Emily Miller

Clayton County Water Authority Recognized for Excellence in Operations and Reporting
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Clayton County Water Authority Recognized for Excellence in Operations and Reporting
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…
Hampton Woman Charged with Murder after Police Standoff
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Hampton Woman Charged with Murder after Police Standoff
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 prepares for legal battle over failed development project
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Clayton County prepares for legal battle over failed development project
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’s Historic Step Towards EU Membership
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Georgia’s Historic Step Towards EU Membership
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…
Tbilisi Urban Forest Project Shortlisted for EU Architecture Award
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Tbilisi Urban Forest Project Shortlisted for EU Architecture Award
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…
Georgia’s Foreign Trade Surges by 12.5% in 2023
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Georgia’s Foreign Trade Surges by 12.5% in 2023
Georgia’s foreign trade turnover with goods reached 21.5 billion USD in 2023, marking a 12.5% increase compared to the previous year, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office of Georgia (GEOSTAT). Exports and Imports Grow by 9.1% and 14.0% Respectively The data shows that Georgia’s exports amounted to 6.1 billion USD, which is 9.1% higher than in 2022, while imports reached 15.4 billion USD, which is 14.0%…
New Bill Aims to Cut Down VA Appointment Wait Times
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New Bill Aims to Cut Down VA Appointment Wait Times
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…
Murder Suspect Arrested After Hours-Long Standoff in Hampton
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Murder Suspect Arrested After Hours-Long Standoff in Hampton
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…
Skiing Accident Claims the Life of Georgian Startup Leader
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Skiing Accident Claims the Life of Georgian Startup Leader
Giorgi Tukhashvili, the co-founder and CEO of Kernel, a successful Georgian startup that helps small and medium enterprises digitize their invoices, died in a tragic skiing accident in Bakuriani on January 22, 2024. He was 36 years old and is survived by his mother, wife, and children. A Passionate Entrepreneur and Innovator Tukhashvili was a prominent figure in the Georgian startup ecosystem, as he co-founded and led Kernel, one of…
Tbilisi Urban Forest: A Georgian Project Among the Best in Europe
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Tbilisi Urban Forest: A Georgian Project Among the Best in Europe
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…