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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Senators Hold Bill to Confiscate Guns of Extreme-Risk Individuals

By Don Buchanan -
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

By Mat Probasco -
An inter-departmental kerfuffle about the Tourism Department’s budget became a public mistake Wednesday, with even government insiders scratching their heads.
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LOCAL NEWS

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

By Source staff -
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

By Linda Morland -
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

By Bernetia Akin -
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

By Source staff -
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

By Jesse Daley -
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

By Linda Morland -
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

By Source staff -
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.

BRIEFS & SOURCE PICKS

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

By Olasee Davis -
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.

POLICE & COURTS

Older Driver Safety Awareness: Keeping Our Loved Ones Safe

V.I. Office of Highway Safety -
The V.I. Police Department and the V.I. Office of Highway Safety urge the community to be proactive about safe driving skills by learning ways to identify changes early and intervening as soon as possible to help older drivers maintain safe mobility.

GOVERNMENT

Roach Notifies Small Businesses of Reporting on Beneficial Ownership Information

Division of Corporations and Trademarks -
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

BUSINESS

Roach Notifies Small Businesses of Reporting on Beneficial Ownership Information

Division of Corporations and Trademarks -
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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HEALTH & WELLNESS

Community

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

By Source staff -
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.

DOH Encourages Residents to Get the Flu Vaccine

Frederiksted Health Care Inc. and Others Hold Summit on HIV/PrEP

DOH’s Pediatric Lead Testing of 118 Children Shows 4 Detected, Pending Confirmation

GESC Health Insurance Board Releases Election Results

GOVERNMENT

Roach Notifies Small Businesses of Reporting on Beneficial Ownership Information

Division of Corporations and Trademarks -
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

POLICE & COURTS

Older Driver Safety Awareness: Keeping Our Loved Ones Safe

V.I. Office of Highway Safety -
The V.I. Police Department and the V.I. Office of Highway Safety urge the community to be proactive about safe driving skills by learning ways to identify changes early and intervening as soon as possible to help older drivers maintain safe mobility.

OPINION

Commentary

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

By Olasee Davis -
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.

Op-Ed: Castle Nugent Farms Could Become a National Park With Delegate’s Help

Letter to the Editor: Can’t We All Just Get Along?

Op-Ed: CEO Smith Responds to Lawsuit with Commitment to Solutions for St. Croix Water Customers

Open Forum: The USVI Should be Thankful for the Conservation Efforts of George A. Seaman and the Gasperi Family

LOCAL SPORTS

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

The Junior Tri VI Committee -
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.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

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

By Amy H. Roberts -
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.

COMMUNITY

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

National Science Foundation/ University of the Virgin Islands -
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.

OBITUARIES

Austin Charles Parris

Press release -
Austin Charles Parris died Nov. 6.
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