Local government

This Week's Senate Calendar

Gregory Norris — Sat, 19 May 2012 14:58:16 -0400

Here’s what’s on tap at the V.I. Legislature this week.

Office of Veterans Affairs Announces May Events

Gregory Norris — Fri, 18 May 2012 23:09:42 -0400

The Virgin Islands Office of Veterans Affairs announces a series of activities, leading up to the Memorial Day holiday, recognizing the men and women of the armed forces and their families.

FYI: African Heritage Week Proclaimed in the Virgin Islands

Gregory Norris — Fri, 18 May 2012 23:04:08 -0400

Gov. John P. deJongh Jr. proclaims May 20-26 to be African Heritage Week in the territory to serve as a reminder of the Virgin Islands proud African heritage.

Human Services Highlights Literacy, Language at Early Learning Conference

Gregory Norris — Thu, 17 May 2012 18:36:00 -0400

The Department of Human Services in collaboration with government agencies and non-profit organizations will host the 14th annual Best Beginnings early childhood conference.

VITEMA Holds 2012 All Hazards Preparedness Expo Territorywide

Gregory Norris — Thu, 17 May 2012 00:55:42 -0400

In a continuing effort to heighten awareness about the importance of being prepared, the Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency will host the 2012 Annual All Hazards Preparedness Expoterritorywide, May 24 - 27.

Governing Board Meeting of the VIEDA’s Lending Division Scheduled

Gregory Norris — Tue, 15 May 2012 15:27:45 -0400

The V.I. Economic Development Authority Governing Board gives notice that the authority, along with its subsidiaries, will be holding a continuation of the Governing Board Decision Meeting of the Government Development Bank and the Small Business Development Agency held at 9 a.m. on May 2, on Thursday, May 17.

FYI: Governor Proclaims Foster Care Month

Gregory Norris — Mon, 14 May 2012 21:24:07 -0400

Gov. John P. deJongh Jr. proclaims May as “Foster Care month, a time to celebrate the unique group of people who open their hearts and homes to children in the foster care system in the V.I.

DHPR LBJ Gardens Office Having Problems With Telephone Service

Gregory Norris — Mon, 14 May 2012 14:46:17 -0400

According to a press release issued Monday by the Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation, the department’s LBJ Gardens Office in Christiansted is experiencing problems with its telephone service.

This Week's Senate Calendar

Gregory Norris — Sat, 12 May 2012 20:21:34 -0400

Here’s what’s on tap at the V.I. Legislature this week.

Bureau of Motor Vehicles to Close Early

Gregory Norris — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:29:32 -0400

The Bureau of Motor Vehicles will be closed at noon on Friday, May 18, on St. Croix, and at noon on Friday, May 25, on St. Thomas-St. John.

FYI: Nurses Week Proclaimed in the Virgin Islands

Gregory Norris — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:14:46 -0400

Gov. John P. de Jongh Jr. proclaims the week of May 6-12 to be Nurses Week in the Virgin Islands.

VIDOA Offers Grant Opportunities Through Crop Block Program

Gregory Norris — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:09:59 -0400

Farmers and the general public are invited to attend meetings to share information on grant funding opportunities available through the VIDOA.

VIDOA Makes First Land Purchase as Part of Forest Legacy Program

Gregory Norris — Wed, 09 May 2012 21:45:57 -0400

The department’s Forestry Division has made its first purchase of land in northwestern St. Croix as part of the USDA Forest Service’s Forest Legacy Program.

Workshop Scheduled for Summer Food Service Program Participants

Gregory Norris — Wed, 09 May 2012 21:42:40 -0400

A mandatoryworkshop for the 2012 Summer FoodService Program (SFSP)will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 6, at the Curriculum Center in Kingshill.

Property Auctions to Resume on June 5

Gregory Norris — Wed, 09 May 2012 10:06:39 -0400

Delinquent property auctions on St. Croix will take place from June 5-7 at the Virgin Islands Cardiac Center.

Fire Service Lifts Ban on Burning Permits

Gregory Norris — Tue, 08 May 2012 10:39:47 -0400

Daryl A. George, Assistant Director of the Virgin Islands Fire Service, announced on Monday that effective immediately the ban on burning permits has been lifted for the St. Thomas-St. John and St. Croix Districts.

This Week's Senate Calendar

Gregory Norris — Sat, 05 May 2012 10:03:57 -0400

Here's what is on tap at the Virgin Islands Legislature.

Public Meetings Scheduled for St. Croix Redistricting Plan

Gregory Norris — Wed, 02 May 2012 16:53:53 -0400

The public is invited to attend a series of meetings scheduled over the next few weeks to discuss the upcoming implementation of a new school/estate redistricting plan for St. Croix District.

FYI: Governor Proclaims Mental Health Month in V.I.

Gregory Norris — Wed, 02 May 2012 02:31:58 -0400

Gov. John P. deJongh Jr. has proclaimed May to be Mental Health Month in the Virgin Islands. Cecile deJongh launches “Be a Friend” public awareness campaign to erase stigma and encourage treatment.

DOL Announces Start of Summer Youth Work Experience Program

Gregory Norris — Tue, 01 May 2012 17:35:57 -0400

The V.I. Department of Labor has begun to accept Summer Youth Work Experience applications. It anticipates serving approximately 425 customers, ages 14-25, territory-wide.