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Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Senate Health Committee Receives Infectious Disease Update, Passes Bills on Opioids Disclosures, ABLE Act

The Senate Health, Hospitals and Human Services Committee approved a pair of bills during a Tuesday hearing on St. Thomas after receiving an update from V.I. Health Department leadership on worrisome health trends impacting the territory and the U.S. mainland, respectively. 

Text 911 Service Opens, Tax Returns on the Way

Virgin Islanders unable to speak to a 911 operator because of a disability or the nature of their emergency can now send text messages, officials said Tuesday at a Government House briefing.

Photo Focus: Students Go Green and Get Groovy at Earth Day Fair and Litter Stomp

The annual Friends of the Park Earth Day Fair and Litter Stomp took place Tuesday morning at the Cruz Bay Ball Field on St. John, with hundreds of students from around St. John and St. Thomas in attendance.

Photo Focus: Carnival Spirit Pops Up at SRMC With Food, Festivity, and a Royal Welcome

Carnival came to life on the lawn of Schneider Regional Medical Center Monday as part of the hospital’s annual celebration, bringing music, food, and performances to patients, staff, and the wider community. The event, designed to share the spirit of Carnival with those unable to attend the territory’s larger festivities, has grown into a well-attended tradition.

Craft and Community Converge at Frederiksted Festival Launching New Distillery

A new festival blending culture, entrepreneurship, and community will debut May 10 on St. Croix as the Spirit of Craft Celebration marks the official launch of Prosperity Farm Distillery. The event, organized by entrepreneur Robert Apfel, promises a full day of tasting experiences, music, and local artistry, all set on the historic grounds of the renovated Plantation Nightclub.

Lupe Fiasco To Headline 14th Annual King of the Wing Competition at Magens Bay

The island’s beloved summer tradition returns as the 14th Annual King of the Wing Competition is set to take over Magens Bay Saturday, June 14.

State AGs Press HHS To Restore Tip-Sharing in National Human Trafficking Hotline

A bipartisan group of 41 attorneys general is urging the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to ensure the next operator of the National Human Trafficking Hotline promptly shares tips with local law enforcement — a move they say is vital to dismantling trafficking operations and recovering victims.

Police Investigating Shooting Death of Frederiksted Woman

Police responded to multiple calls about gunfire at the Louis E. Brown Apartments on St. Croix around 8:15 p.m. Monday, finding a 49-year-old woman shot to death.

93 V.I. Pilgrims Fly to Rome on Pope Francis’ Final Day; Local Memorial Services Set for Tuesday

Followers of the Catholic faith worldwide woke up Monday to news of the death of Pope Francis. And as the word of his death spread around the world, the leader of Catholics in the Virgin Islands was headed for the airport and a flight bound for Rome.

Foxwynd Foundation Continues Support as MBW’s Sewing Program Gains Momentum  

This sewing program is another step forward in empowering young people with functional skills that will serve them for a lifetime.

Election Audit Starts Tuesday

The Board of Elections will conduct the audit of the 2024 General Election on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 5:30 p.m.

Pedestrian Killed in Hit-and-Run on Queen Mary Highway; VIPD Seeks Public’s Help

A 54-year-old woman was struck and killed by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash Saturday evening on Queen Mary Highway near the Market Supermarket on St. Croix, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department.

Senate Health Committee Receives Infectious Disease Update, Passes Bills on Opioids Disclosures, ABLE Act

The Senate Health, Hospitals and Human Services Committee approved a pair of bills during a Tuesday hearing on St. Thomas after receiving an update from V.I. Health Department leadership on worrisome health trends impacting the territory and the U.S. mainland, respectively. 

Scheduled Service for Fly The Whale Reservations

On your travel day, please be prepared to show your booking confirmation for your existing reservation at time of check-in.  We also ask that you abide by a minimum of one hour for check-in so we have enough time to re-enter your information in our system.  If you show up under this timeframe, it will be very difficult to guarantee you a seat.

Summer Food Service Training Sessions

The St. Thomas-St. John District of the Virgin Islands Department of Education is pleased to announce upcoming training sessions for Site Supervisors participating in the 2025 Summer Food Service Program, which will operate from June 9, through July 18.

Senate Health Committee Receives Infectious Disease Update, Passes Bills on Opioids Disclosures, ABLE Act

The Senate Health, Hospitals and Human Services Committee approved a pair of bills during a Tuesday hearing on St. Thomas after receiving an update from V.I. Health Department leadership on worrisome health trends impacting the territory and the U.S. mainland, respectively. 

Pedestrian Killed in Hit-and-Run on Queen Mary Highway; VIPD Seeks Public’s Help

A 54-year-old woman was struck and killed by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash Saturday evening on Queen Mary Highway near the Market Supermarket on St. Croix, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department.

Smith Closes With Gold, Uszenski Smashes Records in CARIFTA Day Three Action

The third day of the 2025 CARIFTA Games in Trinidad and Tobago proved golden for the U.S. Virgin Islands, as veteran track star Michelle Smith ended her CARIFTA career with a dominant win, while 13-year-old swimmer Reagan Uszenski continued to rewrite the record books.

Lupe Fiasco To Headline 14th Annual King of the Wing Competition at Magens Bay

The island’s beloved summer tradition returns as the 14th Annual King of the Wing Competition is set to take over Magens Bay Saturday, June 14.

Foxwynd Foundation Continues Support as MBW’s Sewing Program Gains Momentum  

This sewing program is another step forward in empowering young people with functional skills that will serve them for a lifetime.

Ras-I Aluja Bramble Dies at 64

The family of Ras-I Aluja Bramble, aka Livingston Bramble, age 64, is sad to announce his passing on March 22.

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