Annual Campaign Academy set for May 15

DALTON, Ga. — The annual Campaign Academy is Wednesday, May 15, from 1:30 to 5 p.m. at the Greater Dalton Chamber of Commerce, 100 S. Hamilton St. There is no cost to attend. This workshop is designed for anyone who would like to run for an elected position and doesn’t know where to begin and needs help getting started. This workshop is also valuable to those who wish to organize a campaign. Attendees will be provided with the resources needed to successfully qualify for and seek elected office. Local professionals in the political arena will cover topics ranging from knowing the requirements and qualifications of running for office to organizing a campaign. Other topics may include crafting your campaign message, where you should be seen to meet the voters and the use of social media. This year’s panelists include Whitfield County Commission Chairman Lynn Laughter, retired commission chairman Mike Babb and Dalton City Councilman Gary Crews. For those who do not see a future in campaigning, knowing the steps your officials take before assuming their roles is equally important, organizers said. For more information, contact Phyllis Stephens at stephens@daltonchamber.org or 706-712-0951.

Annual gospel concert for Veterans Memorial Park set for May 11

TIFTON, Ga. — The Annual Gospel Music Concert for the Veterans Memorial Park of Tifton is set for 6:30 p.m., May 11 at the Tift Theatre. The program will kick off with a tribute to all veterans present for the program, and recognition of each branch of military service. Included will be patriotic music brought by Brenda Saunders. This year’s program of gospel music includes performances by Butch Williams & The Diamonds, and the night’s special feature group, “The Segos, the Next Generation.” This year celebrates 100 years of Gospel singing by members of the Sego family. There will be a special video presentation of the family’s history throughout these years, which includes the story of the original singing Segos, up through the years of Naomi & the Sego Brothers, and the Lamar Sego Family. The Segos, Next Generation is Lamar Sego’s own son, Dennis, his wife Dina, and their daughter Kim. Other family members will also join the group on stage for a nostalgic time of Sego songs from the past. Tickets are available at the door or in advance at Western Auto, 354 S. Main Street.