Local government

This Week's Senate Calendar

Gregory Norris — Sat, 25 May 2013 06:46:05 -0400

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

Dance Competition Planned to Select 165th Emancipation Celebration Performers

Gregory Norris — Fri, 24 May 2013 22:34:20 -0400

A competition to select dancers to perform at the 165th Emancipation Celebration on St. Croix will be held. The competition will take place at 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 22, at Island Center.

Supreme Court Announces New Members of the Bar

Gregory Norris — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:03:44 -0400

The Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands Committee of Bar Examiners has announced the following applicants have passed the V.I. Bar Examination, which was given on Feb. 27-28.

VIHFA Hosts Third Annual Housing Expo

Gregory Norris — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:54:36 -0400

In an effort to celebrate National Home Ownership Month, the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority (VIHFA) is gearing up to host the 2013 Housing Expo. Now in its third year, the Expo promises to provide the enlightening experience that existing and potential home owners have come to expect.

WAPA Closes in Observance of Memorial Day

Gregory Norris — Fri, 24 May 2013 15:40:17 -0400

The Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority will close its business offices throughout the territory on Monday, May 27, in observance of Memorial Day.

Division of Cultural Education Launches Rebranding Campaign

Gregory Norris — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:13:07 -0400

The Division of Cultural Education is looking to rebrand, and the public is invited to help.

Delinquent Property Auctions Scheduled for June

Gregory Norris — Sun, 19 May 2013 01:23:36 -0400

The Division of Real Property Tax has scheduled the next round of auctions for properties in delinquent payment status of 10 or more years.

Agriculture Announces Caribbean Area Conservation Innovation Grants

Gregory Norris — Sat, 18 May 2013 01:36:18 -0400

The U.S. Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS) Caribbean Area (CB) re-announces the availability of the 2013 Caribbean Area Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies.

UVI and DOP Launch Certified Public Manger Program

Gregory Norris — Sat, 18 May 2013 00:40:16 -0400

The University of the Virgin Islands Institute for Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness, and the V.I. Division of Personnel (DOP) have launched the V.I. Certified Public Manager Program.

Tourism Launches Destination Wedding Campaign

Gregory Norris — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:10:07 -0400

The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism (DOT) has launched a new initiative designed to increase awareness and bookings for the territory in the competitive U.S. destination wedding market.

Personnel Announces Civil Entrance Exam for Police and Correction Officers

Gregory Norris — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:18:49 -0400

The Division of Personnel has scheduled the entrance police and correction officer examinations in both the St. Thomas-St. John and St. Croix districts for the week of June 24-28.

DPNR Announces Boating Registration, Commercial Fishers’ Licensing

Gregory Norris — Mon, 13 May 2013 22:26:54 -0400

All boating registration and commercial fishers’ licensing for 2013-2014 will be conducted as follows.

Human Services Announces Funds for Summer Camp Fees

Gregory Norris — Thu, 09 May 2013 13:54:31 -0400

The Office of Child Care and Regulatory Services has announced the availability of limited funds to assist eligible parents or guardians to pay summer camp fees for their children.

Training Continues for Participants in Summer Food Service Program

Gregory Norris — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:25:54 -0400

Training for participants in the 2013 Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) on St. Croix continues with workshops on Wednesday, May 22 and Thursday, June 6, at the Curriculum Center in Kingshill.

Labor Announces $4,500 Mini-Grants for Career Exploration, Summer Youth Employment

Gregory Norris — Thu, 02 May 2013 23:58:09 -0400

The Department of Labor is soliciting employers and community organizations that are interested in participating in this year’s Summer Youth Work Experience Program through the department.

Human Services Makes Changes to Energy Assistance Program

Gregory Norris — Wed, 01 May 2013 16:42:27 -0400

The Department of Human Services advises beneficiaries of the Energy Crisis Assistance Program (ECAP) of the following changes as of Wednesday, May 1.

VIWMA Closes Peter’s Rest Convenience Bin

Gregory Norris — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 22:04:22 -0400

The Peter’s Rest bin site on St. Croix will be closed effective on Tuesday, April 30. All residents are asked to use the recently open Peter’s Rest Convenience Center.

Dance Competition Plans Selection of 165th Emancipation Celebration Performers

Gregory Norris — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:57:33 -0400

Tourism has announced a competition to select dancers to perform at the 165th Emancipation Celebration on St. Croix. The competition will take place at 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 15.

FYI: Governor Praises Accomplishments of Two V.I. Jockeys

Gregory Norris — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 04:04:19 -0400

Gov. John P. deJongh Jr. acknowledges the accomplishments of Virgin Islands jockeys Kevin Krigger and Victor Lebron, who are headed to the Kentucky Derby.

Health Officials Monitoring New Avian Influenza Virus

Gregory Norris — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 03:59:58 -0400

The Department of Health is monitoring recent reports of a new (H7N9) strain of avian influenza or “bird flu” emerging in China.