Island Mixx Earn Big Victories, but Heat Seek First Win at AAU Volleyball Championships

By Mark J. Daniel -
Island Mixx teams ended Day 1 of the fourth wave at the 2026 Amateur Athletic Union National Volleyball Championships in Orlando, Florida on Sunday with wins, while Island Heat had a tougher day on the court, still in search of their first victory. 

St. John Celebration Village Opening Strikes a Chord for Tischelle Knight

By Judi Shimel -
The opening of the Village for St. John Celebration 2026 began with a celebration of music, song and family tradition. On stage in what is normally the Cruz Bay Parking Lot, government officials, community leaders and royalty gathered to honor St. John Soca singer Tischelle Knight.
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Weekly Weather Forecast With Jesse Daley

By Jesse Daley -
Check out our weekly weather forecast with Jesse Daley, covering Sunday, June 28, through Saturday, July 4.

Fans Setting Stops to St. John Celebration Village Based on Musical Taste

By Judi Shimel -
Opening night of St. John Celebration 2026 promises a musical kickoff like no other. The ceremony honoring St. John’s own songbird — Tischelle Knight — is set to begin Sunday at 6 p.m.

V.I. National Guard Sgt. Earns Distinguished Honor Graduate Recognition

By Source staff -
Sgt. Juan Becerril of the Virgin Islands National Guard graduated as the Distinguished Honor Graduate of the U.S. Army Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Advanced Leadership Course after finishing first in his class.

Virgin Islands Agricultural Leaders Join Regional Food Security Panel

By Source staff -
Two U.S. Virgin Islands agricultural leaders were featured Friday in a regional discussion on food security, climate resilience and sustainable innovation during the Caribbean POSHgirl Power Brunch in the British Virgin Islands.

Licensed Firearm Owner Charged in Fatal Sion Farm Gas Station Shooting

By Source staff -
A licensed firearm owner has been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a man Friday evening at a Sion Farm gas station.

Democratic Governor Candidates Discuss Key Issues in First Debate Before Primary Election

By Grayton Goldsmith -
The U.S. Virgin Islands Area Labor Federation hosted the first gubernatorial debate of the 2026 election cycle Friday at the Charlotte Amalie High School auditorium. The debate featured Lt. Gov. Tregenza Roach, Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett and former Sen. Donna Frett-Gregory, who are seeking the Democratic nomination for governor in the Aug. 1 primary.

Proposed Water Island Resort Lease Faces Scrutiny at Senate Hearing

By Finn Sharpless -
On Friday, lawmakers heard divided testimony on a proposed Water Island resort that would lease about 180 acres of public land for a development requiring at least $300 million in private investment.

BRIEFS & SOURCE PICKS

Reporter’s Notebook: NPS Ignores Community Concerns Under New Development Plan for Caneel Bay

By Amy H. Roberts -
If you assumed the National Park Service was moving forward with its 2023 plan to rebuild Caneel Bay Resort on St. John, you may be in for a shock.

POLICE & COURTS

Police Investigate Two Jewelry Store Break-Ins on St. Thomas

By Source staff -
The Virgin Islands Police Department is investigating a burglary and an attempted burglary at two jewelry stores on St. Thomas that occurred over the weekend.

GOVERNMENT

VIPA Public Hearing on Proposed Aviation Tariffs

By Virgin Islands Port Authority -
Tariff rates will be updated annually and are an essential part of VIPA’s commitment to improving the operations and standards of STT and STX for the residents of the United States Virgin Islands and the traveling public.

BUSINESS

Liberty VI Offers Free Calls to Venezuela

By Liberty VI -
In solidarity with the Venezuelan community residing in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and in response to the situation caused by recent earthquakes affecting various parts of Venezuela, Liberty announced a special measure today to facilitate communication between family members and the business community.

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POLITICS

Elections Board Debates Candidate Appeals, Residency Requirements and Nomination Rules

By Diana Dias -
The Virgin Islands Board of Elections debated candidate qualifications, residency requirements, and nomination petition procedures during a Monday emergency meeting that highlighted ongoing disputes surrounding the 2026 election cycle. The meeting was a continuation of Friday's board meeting, which was recessed for lack of a quorum. 

Plaskett-Potter Campaign Urges WAPA Fixes

Democratic Primary Ballot Orders Announced After Casting of Lots

Candidate Disqualifications Narrow 2026 Field as Elections Review Continues

Op-Ed: Political Parties in the USVI Are Falling Short and Need Renewal

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Community Action NOW!, Savan Residents, and SmartNet Launch Community Safety Initiative

By Community Action NOW! -
As part of the initiative's first phase, surveillance cameras will be installed at three strategic entry points into the Savan community. These initial installations represent the beginning of a community lead, broader long-term strategy to establish the Savan community as a safe zone. 

VI Epidemiology Team Earns National Recognition

VIDHS Temporarily Pauses Online Child Care Applications 

AARP Virgin Islands Launches Elder Justice Summit to Protect Older Adults 

“Kids Count” Data Show Complicated National and VI Mix

GOVERNMENT

VIPA Public Hearing on Proposed Aviation Tariffs

By Virgin Islands Port Authority -
Tariff rates will be updated annually and are an essential part of VIPA’s commitment to improving the operations and standards of STT and STX for the residents of the United States Virgin Islands and the traveling public.

POLICE & COURTS

Police Investigate Two Jewelry Store Break-Ins on St. Thomas

By Source staff -
The Virgin Islands Police Department is investigating a burglary and an attempted burglary at two jewelry stores on St. Thomas that occurred over the weekend.

OPINION

LOCAL SPORTS

Island Mixx Earn Big Victories, but Heat Seek First Win at AAU Volleyball Championships

By Mark J. Daniel -
Island Mixx teams ended Day 1 of the fourth wave at the 2026 Amateur Athletic Union National Volleyball Championships in Orlando, Florida on Sunday with wins, while Island Heat had a tougher day on the court, still in search of their first victory. 

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Mango Tango Presents The Final Vision: A Farewell Exhibition of Mel McCuddin’s Work

Mango Tango Art Gallery -
Mango Tango Art Gallery will unveil The Final Vision, an exhibition of oil paintings and drawings by the late Mel McCuddin on Saturday, June 27, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. All works will be on display and available for purchase.

COMMUNITY

Ruff Start Dog Rescue Barks for Voter Registration

By Virgin Islands Board of Elections -
Anyone who will be 18 years old by Nov. 3 is eligible to register. The deadline to vote for the Aug. 1 Primary Election is July 2.

OBITUARIES

Jettice Viola Petula Benjamin Dies at 85

James Memorial Funeral Home -
Jettice Viola Petula Benjamin, affectionately known as “Cess” or “Mother,” of Estate Mount Pleasant died on June 15 in Delray Beach, Florida. She was 85 years old.
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