Author: Emily Miller

The Clayton County Water Authority (CCWA) has received several industry awards for its outstanding performance in water production, wastewater treatment, distribution, collection, and consumer confidence. The awards were presented by the Georgia Association of Water Professionals (GAWP) at a recent conference in Morrow, Georgia. CCWA Earns Gold and Platinum Awards for Water and Wastewater Systems CCWA operates four water production plants, four water reclamation facilities, and a network of water…

A woman from Hampton, Georgia, is facing multiple charges, including felony murder, after a shooting incident that led to a standoff with police on Thursday night. Shooting Victim Dies at Hospital The Clayton County Police Department said that the shooting happened around 8:30 p.m. on Morrow Road, where officers found a man with gunshot wounds. The victim, identified as Andre Farrier, 47, was taken to a hospital, where he later…

Clayton County is gearing up for a possible lawsuit against a developer who promised to build an $800 million mixed-use project in Lake City, but failed to deliver. The county has hired a law firm to represent its interests in the potential litigation. The Roman: A futuristic vision that turned into a nightmare The project, dubbed “The Roman”, was announced in August 2022 by Roman United, a company led by…

Georgia has achieved a major milestone in its European integration process by becoming a candidate country for EU membership. The decision was announced by the European Council on December 14, 2023, following the recommendation of the European Commission on November 8, 2023. Georgia has been celebrating the news with joy and pride, as it marks the recognition of its efforts and aspirations to join the European family. A Long-Awaited Victory…

The Tbilisi Urban Forest (Narikala Ridge Forest) project, which aims to restore and enhance the biodiversity of the city’s green lung, has been selected as one of the 40 finalists for the 2024 EU Prize for Contemporary Architecture/Mies van der Rohe Award. The prestigious award, given every two years, recognizes and commends excellence and innovation in the field of architecture in Europe. A New Approach to Afforestation The Tbilisi Urban…

A bipartisan bill introduced in the House of Representatives on Tuesday seeks to reduce the long wait times that veterans face when seeking health care appointments at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The Problem of VA Wait Times According to a report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) in 2019, more than 1.5 million veterans waited longer than 30 days for a primary care, mental health, or specialty care…

A woman who allegedly shot and killed a man in Clayton County was found hiding in her attic after a standoff with police that lasted for several hours, according to authorities. The Shooting Incident The incident began on Thursday night, when police responded to a report of a shooting at the Redwood Ridge Apartments on Morrow Road in Forest Park. There, they found 47-year-old Andre Farrier, who had been shot…

Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, is known for its rich history, culture and architecture. But it is also home to a remarkable urban forest project that has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2024 EU Prize for Contemporary Architecture/Mies van der Rohe Awards (EUmies Awards). What is the Tbilisi Urban Forest? The Tbilisi Urban Forest, also known as the Narikala Ridge Forest, is a large green area that covers the slopes…