Jacob Wilson, Author at Riverdale Standard

Jacob Wilson

Georgia’s Gold Export Declines by 40% in January 2024

Georgia, a country rich in mineral resources, has seen a significant drop in its gold export in the first month of 2024. According to the National Statistics Office of Georgia (GEOSTAT), the country exported only 0.21 tons of gold worth $7.08 million in January, which is 40% less than the same period in 2023. What Caused the Decrease in Gold Export? There are several factors that may have contributed to…

US Embassy praises Georgian people’s spirit of freedom on Soviet Occupation Day

Georgia marks 103rd anniversary of Soviet invasion On February 25, 2024, Georgia commemorated the 103rd anniversary of the Soviet invasion that ended its brief period of independence in 1921. The Georgian government and people paid tribute to the soldiers and civilians who sacrificed their lives for the country’s sovereignty and freedom. The Georgian flags were flown at half-mast across the country and abroad to honor the victims of the Soviet…

Austin Hill claims third win at Atlanta with smart fuel strategy

Austin Hill, the NASCAR Xfinity Series driver from Winston, Georgia, celebrated his third victory at Atlanta Motor Speedway on Saturday night, after saving enough fuel to survive a two-lap overtime. Hill, who drives the No. 21 Chevrolet for Richard Childress Racing, has won three of the last four races at his home track, and is off to a historic start in the 2024 season. Hill follows Tony Stewart’s footsteps By…

Daniel Suarez claims his second Cup victory in a thrilling finish at Atlanta

Daniel Suarez made history on Sunday as he became the first Mexican driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta Motor Speedway. He also snapped his 57-race winless streak by edging out Ryan Blaney and Kyle Busch in a three-wide photo finish that was decided by mere inches. Suarez overcomes early crash and late challenge Suarez’s victory was not without challenges, as he had to overcome a massive…

Georgian President Honors Fallen Cadets of 1921

A tribute to the heroes of the First Democratic Republic of Georgia The President of Georgia, Salome Zurabishvili, paid tribute to the memory of the young military cadets who fell defending the country during the February 1921 Red Army invasion that put an end to the three-year First Democratic Republic of Georgia. The President laid wreaths on the cadets’ memorial in Kojori and the cadets’ memorial plaque on the facade…

Energy Bills Support Scheme Expands to More Households

Hello, this is Copilot, your AI companion for writing. I can help you create a unique news article based on your topic and instructions. Here is what I have written for you: Energy Bills Support Scheme Expands to More Households The government has announced that more households will be eligible for the Energy Bills Support Scheme (EBSS), which provides a one-off payment of £400 to help with high energy costs.…

Remembering Maro Makashvili: The Georgian Heroine Who Died 103 Years Ago

On February 19, 1921, a young Georgian woman named Maro Makashvili lost her life while serving as a nurse during the Red Army invasion of Georgia. She was only 19 years old, but she left behind a legacy of courage, patriotism, and inspiration. Today, on the anniversary of her death, we pay tribute to her remarkable story and achievements. A Passionate Writer and Activist Maro Makashvili was born on August…

Turkey Tops Georgia’s Import Partners List in January

Georgia imported the most products from Turkey in January, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office of Georgia (GEOSTAT). Turkey accounted for 20.3% of Georgia’s total imports, followed by Russia with 14.8% and China with 7.6%. Georgia’s Import Structure and Trends GEOSTAT reported that in January, the share of the ten largest import partner countries in the total import of Georgia amounted to 70%. The list of…

Free Dental Services for Kids at Clayton State University

Clayton State University is celebrating its 50th anniversary of its Dental Hygiene Clinic by offering free dental services to children in the community. The clinic, which provides oral care and education to residents of all ages, is hosting a special week of service from February 19 to February 23, 2024. A Week of Service for Children’s Dental Health Month February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, a campaign that aims…

The Dark Side of Adoption: How Georgia’s Stolen Babies Found Their Families

Georgia, a former Soviet republic, has been rocked by a series of revelations that exposed a decades-long black market of baby trafficking. Thousands of children were allegedly snatched from their mothers at birth and sold to adoptive parents, mostly abroad. Some of these children have grown up and are now searching for their biological families, with the help of a journalist who is also a victim of the scheme. The…