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 Viya and Carnival: Uniting Community, Culture, and Connectivity

The costumes are dazzling, the road is calling, and the beats are hot! Once again, Viya, will be a proud sponsor of one of the USVI's of the premiere cultural showcases, and stands ready to power one of the biggest events of the year.

New VI Manager for Popular as Roebuck Retires

Popular announced today the retirement of Oran C. Roebuck from her role as Division Manager for the Virgin Islands Region after 25 years of service, effective March 31. Darren Vanterpool will succeed Roebuck as the new Division Manager for the region. 

FirstBank Announced Special Service Hours

As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance customer experience and services, FirstBank will be performing a system maintenance, which will require adjustments to its operations Friday, Feb. 14.

Caneel Bay Deadline Extended

The National Park Service has extended the Request for Qualifications to Operate and Redevelop Overnight Accommodations at Caneel Bay until Feb. 28, 2025.

DLCA Releases Fuel Price Survey Findings for Week of Nov. 24

The Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs has released the agency’s latest territory-wide self-service fuel price survey findings that were conducted during the week of Nov. 24.

DLCA Issues Fuel Survey Findings for the Week of Oct. 6

The Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs has released the latest territory-wide self-service fuel price survey findings that were conducted during the week of Oct. 6.

Viya Celebrates Inclusion in USA Today’s Special Report on the U.S. Virgin Islands

This comprehensive report highlights the innovative efforts and strategic initiatives that are shaping the future of the USVI.

Public Services Commission Addresses Electric and Water Billing Concerns

Concerns have been raised about the accuracy of bills and the sharp increases in the amounts billed. To assist ratepayers with these issues, the procedure for challenging a bill is outlined here.

The DLCA’S Fuel Survey Findings for the Week of September 15

Commissioner H. Nathalie Hodge of the Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs (DLCA) notifies the public of the agency’s latest territory-wide, self-service fuel price survey findings that were conducted during the week of Sept. 15.

WAPA Expands Customer Service Hours to Address Bill Disputes

WAPA understands that its customers lead busy lives, and by offering extended hours, it aims to provide greater flexibility and convenience for those who may find it challenging to visit during regular business hours to inquire about disputes related to their recent electrical bills.

Ocean Point Terminals Awards Its 2024 Scholarship Recipients

Ocean Point maintains a strong commitment to education, and this funding is allotted annually to support scholarship recipients in their pursuit of a degree at an accredited U.S. college or university, or technical/vocation college.

Banco Popular, Mastercard and JetBlue Launch New Travel Credit Card for Small/ Midsize Enterprises

The card provides benefits such as TrueBlue points for each $1 on purchases: three points for JetBlue purchases, two for hotel purchases and one point for all other purchases.

Liberty Closes Acquisition of Mobile Spectrum and Prepaid Customers in USVI and PR from Dish

Liberty closes acquisition of Dish’s mobile spectrum and prepaid customers in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The transaction brings in added mobile network capacity and new prepaid customers in the USVI to the company.

Ticket to Work Program Renews In-person Services for People With Disabilities

Orientations will be held from 9 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, Sept. 10, at the Virgin Islands Department of Labor on St. Thomas.

DLCA’S Fuel Survey Findings for Week of August 25

Fuel surveys are designed to inform consumers of the most affordable fuel prices throughout the territory. The fuel survey results are included for comparative viewing and transparency.

Annual Shop Smart Campaign Educates Consumers on Keeping Americans Safe

As families welcome a new school year, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce are sharing tips for consumers to avoid counterfeit school supplies, which can cause real harm to consumers and their families, law-abiding businesses and the economy.

Viya Provides Post Tropical Storm Ernesto Update

Although Viya’s network is operational, some customers may be experiencing intermittent service. Viya advises customers that if they lose commercial power, plug in the modem to an alternate power source to continue to receive services.

VIDE Thanks Home Depot for Generous Donation of Fans for Schools

Through a partnership between the Virgin Islands Education Department and Home Depot on St. Thomas and St. Croix, both store locations have committed to the generous contributions of fans, the Education Department announced. 

PSC Commissioner Appointed Second Vice President of MACRUC

Virgin Islands Public Services Commission (PSC) Commissioner Laura Nichols-Samms has been elected as the second vice president of the Mid-Atlantic Conference of Regulatory Utilities Commissioners (MACRUC), the commission announced.

VI SBDC Equips USVI Business Community With 2024 Comprehensive Disaster Preparedness Plans

With a dedicated initiative to help small businesses create comprehensive disaster plans, the Virgin Islands Small Business Center emphasizes the urgency of this task.