Emily Miller, Author at Riverdale Standard

Emily Miller

Georgian Activist Faces Protests for Defacing Stalin Icon

What happened? On January 9, 2024, an icon of St. Matrona of Moscow, a Russian Orthodox saint, was found defaced with blue paint in Tbilisi’s Holy Trinity Cathedral. The icon, which had been donated to the church by a right-wing populist party called the Alliance of Patriots, showed a painting of St. Matrona on its main panel and scenes of her life on smaller panels. One of them depicted Stalin,…

Clayton County Ads Attend National Conference on Digital Marketing

Clayton County, Georgia, is home to some of the most successful and innovative businesses in the country. The county has a diverse and vibrant economy, with sectors such as technology, manufacturing, health care, education, and tourism. To keep up with the changing trends and demands of the market, these businesses need to invest in effective digital marketing strategies that can help them reach their target audience, increase their brand awareness,…

Georgia’s Music Scene: A Celebration of Diversity and Heritage

Georgia is a state with a rich and diverse musical history, spanning from the ancient traditions of the Gullah/Geechee people to the modern genres of rap, rock, country, and more. Whether you are looking for a relaxing stroll along the coast, a lively concert in the city, or a historical tour of the music venues, Georgia has something for everyone who loves music. The Gullah/Geechee Music: A Unique Blend of…

Jonesboro Celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Virtual Parade

Jonesboro, GA – The city of Jonesboro hosted a virtual parade on Monday, January 16, 2023, to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the civil rights leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate. The parade was organized by the Jonesboro City Hall and the Jonesboro Historical Society, with the support of the Northeast Arkansas Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. planning committee and other local organizations. The parade featured…

A Hero’s Farewell: Clayton County K-9 Officer Retires After 10 Years of Service

The brave canine, named Goran, served with his handler for over a decade and helped many people and animals in need. Goran, a German shepherd who worked as a K-9 officer for the Clayton County Police Department, has retired after 10 years of service. The 10-year-old dog was gifted to his handler, Officer John Smith, who has been with the department since 2013. Goran’s remarkable career Goran joined the Clayton…

Clayton County Adoptable Pets

If you are looking for a furry friend to join your family, you might want to check out the Clayton County Humane Society in Jonesboro, Georgia. The shelter has a variety of adoptable pets waiting for their forever homes, ranging from dogs and cats to rabbits and guinea pigs. The shelter is a small non-profit, no-kill facility that provides care and love to all animals until they find their perfect…

Economic Power of Creativity: USAID’s impact on Georgia’s Creative Industries

Georgia is a country with a rich and diverse cultural heritage, as well as a vibrant and innovative creative sector. The term “creative economy” refers to economic activities that are fueled by individual or collective creativity, skill, and talent. These activities include advertising, architecture, animation, film production, software development, and many more. Creative industries play a pivotal role in shaping the economic landscape of countries, generating intellectual property and commercial…

Tbilisi’s Tsereteli Avenue to Reopen in Two Weeks

The city hall announced that the rehabilitation of the avenue is at the last stage and traffic will be restored soon. Tbilisi, Georgia – The Tbilisi City Hall has announced that the rehabilitation of Akaki Tsereteli Avenue in Didube district is at the last stage and traffic will be restored soon. The avenue, which is one of the main arteries of the city, has been closed for several months due…

Georgian President Demands Return of Ambassador to Ukraine

What happened? On April 9, 2021, the President of Georgia Salome Zurabishvili demanded the return of the Georgian ambassador to Ukraine, Teimuraz Sharashenidze, who had been recalled by the Ukrainian government on May 8, 2020. Zurabishvili stated this demand during her speech at the extraordinary sitting of the Parliament, where she expressed solidarity with Ukraine and condemned Russia’s aggression. Why is it important? The Georgian ambassador to Ukraine was summoned…

How the Georgian Lari Appreciated Against the US Dollar and the Euro

The Georgian lari (GEL) has been gaining strength against the US dollar (USD) and the euro (EUR) in recent days, reaching new highs in 2023. According to the latest data from the National Bank of Georgia, as of January 9, 2024, one USD was worth 2,6879 GEL, while one EUR was worth 2,9408 GEL. This means that the lari has appreciated by about 0.1% against both currencies since December 28,…