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Charlotte Amalie
Saturday, June 10, 2023

Zoning Requests Receive Positive Recommendations

Residents on the west end of St. Croix could see a new bakery, a new church building, and a new Sister Emma cottage at the Queen Louise home if the three zoning requests heard at the Committee of the Whole Friday keep moving forward. The Senate will make a final vote on the requests on June 14.

Time To Rethink Taxis, Boschulte Says

Most visitors expect taxis to operate much as they do at home: One price for one car load. The charged-by-the-head system used in the U.S. Virgin Islands, however, can be an immediate stressor, quickly evaporating all the picture postcard settings, enviable weather reports, and promises of stress-free leisure that is drawing millions each year said Tourism Commissioner Joesph Boschulte.

EPA Updates Residents on Chemical Removal and Mysterious Odors

The Environmental Protection Agency administrator for Region 2, Lisa Garcia, with a cadre of environmental experts, told an audience of around 100 people that potentially harmful chemicals are being removed from the St. Croix refinery. She also spoke about reports of foul odors in the area at the town hall Thursday evening at the American Legion Hall in Frederiksted.

V.I. Tourism Officials in NYC to Promote and Learn

Delegations from the U.S. Virgin Islands and British Virgin Islands joined other top-level Caribbean tourism officials in New York this week to court influencers, tout accomplishments, and learn from each other. Being open to feedback from visitors and industry insiders was key, Tourism Commissioner Joseph Boschulte said Thursday morning.

JFL Announces Exciting News in Women’s Health for Removing Fibroids

The Juan F. Luis Hospital on St. Croix announced exciting news for women’s health as they introduced a new procedure for removing fibroids at a town hall held at the hospital on Wednesday. Panelists included Hologic Representative Keith Weeks, Obstetrics and Gynecology for St. Croix Dr. Olivine Treasure, and Dr. Michele Berkley. They presented to a crowd of about 30 attendees.

Hospital Board Updates JFL Emergency Operations Plan

After beginning with an executive session, the V.I. Government Hospital and Health Facilities Corporation Territorial Board convened their regular monthly meeting Wednesday evening and approved updates to Juan F. Luis Hospital's hospital-wide emergency operations plan for 2023.

Downtown Tours, Basket Weaving and More Offered at the St. Thomas Historical Trust

The St. Thomas Historical Trust has opened its doors and is providing locals and visitors opportunities to learn more about museums, exhibits, and the culture of the territory through its tours and events.

Kiwanis Club of St. Croix to Host Golf Scramble to Benefit Claude O. Markoe Elementary School Playground Project

On June 17, the Kiwanis Club will host a golf scramble and silent auction at the Reef Golf Course on St. Croix. The goal is to raise money for a playground at Claude O. Markoe Elementary School in Frederiksted. The pre-k through sixth-grade students at the school do not have a playground.

Woman Found Unresponsive on St. John

A St. John woman was found unresponsive in her residence Tuesday, the V.I. Police Department reported.

Open Forum: The Importance of Guts in the Virgin Islands, Part 3

This third part in a series on the guts of the Virgin Islands will take us to the time when the European colonists encountered these islands still in their virgin state. The streams, guts, and small rivers were still flowing year-round, as they were from the beginning of the islands’ geological development.

New York Woman Convicted of Stealing Cell Phones; Receives Probation

A New York Woman was sentenced to four years probation after being convicted of transporting stolen goods, United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced Friday. 

Zoning Requests Receive Positive Recommendations

Residents on the west end of St. Croix could see a new bakery, a new church building, and a new Sister Emma cottage at the Queen Louise home if the three zoning requests heard at the Committee of the Whole Friday keep moving forward. The Senate will make a final vote on the requests on June 14.

Attorney Charlotte S. Sheldon Named Partner of McChain Hamm & Associates

Attorney Charlotte S. Sheldon was named Partner, joining Managing Partner Scot F. McChain, Esq. at the helm of McChain Hamm & Associates, a full-service Virgin Islands law firm in the heart of historic Christiansted.

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Zoning Requests Receive Positive Recommendations

Residents on the west end of St. Croix could see a new bakery, a new church building, and a new Sister Emma cottage at the Queen Louise home if the three zoning requests heard at the Committee of the Whole Friday keep moving forward. The Senate will make a final vote on the requests on June 14.

New York Woman Convicted of Stealing Cell Phones; Receives Probation

A New York Woman was sentenced to four years probation after being convicted of transporting stolen goods, United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced Friday. 

Open Forum: The Importance of Guts in the Virgin Islands, Part 3

This third part in a series on the guts of the Virgin Islands will take us to the time when the European colonists encountered these islands still in their virgin state. The streams, guts, and small rivers were still flowing year-round, as they were from the beginning of the islands’ geological development.

