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Senate Health Committee Receives Infectious Disease Update, Passes Bills on Opioids Disclosures, ABLE Act

By Kit MacAvoy -
The Senate Health, Hospitals and Human Services Committee approved a pair of bills during a Tuesday hearing on St. Thomas after receiving an update from V.I. Health Department leadership on worrisome health trends impacting the territory and the U.S. mainland, respectively. 

Text 911 Service Opens, Tax Returns on the Way

By Mat Probasco -
Virgin Islanders unable to speak to a 911 operator because of a disability or the nature of their emergency can now send text messages, officials said Tuesday at a Government House briefing.

Smith Closes With Gold, Uszenski Smashes Records in CARIFTA Day Three Action

By Mark J. Daniel -
The third day of the 2025 CARIFTA Games in Trinidad and Tobago proved golden for the U.S. Virgin Islands, as veteran track star Michelle Smith ended her CARIFTA career with a dominant win, while 13-year-old swimmer Reagan Uszenski continued to rewrite the record books.

USVI Sues Pepsi and Coke Over Plastic Pollution

By Mat Probasco -
Pepsi and Coke bottles are destroying the natural beauty of the Virgin Islands while the companies making plastic pollutants lie about their environmental impact, according to a bombshell lawsuit filed by the Virgin Islands government.

St. Croix Refinery Acknowledges ‘Temporary Changes’ to Staff

By Kit MacAvoy -
Reports of downsizing at the St. Croix refinery Tuesday prompted owner Port Hamilton Refining and Transportation to issue a statement acknowledging staff changes. 

Protective Farming Comes to Coral Bay

By Judi Shimel -
The owners of a commercial farm on St. John are taking a major step to adopt protective agriculture practices. Over the Easter weekend, Coral Bay Organic Farm and Garden Center accepted delivery of materials to build five greenhouses.

Photo Focus: Students Go Green and Get Groovy at Earth Day Fair and Litter Stomp

By Nancy Borowick -
The annual Friends of the Park Earth Day Fair and Litter Stomp took place Tuesday morning at the Cruz Bay Ball Field on St. John, with hundreds of students from around St. John and St. Thomas in attendance.

Photo Focus: Carnival Spirit Pops Up at SRMC With Food, Festivity, and a Royal Welcome

By Melissa Bryan -
Carnival came to life on the lawn of Schneider Regional Medical Center Monday as part of the hospital’s annual celebration, bringing music, food, and performances to patients, staff, and the wider community. The event, designed to share the spirit of Carnival with those unable to attend the territory’s larger festivities, has grown into a well-attended tradition.

Craft and Community Converge at Frederiksted Festival Launching New Distillery

By Source staff -
A new festival blending culture, entrepreneurship, and community will debut May 10 on St. Croix as the Spirit of Craft Celebration marks the official launch of Prosperity Farm Distillery. The event, organized by entrepreneur Robert Apfel, promises a full day of tasting experiences, music, and local artistry, all set on the historic grounds of the renovated Plantation Nightclub.

Pedestrian Killed in Hit-and-Run on Queen Mary Highway; VIPD Seeks Public’s Help

By Source staff -
A 54-year-old woman was struck and killed by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash Saturday evening on Queen Mary Highway near the Market Supermarket on St. Croix, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department.

Robbery Suspect Apprehended After Victim Identifies Him to Police

By Source staff -
The Virgin Islands Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Bureau, with assistance from the VIPD Patrol Division, arrested a man in connection with an armed robbery that occurred Friday morning.

Cousin Cut in Knife Attack; Woman Jailed Without Bail

By Source staff -
A woman was arrested Monday on St. Croix in connection with a domestic assault involving a brass-knuckle knife that left her cousin with a head injury, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department.

Lupe Fiasco To Headline 14th Annual King of the Wing Competition at Magens Bay

By Source staff -
The island’s beloved summer tradition returns as the 14th Annual King of the Wing Competition is set to take over Magens Bay Saturday, June 14.

State AGs Press HHS To Restore Tip-Sharing in National Human Trafficking Hotline

By Source staff -
A bipartisan group of 41 attorneys general is urging the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to ensure the next operator of the National Human Trafficking Hotline promptly shares tips with local law enforcement — a move they say is vital to dismantling trafficking operations and recovering victims.

Constitutional Convention Tuesday Night

VI Sixth Constitutional Convention -
These meetings are open to the public and media, and community members are encouraged to attend and engage in the discussions that will shape the future governance of the Virgin Islands.

Laura Isaac Softball Tournament April 24-27

Department of Education -
This exciting four-day event brings together top teams from across the territory for a spirited competition in celebration of sportsmanship, teamwork, and athletic excellence.

Bryan to Speak at Sustainability Summit in St. Kitts and Nevis

Global Sustainable Islands Summit -
The summit includes specialized Forums aimed at empowering island communities and highlighting local projects having a global impact.

Police Investigating Shooting Death of Frederiksted Woman

By Mat Probasco -
Police responded to multiple calls about gunfire at the Louis E. Brown Apartments on St. Croix around 8:15 p.m. Monday, finding a 49-year-old woman shot to death.

93 V.I. Pilgrims Fly to Rome on Pope Francis’ Final Day; Local Memorial Services Set for Tuesday

By Judi Shimel -
Followers of the Catholic faith worldwide woke up Monday to news of the death of Pope Francis. And as the word of his death spread around the world, the leader of Catholics in the Virgin Islands was headed for the airport and a flight bound for Rome.

Easter Sunrise Marks the End of a Weeklong Beach Camping Tradition in Frederiksted

By Diana Dias -
As the first rays of sunrise lit up the shores of Frederiksted on Easter Monday, the golden glow signaled more than just the start of a new day — it marked the closing of a cherished weeklong tradition for one St. Croix family and their extended camping community.

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