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Amber Alert: T’Nasia Rios Reported Missing on St. Thomas Thursday

By Source staff -
T'Nasia Rios was reported missing on St. Thomas Thursday.

Senate Committee Discusses WAPA Woes in Emergency Meeting

By Susan Ellis -
The government agencies that testified at Wednesday’s Senate hearing about their financial crises, said their revenues, including government allotments, were not sufficient to pay their bills - even their electric bills.
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LOCAL NEWS

Saharan Dust Expected Across Region Through End of Workweek

By Jesse Daley -
The prevalence of Saharan dust in the air has been causing some hazy conditions across the territory. Dust particulates in the atmosphere are expected to remain through the end of the workweek. 

Bryan’s WAPA State of Emergency Was Avoidable, Senators Say

By Mat Probasco -
Virgin Islands legislators expressed dismay Tuesday at Gov. Albert Bryan Jr.’s declaration of emergency over the dire financial situation at the Water and Power Authority. 

FEMA Commits $384M to Rebuild Educational Facilities on St. Croix and St. Thomas

By Source staff -
A commitment of $384.8 million to demolish and replace three elementary schools on St. Croix, one on St. Thomas, and repair a school lunch warehouse on St. Thomas marks the latest milestones in FEMA’s collaboration with the territory to rebuild school infrastructure across the U.S. Virgin Islands, which was damaged during hurricanes Irma and Maria in September 2017, the agency announced Tuesday. 

Photo Focus: Annual Carnival Hospital Show Spreads Spirit for the Season

By Judi Shimel -
Carnival on St. Thomas celebrates 72 years in 2024, and the celebration is on! In the early days of April, crowds gathered for pageants choosing Carnival royalty. Musicians struck up the band for calypsonians at the Ruth Thomas Auditorium for the Buoy Ah Buoy, Man a Big Man showcase. And Monday night was a time for friends and family as the annual Carnival Hospital Show played out on the grounds of the Roy L. Schneider Hospital.

Liberty Goes Before PSC and Continues to Face Complaints

By Diana Dias -
The complaints continue as Liberty went before the Public Services Commission on Tuesday to address customer complaints both in person and via Zoom. 

35th Legislature Hosts Perma Plaque Ceremony

By Source staff -
The 35th Legislature held a Perma Plaque Ceremony to honor Virgin Islanders for their outstanding contributions to the territory's growth Monday.

Aubrey Artworks Presents One Night Show

By Amy H. Roberts -
Aubrey Artworks will present "Expansion and BEcoming," a pop-up art show Friday, from 5 – 9 p.m. at the St. John School of the Arts in Cruz Bay.

BRIEFS & SOURCE PICKS

WAPA Provides Update on Richmond Plant and Aggreko Units

By Source staff -
There have been recent developments at the Richmond power plant concerning the Aggreko units and the conclusion of rotational outages on St. Croix, the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority announced to the community Wednesday. 

POLICE & COURTS

Amber Alert: T’Nasia Rios Reported Missing on St. Thomas Thursday

By Source staff -
T'Nasia Rios was reported missing on St. Thomas Thursday.

GOVERNMENT

V.I. Office of Veterans Affairs to Host Seminars on Financial Literacy in May

V.I. Office of Veterans Affairs -
Collaborating with Veterans Affairs on a range of financial topics will be First Bank VI, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Strategy Group.

BUSINESS

USVI Department of Tourism Attends Annual Caribbean Hotel & Resort Investment Summit

V.I. Department of Tourism -
Recognized as the premier hotel investment conference for the Caribbean, CHRIS provided an exceptional platform for industry professionals to connect, share insights and explore regional investment opportunities.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

WAPA Human Resources Receives Prestigious Award for Top Healthy Workforce

Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority’s -
Building upon last year's bronze Designation, WAPA's attainment of the gold level highlights the significant progress and dedication of WAPA in creating a supportive and healthy work environment for its workforce.

FDA Issues Public Notification on S.W.A.G.: May Lower Blood Pressure to Dangerous Levels

Schneider Regional Medical Center to Host Carnival at the Hospital, Seeks Vendors

V.I. Department of Health Encourages Public to Know the Symptoms of Dengue

Department of Health to Launch a Food Safety Hotline

GOVERNMENT

V.I. Office of Veterans Affairs to Host Seminars on Financial Literacy in May

V.I. Office of Veterans Affairs -
Collaborating with Veterans Affairs on a range of financial topics will be First Bank VI, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Strategy Group.

POLICE & COURTS

Amber Alert: T’Nasia Rios Reported Missing on St. Thomas Thursday

By Source staff -
T'Nasia Rios was reported missing on St. Thomas Thursday.

OPINION

LOCAL SPORTS

V.I. Legislature Honors Michelle Smith at Perma Plaque Ceremony

Virgin Islands Track and Field Federation -
Although Michelle was not present, her father, Keith Smith, mother, Mireille Sankatsing-Smith, and grandmother, Leonora Smith, accepted the Perma Plaque on her behalf.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Linda Garvin Memorial Bench Dedication Ceremony at Midre Cummings Playground Park Saturday

By Elisa McKay -
“Let the Children Play!” is the mantra that will echo the legacy of the late Linda Garvin at the Dedication Ceremony at the Midre Cummings Playground Park at the north end of Frederiksted on Saturday, at 10 a.m. 

COMMUNITY

V.I. Legislature Honors Michelle Smith at Perma Plaque Ceremony

Virgin Islands Track and Field Federation -
Although Michelle was not present, her father, Keith Smith, mother, Mireille Sankatsing-Smith, and grandmother, Leonora Smith, accepted the Perma Plaque on her behalf.

OBITUARIES

Desmond Burroughs Dies at 83

Source Staff -
Desmond Burroughs of Lower Cayon, St. Kitts, has died. He resided in Estate Richmond, St. Croix, Virgin Islands.
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