Women’s Coalition of St. Croix Releases Results of Women Race

The following are the results of the 39th Women Race (2 Miles) that took place on June 4, 2023, in Frederiksted, St. Croix, Virgin Islands.

The Virgin Islands Paté Festival Plans a Day of Culture, Family, Food and Fun

Come out and join SMT Enterprise, Laced Legacy and the entire St. Croix community at the first Virgin Islands Paté Festival. They are creating a family-friendly environment centered around this awesome cultural delicacy.

The Virgin Islands Paté Festival Plans a Day of Culture, Family, Food and Fun

Come out and join SMT Enterprise, Laced Legacy and the entire St. Croix community at the first Virgin Islands Paté Festival. They are creating a family-friendly environment centered around this awesome cultural delicacy.

Ann Williamson-Barbel Dies at 85

Longtime St. Thomas resident Ann Williamson-Barbel is being remembered as much for her kind heart as for the business acumen that she used to help establish the island as a premiere tourist destination.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Some 75 people stand to lose their jobs with the closing of the Kmart store at the Sunshine Mall on St. Croix, according to the V.I. Labor Department. Read more now: https://stthomassource.com/content/2023/06/09/labor-investigating-kmart-closure-will-ensure-employee-rights-molloy-says/ ...

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On June 17, the Kiwanis Club will host a golf scramble and silent auction at the Reef Golf Course on St. Croix. The goal is to raise money for a playground at Claude O. Markoe Elementary School in Frederiksted. The pre-k through 6th-grade students at the school do not have a playground.

(#LinkInBio): https://stcroixsource.com/2023/06/08/kiwanis-club-of-st-croix-will-host-golf-scramble-to-benefit-claude-o-markoe-elementary-school-playground-project/

📸: Kiwanis Golf Scramble Registration Form (Submitted flyer)

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The St. Thomas Historical Trust has opened its doors and is providing locals and visitors opportunities to learn more about museums, exhibits, and the culture of the territory through its tours and events.

(#LinkInBio): https://stthomassource.com/content/2023/06/08/downtown-tours-basket-weaving-and-more-offered-at-the-st-thomas-historical-trust/

📸: The St. Thomas Historical Trust on Raadets Gade. (Source photo by Adisha Penn)
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After beginning with an executive session, the V.I. Government Hospital and Health Facilities Corporation Territorial Board convened their regular monthly board meeting and approved updates to the Juan F. Luis Hospital hospital-wide emergency operations plan for 2023.

(#LinkInBio): https://stcroixsource.com/2023/06/08/hospital-board-updates-jfl-emergency-operations-plan/

📸: Territorial board approved emergency procedures for Juan Luis hospital Wednesday evening. (Source file photo)
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The Juan F. Luis Hospital on St. Croix announced exciting news for women’s health as they introduced a new procedure for removing fibroids at a town hall held at the hospital on Wednesday. Panelists included Hologic Representative Keith Weeks, Obstetrics and Gynecology for St. Croix Dr. Olivine Treasure and Dr. Michele Berkley presented to a crowd of about 30 attendees.

(#LinkInBio)https://stcroixsource.com/2023/06/08/jfl-announces-exciting-news-in-womens-health-for-removing-fibroids/

📸: Staff of the Juan F. Luis Hospital, along with Dr. Olivine Treasure and Dr. Michelle Berkley, as well as Hologic representatives get prepared to perform the first Acessa procedure in the Caribbean. (Photo provided by Juan F. Luis Hospital)
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Delegations from the U.S. Virgin Islands and British Virgin Islands joined other top-level Caribbean tourism officials in New York this week to court influencers, tout accomplishments, and learn from each other. Being open to feedback from visitors and industry insiders was key, Tourism Commissioner Joseph Boschulte said Thursday morning.

(#LinkInBio): https://stthomassource.com/content/2023/06/08/v-i-tourism-officials-in-nyc-to-promote-and-learn/

📸: The USVI exhibit at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s State Of The Industry Conference in Manhattan Thursday. (Photo: Mat Probasco)
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The Environmental Protection Agency administrator for Region 2, Lisa Garcia, with a cadre of environmental experts, told an audience of around 100 people that potentially harmful chemicals are being removed from the St. Croix refinery. She also spoke about reports of foul odors in the area Thursday evening at the American Legion Hall in Frederiksted.

(#LinkInBio): https://stcroixsource.com/2023/06/08/epa-updates-residents-on-chemical-removal-and-mysterious-odors/

📸: Frederiksted resident Ryan Flegal asks a question during the EPA town hall Thursday. (Photo by Susan Ellis)
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In September 2021, Disney announced the movie remake of the iconic classic “The Little Mermaid.” The movie announcement was faced by controversy on social media as the star “Ariel” would be portrayed by @HalleBailey , an African American singer. In response to the controversy, a local Facebook Page was founded.

