CSU Team Predicts Active 2020 Hurricane Season
Colorado State University hurricane researchers are predicting an above average Atlantic hurricane season in 2020, according to a report issued Thursday.
Virgin Islands Athletes Shift Focus to 2021 After 2020 Olympic Games Postponed
While the decision to postpone the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo until next summer due to the COVID-19 pandemic is likely to save lives, the decision made an impact on athletes who planned on representing the U.S. Virgin Islands on the big stage.
V.I. Division Of Festivals Launches Virtual Carnival
Carnival on St. Thomas may have been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but Virgin Islanders can still have fun while maintaining social distancing. The Department of Tourism’s Division of Festivals launched “Home Wuk,” a series of online social gatherings designed to create a sense of community, camaraderie and a “virtual” Carnival experience.
Vivianne Newton Named Deputy Chief for STJ
Police Commissioner Trevor Velinor on Wednesday announced the appointment of Detective Vivianne Newton to the position of deputy chief of police on St. John.
Cooking in the Time of Corona: Quinoa Avocado Salad
Avocado is a magic fruit to me. I stalk them. Friends in the neighborhood know of my avocado addiction and either offer them to me or tell me their trees “haven’t fruited this year.” Either way, there is usually a way to find them on the islands.
Unless People ‘Shelter in Place,’ V.I. Hospitals May Be Overwhelmed
If V.I. residents “shelter in place” as Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. directed and we are lucky, a peak of 117 or so COVID-19 patients may need hospitalization at one time, V.I. Health Department officials project.
V.I. Source At Home Reading Series: ‘On a Magical Do-Nothing Day’
The Source staff is presenting readings of children’s books in the spirit of offsetting the confusion and upheaval in their lives. Produced by James Gardner for the Source and narrated by Shaun A. Pennington.
The Forum ‘Presents’ The Vega String Quartet Online
Until The Forum and its audiences can all meet again in person, it will be sharing updates and listening tips of artists who have performed live at the Forum over the years.
Governor Urges Businesses to Take Advantage of SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program
Under the program, employers of businesses of 500 or fewer employees can get a low-interest loan, and the SBA will forgive the loan if all employees are kept on the job for eight weeks and the money is used for payroll, rent, mortgage interest or utilities.
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Governor Urges Businesses to Take Advantage of SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program
Under the program, employers of businesses of 500 or fewer employees can get a low-interest loan, and the SBA will forgive the loan if all employees are kept on the job for eight weeks and the money is used for payroll, rent, mortgage interest or utilities.
VIPD Seeks STX Man Charged with Rape and on Federal Warrant
The VIPD is searching for Jimmy Davis of St. Croix, who is a suspect in the forcible rape of a 15-year-old minor that occurred on April 3. There is also a federal warrant for his arrest, charging him with violation of supervised release.
Retiree Makes Multipurpose Stimulus Business Proposal
Ivan Butcher II has a plan to use stimulus money to grow small businesses in the Virgin Islands.
Virgin Islands Athletes Shift Focus to 2021 After 2020 Olympic Games Postponed
While the decision to postpone the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo until next summer due to the COVID-19 pandemic is likely to save lives, the decision made an impact on athletes who planned on representing the U.S. Virgin Islands on the big stage.
The Forum ‘Presents’ The Vega String Quartet Online
Until The Forum and its audiences can all meet again in person, it will be sharing updates and listening tips of artists who have performed live at the Forum over the years.
VIPD Seeks STX Man Charged with Rape and on Federal Warrant
The VIPD is searching for Jimmy Davis of St. Croix, who is a suspect in the forcible rape of a 15-year-old minor that occurred on April 3. There is also a federal warrant for his arrest, charging him with violation of supervised release.
Lauren Charles Gifft Dies at 59
Lauren Charles Gifft died on March 19, in Marietta, Ga., at the age of 59.
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