Local Woman's Plea for New Car Goes Viral

Dalton Woman Launches GoFundMe to Replace Car with Hole in Floorboard A Dalton, Georgia resident, Jessica Higgs, is seeking funds to replace her aging vehicle. Higgs, who uses the social media handle @jesshiggsmandm, posted a video on May 31, 2025, detailing her situation. "My 21-year-old car, Stux, has a hole in the floorboard," she explained in the video. "I'm trying to get enough views so I can save for a new car." Higgs has launched a GoFundMe campaign and is actively promoting it through social media. The video, which has garnered over 9,500 views, shows Higgs discussing her car troubles and her fundraising efforts. The campaign is currently at 15% of its goal. Higgs's video serves as a testament to the challenges many face in maintaining reliable transportation and highlights the power of community support through online platforms. The story offers a glimpse into the everyday financial struggles of many and the creative ways they are using social media to overcome them.