(#LinkInBio): https://stthomassource.com/content/2023/06/07/the-little-mermaid-give-back-group-giveaway/

📸: The Little Mermaid Giveaway Group teams up with Ella’s Hope. (Submitted photo)
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How Much Do You Know About Hurricanes? Take a Pop Quiz!

Tropical storms, hurricanes and other large coastal storms can affect seaside and inland communities and ecosystems with strong winds, high storm tide, erosion and flooding. These forces can destroy buildings, roads and bridges and reshape the nation’s coastline. Scientists with the U.S. Geological Survey are dedicated to studying coastal storms, so robust data are available to the people who need it.

(#LinkInBio): https://stcroixsource.com/2023/06/07/how-much-do-you-know-about-hurricanes-take-a-pop-quiz/

📸: Hurricane

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One of St. Croix’s two @Kmart stores is slated to close, according to a report by a retail consulting and asset acquisition firm.

(#LinkInBio): https://stcroixsource.com/2023/06/07/one-kmart-on-st-croix-to-close-retail-consulting-firm-reports/

📸: Kmart building
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The V.I. Public Finance Authority Board of Directors’ approval to negotiate with First Bank Puerto Rico to borrow $100 million for the buyout of the contract between the Water and Power Authority and Vitol was a quick action item on its agenda Wednesday, and its most controversial.

https://stthomassource.com/content/2023/06/07/pfa-working-on-loan-for-vitol-extends-contract-to-monitor-refinery/

📸: Gov. Albert Bryan chaired the PFA Zoom meeting. (Photo from Livestream)
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Teddy Seymour was officially designated the first African American man to sail around the world solo when he completed his voyage on June 19, 1987, in Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands.

(#LinkInBio): https://stcroixsource.com/2023/06/07/remembering-teddy-seymour-solo-circumnavigator-marine-captain-educator-all-american-athlete/

📸: Capt. Teddy Seymour (Photo by Maya Gates Seymour)
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Conflicting legislation on funding concerned legislators during Wednesday’s Committee on Health, Hospitals, & Human Services hearing when receiving testimony from the @USVIDOH and the V.I. Board of Nurses.

(#LinkInBio): https://stthomassource.com/content/2023/06/07/collaborative-efforts-ensued-during-health-and-hospital-hearing/

📸: Sen. Ray Fonseca chairs Wednesday’s Committee on Health, Hospitals and Human Services. (Photo by Barry Leerdam)
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With a grant from the U.S. Department of Interior Office of Insular Affairs, the Virgin Islands Architecture Center for Built Heritage and Crafts will take the first steps in fulfilling the organization’s mission – to rebuild the Old Barracks Property into an educational center to teach, train and certify Virgin Islands students in historic preservation and building trades.

https://stcroixsource.com/2023/06/06/viac-ready-to-begin-rebuilding-old-barracks-on-hospital-street/

📸: The building served as the only high school before Central High was built. (Susan Ellis photo)
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Taxicab Commission officials alerted for-hire drivers Tuesday that their St. Thomas office had reopened — 11 weeks after it abruptly closed because of a yet-unspecified workplace hazard.

https://stthomassource.com/content/2023/06/06/taxicab-office-reopens/

📸: The St. Thomas Taxicab Commission office reopened Monday, 11 weeks after closing. (Photo from the V.I. Taxi Association website)
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During Tuesday’s Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance hearing, Jenifer C. O’Neal, director of the Office of Management and Budget, testified that the $100 million line of credit requested by the governor’s financial team has not been closed, thus resulting in $45 million being taken from the legislative General Fund to pay WAPA.

https://stthomassource.com/content/2023/06/06/45-million-of-unauthorized-funding-utilized-by-the-bryan-administration/

📸: Sen. Donna Frett-Gregory chairs the Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance on Tuesday. (Photo By Barry Leerdam)

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A St. Croix man wanted for attempted murder is said to be armed and dangerous, the Virgin Islands Police Department warned the community Monday.

(#LinkInBio): https://stcroixsource.com/2023/06/05/wanted-calvin-parker-for-attempted-murder-said-to-be-armed-and-dangerous/

📸: WANTED: Calvin Parker (VIPD
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V.I. Native Janette Brin, founder and owner of Caribbean POSH, announced the Caribbean’s leading women’s empowerment event is coming to St.Thomas, USVI, for the first time June 16-19.

(#LinkInBio): https://stthomassource.com/content/2023/06/05/caribbean-posh-weekend-to-be-held-in-usvi/

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