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Clayton State Athletes Soar to New Heights with All-Region Honors

In a remarkable display of athletic prowess, Clayton State University’s track and field stars have once again proven their mettle in the highly competitive arena of collegiate sports. A Leap Above: Hawkins’ High Jump Triumph Freddie Hawkins, the high-flying Laker, has clinched the Peach Belt Conference Outdoor Track & Field crown with a soaring final height of 1.95m. His remarkable feat at the Savannah State Eyeopener not only set a…

Georgia’s Airports Showcase Their Services at ITB Berlin 2024

The world’s largest tourist exhibition, ITB Berlin 2024, is taking place in Berlin from March 6 to March 8, 2024. Among the participants are Tbilisi and Batumi international airports, which are showcasing their services and facilities to the global tourism industry. Tbilisi and Batumi Airports: Gateways to Georgia Tbilisi and Batumi international airports are the main gateways to Georgia, a country with rich cultural heritage, diverse natural beauty, and hospitable…

Iceland and Georgia explore new avenues of cooperation

The Prime Minister of Georgia, Irakli Kobakhidze, hosted the President of Iceland, Guðni Jóhannesson, in an official visit on Wednesday. The two leaders discussed the existing bilateral relations and the future prospects of cooperation in various fields. They also expressed their mutual support for Georgia’s NATO integration aspirations and Iceland’s candidacy for the UN Security Council. A fruitful meeting The meeting between Kobakhidze and Jóhannesson took place at the Government…

Mt. Zion student gets full scholarship to Alabama State

A senior at Mt. Zion High School has been awarded a full academic scholarship to Alabama State University, a historically black college in Montgomery, Alabama. A dream come true Shanice Jones, 18, said she was ecstatic when she received the acceptance letter and the scholarship offer from Alabama State University (ASU). She said she had always dreamed of attending a historically black college or university (HBCU) since she was a…

Georgia’s Wine Export Boom: A Success Story of Quality, Diversity and Innovation

Georgia is a country with a rich cultural heritage, a scenic landscape and a thriving wine industry. In 2024, Georgia’s wine export reached a 43% increase in January-February, reaching 16.7 million liters worth 47.6 million US dollars to 47 countries of the world. This impressive performance reflects Georgia’s commitment to diversify its wine portfolio, enhance its international recognition and promote its unique identity and values. Georgia’s wine industry is characterized…

Iceland’s President Expresses Support for Georgia’s NATO Integration

Iceland and Georgia share common values and interests Iceland’s President Guðni Th. Jóhannesson welcomed Georgia’s aspirations to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and pledged his country’s support for Georgia’s integration process. President Jóhannesson made these remarks during his official visit to Georgia on March 5-6, 2024, where he met with Georgia’s President Salome Zourabichvili and other high-ranking officials. President Jóhannesson said that Iceland and Georgia share common values…

Georgian Ombudsman Calls for Preservation of Constitutional Rights in LGBT-Related

Georgia’s Public Defender Nino Lomjaria has urged the Parliament to ensure that the constitutional rights of LGBT+ people are respected and protected in the draft law on the protection of children from harmful information. What is the draft law about? The draft law, initiated by the ruling Georgian Dream party, aims to regulate the dissemination of information that may have a negative impact on the physical, mental, moral, or social…

A Tour of Europe’s Leading Media Outlets Was Held in Georgia

Georgia hosted a tour of some of Europe’s leading media outlets from March 1 to March 5, 2024. The tour was organized by the Georgian National Tourism Administration (GNTA) and the Georgian Association of Regional Broadcasters (GARB) with the support of the European Union (EU) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The aim of the tour was to promote Georgia as a safe and attractive destination for European travelers…

Elite Scholars Academy Wins Fourth Consecutive State Championship in Academic Decathlon

Elite Scholars Academy (ESA), a magnet school in Clayton County, Georgia, has won the state championship in the PAGE Georgia Academic Decathlon for the fourth year in a row. The team of nine students competed against 15 other schools from across the state in a rigorous 10-event contest that tested their knowledge and skills in various subjects. What is the PAGE Georgia Academic Decathlon? The PAGE Georgia Academic Decathlon (GAD)…

Clayton County Senior Services wins prestigious award for innovation

Clayton County Senior Services (CCSS) has been recognized for its innovative and impactful programs that enhance the quality of life for older adults in the community. The agency received the 2023 Innovation Award from the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a) on March 5, 2024. What is the Innovation Award? The Innovation Award is an annual honor that celebrates the achievements of local aging agencies that develop and…