Crash on South Wall Street Turns Fatal
A Thursday afternoon collision on South Wall Street has claimed one life.
Calhoun Police Chief Tony Pyle confirmed that the driver of a Ford Escape, who was airlifted to Erlanger Medical Center by LifeForce, later died from their injuries.
The crash occurred when a Kia Optima traveling west on Highway 53 attempted to turn right onto South Wall Street near Erwin Street. Authorities say the Ford Escape entered the intersection from Erwin Street without obeying a stop sign and crossed into the Kia’s path.
The Kia driver reported chest pains but was not transported. A passenger in the Ford Escape was taken by ambulance to Floyd Medical Center.
The accident remains under investigation.
GNTC Launches Virtual Reality Job Training
Georgia Northwestern Technical College is giving students a high-tech edge in career preparation through immersive Virtual Reality training.
Through a partnership with Believe Greater Dalton and the Rome Floyd Chamber, GNTC’s Office of Career Services secured two VR headsets from Transfr Trek. The equipment allows students to explore careers through “day-in-the-life” virtual simulations aligned with the college’s programs of study.
The initiative aims to better prepare students for today’s workforce through hands-on, interactive career exploration.
Mohawk Industries Reports $42M Fourth-Quarter Profit
Calhoun-based Mohawk Industries reported fourth-quarter earnings of $42 million.
The company posted earnings of 68 cents per share, or $2.00 per share after adjustments — slightly exceeding Wall Street expectations of $1.98 per share.
Revenue for the quarter totaled $2.7 billion, just under analysts’ projections of $2.72 billion.
For the full year, Mohawk reported profits of $369.9 million, or $5.93 per share, on revenue of $10.79 billion.
Mohawk remains one of the world’s largest flooring manufacturers, operating across North America, Europe and other international markets.