VITEMA Pushing Preparedness; Street Addressing Project Moving
Government House spokesman Richard Motta Jr. gave an update Monday on ongoing V.I. Territorial Emergency Management Agency town halls and shared progress being made on a Street Addressing Initiative being driven by the Lieutenant Governor’s Office.
Park Service Names Nigel Fields Superintendent in St. John
The National Park Service’s South Atlantic-Gulf Regional Director Robert Vogel on Monday named Nigel Fields the superintendent of Virgin Islands National Park and Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument, effective February 16.
Tourism Launches New Brand for St. Croix
The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism has launched a distinctive brand for the island of St. Croix – "St. Croix: A vibe like no other."
Territorial Hospital Board Takes First Step to Rebuild
Almost two and a half years after hurricanes Irma and Maria, the V.I. Government Hospital and Health Facilities Corporation Board voted to take an important step in rebuilding the territory’s health care system.
Debris Removal from Territory Coastlines Making Strides
Ongoing efforts to remove debris and sunken vessels along the USVI coastline involve a partnership of federal agencies, the Department of Planning and Natural Resources and community organizations.
Educators Recruiting Students for Summer Ag Studies
Promoters of a summer study program on agriculture want families to know why their students should attend this program. Those who apply and are accepted will spend two weeks learning about the “wonderful, wide world of agriculture.”
Two New Shops Specializing in Hemp Products Facing New Rules
Two shops featuring CBD products opened for business in January on St. John. Healthy Alternatives, owned by Charmaine Vante and Magabe Calixte, and Virginabis, owned by Cynthia Swan, Oliver Wessehoft and William “Teddy” Waldo, both sell a wide array of oils, lotions and edible products that contain CBD.
Crucian Giant Ann Abramson Dies at 95
Ann Abramson, a towering figure in St. Croix and the U.S. Virgin Islands despite her diminutive stature – she stood only about 5 feet 2 inches tall – died Saturday at the age of 95.
Art Guild’s Work Featured at Caribbean Museum Center Show
The Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts on Friday opened its upper gallery for attendees to experience The Art Show, a collection of works presented by the Artist Guild of St. Croix. The show is scheduled to run through Friday, Feb. 7.
Bryan is Fourth Governor to Take On Frederiksted Stadium
Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. indicated over the weekend he has not given up. He will be the fourth governor trying to get the job done, joining the ranks of Charles Turnbull, John deJongh Jr. and Kenneth Mapp.
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Virgin Islands officials involved in efforts to complete repairs on 2017 hurricane-damaged homes and infrastructures say they were surprised to hear that a federal monitor was chosen to oversee their spending. U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson announced the appointment of Robert Crouch to oversee disaster recovery grants administration. #visource #HUD #news
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U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson announced the appointment of Robert Crouch to oversee disaster recovery grants administration.
