Racism is Defined by Experience: Chapter Four
Roy Watlington was born on St. Thomas long enough ago to have lived through much of the modern-day Black struggles for equal citizenship in the states and the accompanying changes in the Virgin Islands.
Public School Opening Delayed to ‘At Least’ Sept. 8
Because of the recent surge of COVID-19 cases and in “abundance of caution,” Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. said Monday the opening of public schools has been pushed back from Aug. 10 to “at least” Sept. 8.
Budget Hearing: Inspector General Says Office Needs More Staff
Inspector General Steven van Beverhoudt told the Senate Finance Committee Friday that the proposed budget for his department will not let him hire enough personnel to meet all their demands.
Legislature Extends State of Emergency
Senate President Novelle E. Francis Jr. announced Saturday that the 33rd Legislature has opted to allow the automatic extension of the state of emergency that Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. requested on July 5.
Sporting Goods and Experiences Store Opens Inside Leatherback
Biking and water sports enthusiasts can now shop for kayaks, paddleboards, surfboards, bikes and accessories while they sip a Leatherback beer at the brewery west of Christiansted. Soon they also will be able to book an outdoor tour or lesson at Island Life Adventures.
Virgin Islanders Mourn Venerable Educator Ruth Harrigan-Beagles
Former educator and cultural advocate Ruth Harrigan-Beagles died on June 6 in Sun City, Florida, and Virgin Islands Governor Albert Bryan Jr. was one of the first to offer his condolences.
Casino Control Commission Urges Government to Fill Vacancies
The Virgin Islands Casino Control Commission remains frustrated over the lack of an administration appointed nominee for the director position of the Division of Gaming Enforcement and the position of Casino Control Commission chairman.
Senators Criticize High-Paying Supervisory Positions at Procurement
Senators grilled V.I. Department of Property and Procurement Commissioner Anthony Thomas at Friday's budget hearing about having too many high-paying leadership positions within the department.
Scientists Work to Unravel Mystery of Rare Leatherback Nest at Hull Bay
Some time on the night of May 2, a massive leatherback sea turtle hauled herself from the ocean onto Hull Bay beach to lay nearly six dozen eggs in what scientists say was a “very rare” event for St. Thomas.
Governor Issues Proclamation Celebrating Bastille Day and French Heritage Week
Bastille Day is celebrated by France and those of French origin as Fête Nationale in observance of the anniversary of the storming and liberation of the state prison, the Bastille.
Airlines Are Working Toward A Sustainable Caribbean Solution
Last week, LIAT announced that no further information about its future will be available until after its next annual general meeting, which has not yet been scheduled.
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Governor Issues Proclamation Celebrating Bastille Day and French Heritage Week
Bastille Day is celebrated by France and those of French origin as Fête Nationale in observance of the anniversary of the storming and liberation of the state prison, the Bastille.
Airlines Are Working Toward A Sustainable Caribbean Solution
Last week, LIAT announced that no further information about its future will be available until after its next annual general meeting, which has not yet been scheduled.
Governor Issues Proclamation Celebrating Bastille Day and French Heritage Week
Bastille Day is celebrated by France and those of French origin as Fête Nationale in observance of the anniversary of the storming and liberation of the state prison, the Bastille.
Editorial: Assumptions, Silence, Apathy are Deadly for Children and Community
The silence is deadly in the aftermath of the dramatic, daylight killing of 29-year-old Rique Ashby and his cousin, 14-year-old Aaron Ashby, as they operated a backhoe cleaning up overflowing trash in the, as yet to be demolished, former Tutu Hi-Rise Housing Community.
American Martial Arts Alliance Honors Local Master Jerry Otto
The American Martial Arts Alliance Awards ceremony was to be hosted in Las Vegas, Nevada, July 10-11. Due to the pandemic, all Las Vegas events have been canceled; however, the entire celebration this year was online.
WAPA SERIES
Melee and Missed Opportunities: A Short History of WAPA Part I
As a bevy of Monday morning quarterbacks continue to amuse themselves on social media, radio talk shows and with letters to the editor bashing our Water and Power Authority, the Source would like to add a history lesson to the mix.
Agriculture Department Updates Its Response to COVID-19
The V.I. Department of Agriculture will be curtailing hours, effective immediately, to limit exposure and promote the safety and well-being of its employees, customers and the community-at-large.
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The future of Coral Bay came into the spotlight once again when the Senate Committee of the Whole met Tuesday to consider a modified permit and a lease for submerged land for a controversial 144-slip
