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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Senators Hold Bill to Confiscate Guns of Extreme-Risk Individuals

A bill that would give the V.I. Police Department the flexibility to suspend the licenses of registered gun holders if they’re a threat to themselves or others got an airing before the Senate Wednesday but was ultimately held because of concerns from senators and other testifiers.

Questions Swirl In Apparent Tourism Budget Spat

An inter-departmental kerfuffle about the Tourism Department’s budget became a public pistarkle Wednesday, with even government insiders scratching their heads.

VIPD Arrests Suspect in the Murder of Chandler “Frenchie” Heath

Quasheem Christian, 23, who was identified as the suspect in the death of Chandler “Frenchie” Heath, was arrested Wednesday on St. Croix and charged with first-degree murder, the V.I. Police Department reported.

Christmas Spoken Here – Perfect Place to Find Holiday Gifts and Santa

Santa will help make the season bright for children of all ages as The St. George Village Botanical Garden hosts Christmas Spoken Here on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Aquaculture Interests Get Renewed Push

Pretty much stalled for about a quarter of a century, the move toward developing large-scale aquaculture in the territory got a boost last week when the government announced it has a draft plan for regulating the industry.

Honeymoon Beach, Buccaneer Resort Vying for Votes in USA Today Contest

Honeymoon Beach on St. John is in the competition for the title of “Best Caribbean Beach” in a readers’ choice awards contest being run by USA Today, with public voting open until Jan. 1.

Bryan Extends Local State of Emergency Through Dec. 29; Minor Cannabis Convictions May Qualify for Expungement

Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. has extended a local State of Emergency for 30 days through Dec. 29, providing ongoing access to resources to address water quality issues on St. Croix. Separately, individuals with minor cannabis convictions may have records expunged. 

“Ah Glow In Deh Park – Ah Glittering Jubilee of Trees for the World to See” Tree Lighting To Bring Holiday Joy to Christiansted

The 5th Annual Limpricht Park Tree Lighting, presented by the Crucian Cultural Group, will take place on Friday from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at Limpricht Park on King Street in Christiansted.

Archery Field on STX Is Ready for All Skill Levels

The Isaac Gateword James Park and Archery Field in Estate La Grange are open to the community for all skill levels, Commissioner Jean-Pierre L. Oriol of the Department of Planning & Natural Resources announced Monday.

Op-Ed: Let’s Revive the Inkberry Christmas Tree Tradition in the Virgin Islands

We have become so Americanized that we’ve lost the tradition of using the Inkberry as a Christmas tree. Many of us don’t realize that the Inkberry tree was also a story-telling tree during the Christmas season. I am talking native story-telling about our culture and the history of these islands.

Second Suspect in Havensight Shooting Incident Arrested

Police arrested the second suspect in connection with the October shooting in Havensight, St. Thomas that took the life of 31-year-old Cursim Hansen, the Virgin Islands Police Department reported Thursday.

Roach Notifies Small Businesses of Reporting on Beneficial Ownership Information

Lt. Gov. Tregenza A. Roach Esq. notifies the public that the Office of the Lieutenant Governor Division of Corporations and Trademarks is providing guidance regarding new federal reporting requirements that go into effect on Jan. 1, 2024, which will require businesses to report beneficial ownership information in an effort to prevent financial crimes

Roach Notifies Small Businesses of Reporting on Beneficial Ownership Information

Lt. Gov. Tregenza A. Roach Esq. notifies the public that the Office of the Lieutenant Governor Division of Corporations and Trademarks is providing guidance regarding new federal reporting requirements that go into effect on Jan. 1, 2024, which will require businesses to report beneficial ownership information in an effort to prevent financial crimes

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Christensen Named to Advisory Board of Meharry’s New School of Global Health

Dr. Donna M. Christensen has been named to the founding advisory board of the new School of Global Health at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee.

Roach Notifies Small Businesses of Reporting on Beneficial Ownership Information

Lt. Gov. Tregenza A. Roach Esq. notifies the public that the Office of the Lieutenant Governor Division of Corporations and Trademarks is providing guidance regarding new federal reporting requirements that go into effect on Jan. 1, 2024, which will require businesses to report beneficial ownership information in an effort to prevent financial crimes

Second Suspect in Havensight Shooting Incident Arrested

Police arrested the second suspect in connection with the October shooting in Havensight, St. Thomas that took the life of 31-year-old Cursim Hansen, the Virgin Islands Police Department reported Thursday.

Op-Ed: Let’s Revive the Inkberry Christmas Tree Tradition in the Virgin Islands

We have become so Americanized that we’ve lost the tradition of using the Inkberry as a Christmas tree. Many of us don’t realize that the Inkberry tree was also a story-telling tree during the Christmas season. I am talking native story-telling about our culture and the history of these islands.

Junior Tri VI Hosts Jolly Junior Splash ‘n Dash for Ages 5-15

The Junior Tri VI Committee, a subgroup of the Virgin Islands Triathlon Federation, held the swim/run event for junior athletes, ages 5 to 15, to kick off the busy holiday season.

Five Events on Dec. 9 Kick Off STJ’s Holiday Season

It’s been a long time since St. John was a sleepy little island, but there’s probably never been a day so chocked-full of holiday events as this coming Saturday.

National Science Foundation $3.5M Award Expands Workforce Opportunities for Virgin Islanders in STEM

The goal of Navigating Home is to place recent graduates into new short (two to five months) and long-term (one to two years) marine and environmental science job opportunities which will build local workforce capacity.

Austin Charles Parris

Austin Charles Parris died Nov. 6.

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