🌱 VP Harris To Visit Dalton + Vogtle Unit 3 Generates Electricity

Hello again, everybody! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Dalton Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Warmer with clearing. High: 82 Low: 65.
• Wednesday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m.. High: 85 Low: 62.

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Here are the top three stories in Dalton today:

1. The White House announced over the weekend that Vice President Kamala Harris will be in Dalton on Thursday to visit the Qcells manufacturing facility and "highlight how the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda is building a clean energy economy that works for all and creating good-paying jobs." Additional information about Harris' travel plans has yet to be released. Harris recently visited the Peach State only two months ago when she spoke at Georgia Tech. (11Alive.com WXIA)
2. The new nuclear generator unit at Vogtle Unit 3 generated electricity for the first time and successfully connected to the electric grid, announced Georgia Power over the weekend. Barring any further issues, Unit 3 will be ready to go into service in either May or June of this year. In addition to Unit 4, which last month began its last series of major testing before having fuel added for the first time, are both co-owned by multiple companies, including Dalton Utilities. (American Public Power Association)
3. Dalton State College is continuing its commitment to expanding mental health services and promoting a healthy, safe culture for students on campus. Jenny Guy, the associate director of counseling at the college's Counseling Center, said of Dalton State's efforts, "With the support from the University System of Georgia, Dalton State has been able to decrease the wait list for counseling services on campus and offer further individualized care to meet the needs of our students.” In addition to two licensed counselors at the Counseling Center, Dalton State offers both in-person and telehealth counseling options, a 24/7 hotline, a support program, and training for faculty and staff to learn how to recognize signs of a student suffering from a mental health crisis. (Subscription: Dalton Daily Citizen)

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Today and tomorrow in and around Dalton:

Tuesday, April 4

• Move & Groove — Kids At Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library (11:00 AM)
• Ribbon Cutting At Sexual Assault Center At Hamilton (1:30 PM)
• Dungeons & Dragons — Tweens & Teens At Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library (4:30 PM)

Wednesday, April 5

• Greater Dalton Economic Outlook Breakfast Presented By First National Community Bank At Dalton Convention Center (8:30 AM)
• Board Games & Cards At Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, Calhoun (10:30 AM)
• Easter Egg Hunt At Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, Chatsworth (3:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you on the hunt for a new place to call home? Check out this list of five of the newest properties to hit the market in and around the Dalton area. (Dalton Patch)
• Calling all job seekers! To help in your search, here's a roundup of open job opportunities in and around the Dalton area. (Dalton Patch)
• The Humane Society of NWGA would like to thank everyone who came out with their furry family members to have their picture taken with the Easter Bunny! View pictures of the event at the link. (Humane Society of NWGA via Facebook)
• The annual Author Fest at the library over the weekend was a success! Check out pictures from the event at the link, and thanks to all the authors, volunteers, and attendees who came out for the fun. (Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll be back in your inbox soon with a new 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.