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Georgia showcases its tourism potential at MATKA 2024
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Georgia showcases its tourism potential at MATKA 2024
Georgia, a small but diverse country in the South Caucasus, participated in the MATKA 2024 international tourism exhibition in Helsinki, Finland, from January 18 to 21. The exhibition, which is the largest travel industry event in Northern Europe, attracted about 50,000 visitors from 70 countries and featured 850 tourism companies and organizations. The Georgian National Tourism Administration, along with the Embassy of Georgia in Finland, organized the Georgian stand at…
Lelo leader sues Tbilisi mayor for defamation
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Lelo leader sues Tbilisi mayor for defamation
Mamuka Khazaradze, the leader of the opposition party Lelo, has filed a lawsuit against Tbilisi mayor Kakha Kaladze, accusing him of spreading false and damaging information about him. The lawsuit was submitted to the Tbilisi City Court by Khazaradze’s lawyer, Zviad Kordzadze, on January 24, 2024. According to Kordzadze, the claim is an order by the court to reject the wrong information spread by Kaladze. “Mr. Kaladze said about Mamuka…
Meet the adorable pets up for adoption in Clayton County this week
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Meet the adorable pets up for adoption in Clayton County this week
If you are looking for a new furry friend to join your family, you might want to check out the Clayton County Humane Society. They have many dogs and cats that are waiting for their forever homes. Here are some of the adoptable pets that you can meet this week. A small shelter with a big heart The Clayton County Humane Society is a small, non-profit, no-kill shelter that provides…
Clayton County expands early voting options for 2024 elections
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Clayton County expands early voting options for 2024 elections
Clayton County voters will have more choices and convenience when they cast their ballots for the 2024 elections. The county commissioners approved a plan to increase the number of early voting sites and dates, as well as extend the hours of operation. Early voting sites increased from four to seven The county currently has four early voting sites: the elections office, the Carl Rhodenizer Recreation Center, the Virginia Burton Gray…
A Young Star Performs at Jonesboro Mayor’s Swearing-In Ceremony
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A Young Star Performs at Jonesboro Mayor’s Swearing-In Ceremony
Kay R. Pace Elementary School of the Arts student Jada Johnson impressed the audience with her poetic skills at the swearing-in ceremony of Jonesboro Mayor Joy B. Day on January 4, 2024. Jada Johnson: A Rising Poet Jada Johnson is a fifth-grader at Kay R. Pace Elementary School of the Arts, a public school in Jonesboro, Georgia, that integrates the arts into the curriculum. Jada has been writing poems since…
Golfers Swing for a Good Cause in Clayton County
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Golfers Swing for a Good Cause in Clayton County
The Clayton County Chamber of Commerce hosted its 16th annual golf tournament on Monday, March 22, 2023, at the Lake Spivey Golf Club. The event raised nearly $59,000 for the chamber’s programs and initiatives that support the local business community and economic development. A Successful Fundraiser Amid the Pandemic The golf tournament, which was sponsored by Georgia Power, attracted more than 140 golfers and 30 volunteers. The participants enjoyed a…
Harvest Village gets green light for place of worship in Clayton County
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Harvest Village gets green light for place of worship in Clayton County
The Clayton County Board of Commissioners approved a special use permit for Harvest Village, a Christian community development organization, to operate a place of worship in a former shopping center on Tara Boulevard. Harvest Village plans to revitalize the area Harvest Village is a non-profit organization that aims to transform lives and communities through holistic ministry. It was founded in 2010 by Pastor Timothy and Dr. Kimberly Jones, who have…
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…