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Bryan Declares Local State of Emergency to Restore Energy Security in USVI

By Jesse Daley and Ananta Pancham -
Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. declared a local State of Emergency to tackle the territory's energy crisis andprevent further rotational power outages from crippling the the U.S. Virgin Islands.

EPA Approves $62 Million For USVI Solar Power

By Mat Probasco -
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will send $62.45 million to the territory for residential community solar and power storage projects, federal officials announced Monday.

Bryan Nominates Rhea as New Attorney General

By Susan Ellis -
Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. announced Monday at the weekly Government House press briefing, his nomination of Gordon Rhea to serve as the next V.I. Attorney General.

Photo Focus: Annual Earth Day Fair Reminder to Protect Planet

By Nancy Borowick -
The Friends of Virgin Islands National Park held its annual Earth Day fair in Cruz Bay, St. John Monday.

Quarrel Turns Deadly in Thomasville; Female Motorist Killed

By Judi Shimel -
Police say a heated argument between a toddler’s parents led to the apparent shooting death of the child’s mother. According to court records, the incident was reported to 911 just after dawn on Friday.

Education Department St. Croix District Implements Remote Instruction for Three Schools April 22

By Source staff -
The Virgin Islands Department of Education St. Croix District announced that Pearl B. Larsen PreK-8, John H. Woodson Jr. High School, and St. Croix Central High School will transition to remote instruction April 22 due to inclement weather.

Majestik Freedom Estrada-Petersen Crowned St. Thomas Carnival Queen

By Ananta Pancham -
Majestik Freedom Estrada-Petersen, a student at the University of the Virgin Islands, stole the show at the St. Thomas Ambassadorial Queen Competition held Saturday night at the Eldrige Blake Sports and Fitness Center. Estrada-Petersen was crowned queen, and also took home the awards for Miss Intellect, Best Swimwear, People's Choice and Queen's Raffle, sponsored by Viya.

Photo Focus: SEA Holds 31st Annual Eco-Fair

By Diana Dias  -
Editor's note: Republished as the Zoom link information has changed. The St. Croix Environmental Association held its 31st Annual Eco-Fair Friday at the St. George Village Botanical Gardens.

Weekly Weather Forecast with Jesse Daley

By Jesse Daley -
Watch now: Check out our weekly weather forecast with Jesse Daley, covering Sunday, April 21, through Saturday, April 27.

Federal Report Points to Uncertainties in GERS Rescue

By Don Buchanan -
In February 2022, Gov. Albert Bryan signed a bill permitting the government to refinance the territory’s rum cover-over matching fund bonds and use the interest rate savings to stabilize the Government Employees’ Retirement System.

Judge Orders BOC to Bring Defendant Back to Face Trial

By Judi Shimel -
A Superior Court judge is ordering the Bureau of Corrections to bring an accused home invader back from a Mississippi jail to stand trial. In the order issued April 16, Superior Court Judge Denise Francois invoked the Virgin Islands Code to remind BOC officials of their responsibility. 

Shooting Leaves Woman Dead in Thomasville

By Source staff -
Patrol officers responded to a 911 call reporting a shooting on Friday in Thomasville on St. Thomas, the V.I. Police Department reported.

24th Annual Taste of St. Croix Brings Style, Flare, and of Course, Food  

By Diana Dias -
The 24th Annual Taste of St. Croix did not disappoint as it brought style, flair, and of course, food to hundreds of attendees.  One of the most highly anticipated nights of the year gathered over 25 restaurants at the Divi Carina Bay Resort and Casino. 

PSC Urges Liberty V.I. Customers to Register Complaints

By Judi Shimel -
A top official at the Public Services Commission is urging customers of Liberty V.I. services to submit written complaints to the agency. That appeal was heard during two days of public listening sessions held to let consumers air their telecommunications problems.

Zoning Variance Request for St. John Container-Housing Development Raises Questions for Senators

By Amy H. Roberts -
When the Senate Committee of the Whole met Wednesday to discuss three applications for zoning changes for St. Thomas and St. John, senators were asked to consider something truly new in the housing industry.

DEMUS Foundation Hosts Annual Benny-Demus Carnival Kickball Tournament

By Gabrielle Querrard -
What started out as playful banter on social media about a high stakes marble game, has turned into one of Carnival’s most anticipated and loved events, the Benny-Demus Carnival Kickball Tournament. This year’s game is scheduled for May 1 at 4 p.m. at the Joseph Aubain Ballpark in Frenchtown.

V.I. Scientists Converse About Conservation

By Susan Ellis -
A panel of scientists and interested community members joined the Friends of V.I. National Park in a virtual meeting on Monday to talk conservation. "This panel conversation looks to explore the various lenses each of us bring to the conversation, to highlight the common priorities and values we share, and...

CTEC Students Inducted into Honor Society

By Diana Dias  -
It was a special day for 37 students at the St. Croix Career and Technical Education Center Thursday as they were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society for the 2023-2024 school year.  

Genealogist Dana Palmer Shares Tips on Using Newspaper Records in Genealogy

By Adisha Penn -
The Caribbean Genealogy Library hosted its virtual “Finding Family Using Newspapers” event Wednesday, that provided tips on how to access and use newspapers to find information on one’s family roots.

Frett-Gregory Pushes Back on Bryan’s Veto of Bill Reforming Hiring Practices

By Source staff -
Sen. Donna Frett-Gregory said she plans to work with her colleagues to override Gov. Albert Bryan Jr.’s veto of a bill that would prevent employers from asking about a job applicant’s criminal history until after they have been interviewed and offered a job.

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