Virgin Islands Referee Educator Selected for Concacaf Instructor Academy

By Source Staff -
U.S. Virgin Islands Soccer Federation referee instructor Robert Ferrell II has been selected by Concacaf to participate in the 2026 Concacaf Referee & Instructor Academy Consolidation, one of the region's premier referee development programs. (Video Inside)

Education Boards Warn Funding Shortfalls Are Limiting Scholarships, Facilities and Workforce Training

By Finn Sharpless -
The Virgin Islands Board of Education and Board for Career and Technical Education warned lawmakers that funding shortfalls continue to affect student scholarships, school facilities and workforce development as they presented their fiscal year 2027 budget requests.
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Financial Tips from the Bank of St. Croix: Enhancing Your Credit Score

LOCAL NEWS

Bastille Day Kingfish Tournament Returns to Hull Bay on Sunday

By Source staff -
Registration for the 35th annual event takes place at the Captain's Meeting on Friday at 7:30 p.m. at The Shack at The Hideaway in Hull Bay on St. Thomas. Final registration happens on Saturday at the same location from noon until 4 p.m. More than 200 anglers —adults and juniors of all skill levels — and over 60 boats are expected to enter.

Bryan Proposes Financial Task Force to Address Long-Term Debt at Hospitals, WAPA, VIWMA

By Ananta Pancham -
Against the backdrop of recent concerns over government finances and delayed payments, Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. is proposing a bipartisan task force to develop financing strategies and structural reforms for the territory's hospitals, WAPA and the Waste Management Authority.

STX Senate Forum Sets Stage for Democratic Primary

By Kit MacAvoy -
Ten Democratic candidates in the St. Croix District's Senate race laid out competing visions for the territory Tuesday night, tackling everything from government accountability and affordability to health care, education and public safety during a two-hour forum ahead of the primary election.

Budget Committee Hears Education Department’s $186.7M Request Amid Staffing, Student Attendance Concerns

By Finn Sharpless -
The Virgin Islands Department of Education is seeking $186.7 million for its fiscal year 2027 budget that would primarily fund employee salaries and benefits, school operating costs, and core educational services.

Planned Overnight Outages Scheduled for St. Thomas, St. John as WAPA Completes Grid Upgrades

By Source Staff -
Residents and businesses across the eastern end of St. Thomas and throughout St. John should prepare for two planned overnight power outages next week as the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority completes a pair of infrastructure projects designed to improve the reliability of the electrical system.

AARP V.I. Summit Urges Residents to Prepare Before Disaster Strikes

By Jesse Daley -
From building emergency kits to preparing important documents and communication plans, residents gathered Tuesday for an AARP Virgin Islands disaster preparedness summit focused on helping individuals and families navigate hurricane season with confidence

Consider the Source with Adisha Penn

By Source Staff -
Watch Now: From public safety and education to infrastructure and community news, we cover the stories shaping the U.S. Virgin Islands. This week: the University of the Virgin Islands responds after being placed on show-cause status by its accreditor; another homicide on St. Croix comes as the territory intensifies its response to rising gun violence; the Humane Society of St. Thomas suspends animal intake over delayed government funding; and WAPA explains the mechanical issues behind continued rotating outages on St. Thomas and St. John. Host Adisha Penn recaps these highlights and more.

BRIEFS & SOURCE PICKS

Island Green Living’s First-Ever Recycling Program Launched 

Island Green Living -
“Although this is the first time bins have been available at St. John Celebration, Island Green has been recycling since 2014, and the program has grown exponentially since then," said President Harith Wickrema.

POLICE & COURTS

Woman Arrested in Hospital Ground Burglary, Assault Case

By Source Staff -
A 26-year-old St. Croix woman has been arrested in connection with a June burglary and assault in the Hospital Ground residential area, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department.

GOVERNMENT

Bryan Advances Collaborative Financial Solutions Task Force

Government House -
Proposed initiative would develop bond-financing options and structural reforms for hospitals, health care centers, VIWMA and WAPA.

BUSINESS

Liberty VI Offers Free Calls to Venezuela

By Liberty VI -
In solidarity with the Venezuelan community residing in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and in response to the situation caused by recent earthquakes affecting various parts of Venezuela, Liberty announced a special measure today to facilitate communication between family members and the business community.

POLITICS

News

USVI Area Labor Federation Endorses Plaskett for Governor

By Source staff -
The U.S. Virgin Islands Area Labor Federation, a coalition representing approximately 4,000 workers across the territory, has selected Delegate Stacey Plaskett as its choice for the Democratic gubernatorial ticket after a poll conducted following the Democratic gubernatorial debate on June 26.

STX Senate Forum Sets Stage for Democratic Primary

Elections Board Debates Candidate Appeals, Residency Requirements and Nomination Rules

Plaskett-Potter Campaign Urges WAPA Fixes

Democratic Primary Ballot Orders Announced After Casting of Lots

HEALTH & WELLNESS

GOVERNMENT

Bryan Advances Collaborative Financial Solutions Task Force

Government House -
Proposed initiative would develop bond-financing options and structural reforms for hospitals, health care centers, VIWMA and WAPA.

POLICE & COURTS

Woman Arrested in Hospital Ground Burglary, Assault Case

By Source Staff -
A 26-year-old St. Croix woman has been arrested in connection with a June burglary and assault in the Hospital Ground residential area, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department.

OPINION

Commentary

Op-Ed: If Trees Could Talk: The Story of Our Virgin Islands Forests, Part 2

By Olasee Davis -
In Part 2 of this exploration of forest development within the Maroon Sanctuary Territorial Park on St. Croix, bush professor Olasee Davis touches on the indigenous people’s influence on the terrestrial environment in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, specifically on the island of St. Croix.

Committee Passes Plaskett Plan To Rename Christiansted Bandstand

Schneider Medical Staff Decries Operational Limitations

Op-Ed: The Lounge | A Column for Men: Before the Bridge: Why We Mishear Each Other

Op-Ed: When a Child Falls, the Territory Must Answer: A Community Covenant Against Youth Violence

LOCAL SPORTS

Young Track Stars Compete in Mexico

Virgin Islands Track and Field Federation -
This year’s delegation reflects both the growing depth of youth athletics in the territory and the federation’s commitment to long‑term athlete development.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Deep End Music Festival Debuts on St. Croix, Organizers Hope to Build Annual Tradition

By Joshua G. Canning -
A vision more than 40 years in the making took shape on St. Croix over the Independence Day weekend as the inaugural Deep End Music Festival brought together nationally recognized musicians and local performers for three days of live music.

COMMUNITY

Island Green Living’s First-Ever Recycling Program Launched 

Island Green Living -
“Although this is the first time bins have been available at St. John Celebration, Island Green has been recycling since 2014, and the program has grown exponentially since then," said President Harith Wickrema.

OBITUARIES

Roseclare Josiah Dies at 73

Divine Funeral and Crematory -
With profound sadness and heartfelt love, we announce the passing of Roseclare Josiah, who departed this life on June 21 at the age of 73.
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