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Jobs for America’s Graduates Selects IEKHS Senior for Kenneth M. Smith Scholarship

Virgin Islands Department of Education -
Darnell Birmingham, a senior at Ivanna Eudora Kean High School (IEKHS), has been recently selected as one of the recipients of the 2024 Kenneth M. Smith Scholarship.

LEPC Accepting Proposals for Funding Opportunities for Federal Victims of Crime Assistance Grants

Virgin Islands Law Enforcement Planning Commission -
The Office of Victims of Crime makes available Victims of Crime Act Formula Grants to non-profit victim services entities and government agencies to provide direct services to assist victims recovering from victimization.

Freeman Dawson Dies at 84

Press release -
Freeman Dawson died on March 2. He was 84 years old.

Alston A. King Dies

Source Staff -
It is profound sadness and a heavy heart that the family announces the passing of our brother, Alston A. King, affectionately known as “Allie” or “King.” He died on April 6.

Beach Advisory for April 15-19

V.I. Department of Planning and Natural Resources -
DPNR performed water quality analysis at 18 designated beaches throughout the territory during the week of April 15 – April 19. The following beaches meet water quality standards and are considered safe for swimming and fishing.

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.

LEPC Accepting Proposals for Federal Violence Against Women Grants

Virgin Islands Law Enforcement Planning Commission -
LEPC, with funding through the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Violence Against Women, makes available Violence Against Women Formula Grants to private non-profit organizations.

National Park Service to Repair Vessel Mooring Buoys Beginning April 22

National Park Service -
National Park Service scuba divers based at Virgin Islands National Park routinely inspect and service mooring and other buoys in the park.

Amy Veronica Williams Dies

Press release -
Amy Veronica Williams has died.

Dr. Barbara Petrolla Hodge Dies at 74

Press release -
Dr. Barbara Petrolla Hodge died on April 10. She was 74 years old.

DPNR’s Fish and Wildlife Releases 2nd Edition of ‘Go Wild, Go Fish VI’ Magazine

V.I. Department of Planning and Natural Resources Division of Fish and Wildlife -
The first issue of “Go Wild, Go Fish VI” was released last July and cast a spotlight on the endangered Virgin Islands tree boa, the invasive red-tailed boa, the division’s sea mapping program, scientific bird work, exotic pet amnesty program and scientific papers.

Mary Josephine Landais Dies

Press release -
It is with deep sorrow that the family and friends announced the passing of Mary Josephine Landais on March 17, at Roy Lester Schneider Hospital.

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

V.I. Department of Health -
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a public notification on S.W.A.G., advising consumers against purchasing the sexual enhancement product sold across various websites and in some retail stores.

Eulita A. Jacobs Dies at 91

Press release -
Eulita A. Jacobs died on April 2 at the age of 91.

Jalma M. Magras Dies at 90

Press release -
The family of Jalma M. Magras died on March 28 at the age of 90.

Consula Ursula Bastien Dies

Source Staff -
Mother, grandmother and friend Consula Ursula Bastien has died.

CGL to Present Lecture on the D. Hamilton Jackson and Casper Holstein Collaboration

Caribbean Genealogy Library -
The Caribbean Genealogy Library will host a lecture, entitled “D. Hamilton Jackson and Casper Holstein: Early Collaboration in Fighting for Political Reform 1921-1927.”

PSC Gains Valuable Insights During Randolph Harley Power Plant Visit on St. Thomas

Public Service Commision -
During the visit, they gained invaluable insights into the intricate processes involved in generating power and producing safe water, as well as the ongoing efforts to maintain and repair older generation units among other major updates.

Friends of Virgin Islands National Park Celebrates Earth Day With Week of Events

Friends of Virgin Islands National Park -
The Friends of Virgin Islands National Park's 15th annual Earth Day celebration includes coastal cleanups, a community plant giveaway, tree planting and the Earth Day Fair and Litter Stomp for school students.

Iva Tyson Dies

Press release -
Iva Tyson died on April 4.

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