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VITFF Bulletin: Michelle Smith Sets New V.I. National 400m Hurdle Record!

Smith emerged as the winner in the 400m hurdles event, setting a new national record for the Virgin Islands with a time of 56.06.

Division of Personnel Announces the 2024 Battle of the Agencies – Beach Edition

The Battle of the Agencies is not just a mere competition; it is a dynamic event designed to foster wellness and camaraderie among the Government of the Virgin Islands and semi-autonomous agencies.

Mother Charged with Murder of Nine-Year-Old

Mourning and outrage over the killing of a nine-year-old girl Saturday intensified on St. Thomas as police announced the arrest of her mother on murder charges Monday.

Editorial: Reflecting on Tragedy and Urging Action for Mental Health Care in the U.S. Virgin Islands

The recent and tragic death of nine-year-old Jacqueda Issac on St. Thomas has shaken our community to its core. While official details surrounding the circumstances are still coming to light, the collective grief and anguish felt by those who knew the family – and even those who didn’t – has been palpable.

Horse Racing Returns to St. Thomas for Carnival; Bryan Reveals Incentive for Government Retirees to Rejoin Workforce

Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. declared that horse racing will return to St. Thomas on May 3 for the Carnival celebrations this year. Horse races last occurred at the track in 2017, before the track was damaged during hurricanes Irma and Maria.

In Effort to Replenish Reefs, ‘Pied Piper’ Scientists Lure Coral Larvae

In what could prove a breakthrough, researchers have succeeded in using recorded sound to enhance the chances of coral larvae making their home on struggling coral reefs in need of new life.

VIElectron Hosts Walking Tour of Solar Facilities on St. Croix

VIElectron, a leading renewable energy company committed to revolutionizing power infrastructure in the Virgin Islands, along with the support of Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. and government leaders, hosted a guided tour of the Petronella solar facilities on St. Croix, VIElectron Founder and CEO Christian Loranger announced. 

HSSTT is Ready to Bloom at Spring Brunch Sunday

The Humane Society of St. Thomas is set to bloom once again this year with its Spring Brunch. The annual event, a major fundraiser for the shelter, will be held on Sunday at the Ritz-Carlton on St. Thomas. 

Youngest STJ Students Perform in Cruz Bay for the Public Wednesday

More than one hundred St. John children from kindergarten to second grade will come together to present a choir concert on Wednesday at the Julius E. Sprauve School. The 30-minute performance begins at 5:30 p.m. and is free and open to the public

Crime Stoppers Needs Your Help

Crime Stoppers V.I. offers cash rewards for information leading to the arrest of individuals responsible for past homicides on St. Thomas, St. Croix, or St. John, involvement in government corruption, manufacturing and/or distributing drugs and trafficking guns.

35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands Senate Calendar for March 18 – March 22, 2024

This is what is happening this week at the35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands.

Consider the Source with Adisha Penn

Former Senator Janette Millin Young sits down in studio to talk over the upcoming election for Sixth Constitutional Convention delegates while host Adisha Penn recaps the biggest headlines of the week.

Ian Clement Appointed Acting Attorney General Amidst Leadership Transition

Responding to the recent resignation of Attorney General Ariel Smith, Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. has appointed Ian Clement as the territory’s acting attorney general, effective immediately.

V.I. Push to Import Foreign Workers Well Underway

Like it or not, the territory is preparing for a massive influx of foreign labor that could begin as early as this fall and last about a decade.

Photo Focus: 53rd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade Paints Christiansted Green

The 53rd annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade painted the town of Christiansted, St. Croix, green on Saturday.

Photo Focus: Afternoon on the Green Brings Out Hundreds to Support Student Scholarships

Afternoon on the Green brought hundreds to the University of the Virgin Islands on St. Thomas Sunday, along with battling chefs, community booths, bands, a car show and an expanded kids’ area that helped raise funds for two special student scholarships.

Interview With U.S. Magistrate Judge Ruth Miller, Part 1

After fourteen years on the bench at the District Court of the Virgin Islands, the Honorable Ruth Miller is ready to step down. With a few months left to go before hanging up her gavel, the federal magistrate judge serving on St. Thomas spoke about the career path that led her to the small courtroom in the Ron de Lugo Federal Building in Charlotte Amalie.

Roach and Team Leave for National Association of Insurance Commissioners Meeting

The association provides expertise, data and analysis for insurance commissioners to effectively regulate the industry and protect consumers.

Girl, 9, Found Dead on St. Thomas

Emergency responders found a 9-year-old girl dead on St. Thomas early Friday, police said Saturday. The nature of the death and where exactly the girl died are still under investigation by the Virgin Islands Police Department.

Man Faces Domestic Violence Charges for Assaulting Woman

Junior Jones was taken into custody Saturday facing domestic violence charges, the V.I. Police Department reported.

UPCOMING EVENTS

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