Emily Miller, Author at Riverdale Standard

Emily Miller

Jonesboro City Employees Get a Raise in Minimum Wage

The city of Jonesboro, Arkansas, has increased the minimum wage for its employees from $11 to $15 per hour, effective from January 1, 2024. The decision was made by the city council on Tuesday, after months of discussion and public input. The wage increase will benefit about 200 city workers, mostly in the public works and parks and recreation departments. A Step Towards Economic Justice The city council voted 5-2…

Georgia showcases its wine and gastronomy at Madrid Fusión 2024

Georgia, the country with the oldest wine-making tradition in the world, has participated as a guest at Madrid Fusión 2024, the world’s leading gastronomic congress. The event, which took place from January 29 to 31, attracted thousands of culinary professionals and enthusiasts who had the opportunity to taste and learn more about Georgian cuisine, wine, and tourist products. Georgia: a hidden gem of culinary and wine tourism Georgia is a…

Tbilisi and Some Regions Face High Levels of Air Pollution

The National Environmental Protection Agency (NEPA) of Georgia has reported an increase in the concentration of particulate matter (PM) in the atmospheric air in Tbilisi and some regions of the country. PM are tiny particles of solid or liquid matter that can have harmful effects on human health and the environment. The main source of this pollution is transboundary, meaning that it originates from outside the country and is carried…

The King’s Hat: A Tribute to 75 Years of Petty Racing

The Petty family is one of the most iconic and influential dynasties in NASCAR history. To celebrate their 75th year in racing, a special project has been launched to honor their legacy with a series of unique statues featuring Richard Petty’s famous cowboy hat. The First Hat Unveiled at Daytona The first of 28 life-size art installations, dubbed “The King’s Hat”, was unveiled on February 14, 2024 at Daytona International…

Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace: A Luxury Hotel with a Rich History and a Stunning View

Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace is not just a hotel, it is a landmark in the heart of Georgia’s capital. It is the first international 5-star hotel in the region, and it has witnessed the transformation of the country since its establishment in 1991. The hotel offers a distinctive culmination of luxury and hospitality, with 220 newly renovated rooms and suites, a rooftop restaurant and bar, a spa and a…

CCPS celebrates its outstanding student athletes

Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) recently honored its top student athletes for their academic and athletic achievements. The annual event, which was held virtually due to the pandemic, recognized 33 students from 11 high schools who excelled in various sports and maintained a high grade point average. A tradition of excellence The CCPS Student Athlete Recognition Program has been a tradition for more than 20 years, according to CCPS Superintendent…

How the Year of the Dragon will bring good fortune and challenges

The Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival or Chinese New Year, is the most important celebration in the Sinosphere or the Sinic world. It marks the beginning of the year according to the traditional lunar calendar, which is based on the cycles of the moon and the sun. This year, the Lunar New Year falls on Feb. 10, ushering us into the Year of the Dragon, the…

Elite Scholars Academy Senior Wins Disney Dreamers Academy Contest

Cameryn Pope, a senior at Elite Scholars Academy in Clayton County, Georgia, has been selected as one of the 100 winners of the 2024 Disney Dreamers Academy Essay Contest. The contest, which is open to high school students from across the United States, challenges them to write about their personal stories and dreams for the future. A Dream Come True Pope, who is involved in various extracurricular activities such as…

Escaped inmate recaptured after two days on the run

An inmate who escaped from a hospital in Clayton County, Georgia, on Monday was recaptured on Wednesday after a massive manhunt. The inmate, identified as Darius Johnson, had been taken to the hospital for treatment of a gunshot wound he sustained during a robbery attempt. How Johnson escaped from the hospital According to the Clayton County Sheriff’s Office, Johnson was being guarded by two deputies at the Southern Regional Medical…

Construction Cost Index Rises Amid Global Challenges

The cost of construction in Georgia has increased by 12.5% in 2023, according to the latest report by the National Statistics Office of Georgia (Geostat). This is the highest annual increase since 2008, when the country faced a war with Russia and a global financial crisis. The main factors behind this surge are the rising prices of raw materials, labor, and fuel, as well as the impact of the Covid-19…