:

Tuesday, May 16

• Work Session - LaFayette Load Out At A.D.R.E.A.M., Rocky Face (5:00 PM)

Wednesday, May 17

• Ribbon Cutting At Chick-Fil-A Of Dalton (9:00 AM)
• Full Moon Breeze At Painting With A Twist, Chattanooga TN (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• If you're planning to buy a home in the Dalton area, it's important to know the state of the market. Here are the eight cities in metro Dalton with the fastest-rising housing prices. (MSN)
• Looking for a new career opportunity? Several employers in and around Dalton are hiring for full-time and part-time roles, with some offering remote work options. (Dalton Patch)
• Meet Ginger and Buster, a pair of Chihuahua mixes, at the Humane Society of Northwest Georgia Humane Society. The two are looking for a new home; those interested in adopting can apply at hsnwga.org. (Daily Citizen)

Alrighty, you're all good 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.