Author: Emily Miller

Tara Boulevard, a major corridor in Clayton County, Georgia, is undergoing a transformation. The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded a Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) grant to fund a planning study for the corridor, which spans three cities: Riverdale, Jonesboro, and Lovejoy. The study aims to improve pedestrian safety, access to bus routes, and catalyze development along the corridor, creating a more vibrant, walkable, and livable gateway for Clayton County.…

The mother of the late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has finally obtained his body from the authorities, who had been holding it for more than a week. Lyudmila Navalnaya, 69, was given the remains of her son on Saturday, according to his spokesperson Kira Yarmysh. Navalny died in prison under mysterious circumstances Alexei Navalny, who was the most prominent critic of President Vladimir Putin, died on 16 February in…

Low trust and participation among young voters According to a report by the National Democratic Institute (NDI), a non-governmental organization that promotes democracy and civic engagement, young people in Georgia are particularly disillusioned with the country’s political spectrum and may not vote in the upcoming parliamentary elections in October 2024. The report was based on a telephone survey conducted in March 2023, as well as interviews with various stakeholders during…

President Joe Biden met with the family of the late Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny on Thursday, and praised his legacy of fighting for democracy and human rights in Russia. Biden also announced that he would impose new sanctions on Russian President Vladimir Putin, whom he held responsible for Navalny’s death. Biden meets with Navalny’s wife and daughter in California The meeting took place in California, where Biden was visiting…

A new amendment to extend alcohol serving hours The Clayton County Board of Commissioners has approved a new amendment that will allow bars and restaurants to serve alcohol on premises for consumption until 3 a.m. The amendment was passed at the 6 p.m. meeting on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. This is a change from the previous cutoff time of 2 a.m. that was in effect since 2017. The amendment, known…

The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the issues of hunger and domestic violence in many communities. However, some local businesses and organizations are stepping up to provide support and relief to those in need. Food Bank Receives Generous Donations from Restaurants and Grocery Stores The Clayton County Food Bank, which serves more than 20,000 people every month, has received generous donations from several restaurants and grocery stores in the area. These…