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Governor Announces Administrative Leave for Virgin Islands Carnival

Source Staff -
On the following dates during the Carnival season, employees will be granted administrative leave, and Virgin Islands Government offices will be closed.

Genealogy Library Offers Class on Ten Steps to Writing and Publishing a Family History

Caribbean Genealogy Library -
This class will give an overview of the key steps to writing and publishing your family history.

DPNR to Provide Free Ice for Commercial Port Sampling Program

Department of Planning and Natural Resources’ Division of Fish and Wildlife -
The Division of Fish and Wildlife reminds all commercial fishers, as a stipulation of their commercial fishing license, that they must complete one port sample per quarter.

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.

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. 

U.S. Virgin Islands SNAP/CASH Documentation Due for May 1st Benefit Issuance

Virgin Islands Department of Human Services -
The Certification Unit reminds all Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP/CASH) households in the U.S. Virgin Islands of the approaching deadline for the submission of important recertification applications, periodic reports and additional information documents.

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. 

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.

Plaskett Releases Statement On WAPA State Of Emergency Declaration

By Source staff -
In response to Gov. Albert Bryan Jr.’s declaration of a state of emergency for the Virgin Islands utility system, Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett reaffirms her willingness to work with Bryan, his administration and the 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands as they contend with the continued struggle to operate an efficient Water and Power Authority, according to a press release.

Elections System Reschedules Campaign Disclosure Trainings From April to May

Election System of the Virgin Islands -
The Campaign Disclosure Training will include how to open a campaign bank account, the officers of the Campaign Committee, campaign donations limit, filing time for Campaign Disclosure, and other pertinent election information.

35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands, April 22-26 Senate Calendar

35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands. Senate Calendar -
This is the schedule of the week for April 22-26 of the 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands.

LEPC Announces Funding for Federal Residential Substance Abuse Treatment for State Prisoners

Source Staff -
The program (42 U.S.C. § 3796ff et. seq.) funding assists the state with developing and implementing residential substance use disorder (SUD) treatment programs.

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.

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.

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.

Local Food and Farm Council to Update Farmers, Fishers and Community on USVI Agricultural Plan

Local Food and Farm Council -
The implementation of the Agricultural Plan represents a significant step towards realizing the vision of food security in our territory, where currently 97% of the food supply is imported.

Bureau of Internal Revenue Extends Hours for Filing Tax Returns

Virgin Islands Bureau of Internal Revenue -
To obtain approval for an extension, the taxpayer must properly estimate the tax liability due and file the Form 4868 no later than April 15.

DPNR Now Accepting Applications for Commercial Fishing Licenses

Virgin Islands Department of Planning and Natural Resources -
The Virgin Islands Department of Planning and Natural Resources reminds the public of the upcoming deadlines by the Division of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) for review of new applicants to the limited entry hook-and-line commercial fishing licenses program.

Plaskett Issues Statement on Chairman Jordan’s Letter to Social Media Companies

Source Staff -
“With the timing of a presidential election so near, one cannot wonder if your motivation is not in fact to open Americans up to foreign influence operations in service of Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign,” Plaskett wrote in her letter.

USVI Shines as Premier Destination at 2024 Seatrade Cruise Global Conference

Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands -
Revered as a steady leader in the Caribbean tourism industry, the USVI delegation showcased the territory and its growing accessibility around the cruise industry to key operators and businesses at the 2024 Seatrade Cruise Global Conference.

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