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Sunday, April 28, 2024

Weekly Weather Forecast with Jesse Daley

Watch now: Check out our weekly weather forecast with Jesse Daley, covering Sunday, April 28, through Saturday, May 4.

Local Butterfly Orchids Have Adapted to Dry Conditions

I usually see the small flowers of these native orchids (Psychilis macconnelliae) sticking up on long stalks on the dry southern hillsides of St. John. They are special because they only grow in the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico.

Standing Ovation for GHCDS Musical ‘The Music Man’

The Good Hope Country Day School drama club cast received a standing ovation as they performed the musical The Music Man for their faculty night on Thursday at the Good Hope Country Day School’s Theater. This follows their completely sold-out opening night last week.

Celebrating International Girls in ICT Day: Using Technology to Lead and Connect Vlogging Competition

In celebration and awareness of International Girls in ICT Day, the Virgin Islands Education Department, in partnership with Viya, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Girls in STEAM initiative, "Using Technology to Lead and Connect Vlogging Competition."

Senate Approves Three-Step Financial Fix for WAPA

Lawmakers of the 35th Legislature approved a three-step solution to ease financial pressures on the Water and Power Authority. Votes taken on three bills - which includes a measure to define when a state of emergency can be declared - came in rapid succession on Thursday afternoon at the end of a six-hour session. 

Like Cash, Key Hardware Also Eludes WAPA

Money isn’t the only thing in short supply at the Water and Power Authority, WAPA officials said at a meeting of its governing board Thursday. While the embattled utility’s financial concerns have been well publicized, WAPA also faces dramatic challenges in obtaining key hardware vital to power generation and grid stability.

11th-Grader Danny Philip Wins 2nd Place in Vermont Pitch Challenge

Danny Philip Jr. achieved an exciting goal recently, winning second place in the Vermont Pitch Challenge from the University of Vermont. Phillip, who is in 11th grade at the Seventh-day Adventist School on St. Croix, has aspirations of becoming a successful businessperson in technology and computer science.

Administrative Leave for Carnival and Issuance of Tax Refunds Announced

With St. Thomas Carnival festivities already underway, Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. has locked in the administrative leave schedule for government workers and announced that more than $5 million in income tax refunds have been issued to Virgin Islands residents.

Start of Carnival Shooting Trial Faces Possible Delay

Jury selection in the murder trial for the man accused of fatally shooting a man at the end of last year’s Carnival Parade is being delayed. The judge presiding over the case rescheduled the process for a later date to accommodate a hearing over evidence to be admitted at trial.

Nicholas D’Amour Performs Well in Shanghai at Stage I of the World Cup 2024

There were 115 competitors in the Men’s Olympic Recurve Division. On Tuesday, the Olympic Recurve archers battled in a three-hour qualifying session. 

“What We Have Here Is a Person Who Was on a Rampage”; Bruce Smith Gets 35 Years in Prison

A former high school hall monitor and track coach was sentenced Friday to 35 years in federal prison for sexually abusing a dozen student athletes over a period of 15 years.

WAPA Customer Service and Business Offices Adjusted Hours for May 1-3

While the Customer Service offices are closed, the Authority will not be performing disconnects related to unpaid bills from May 1.

Ocean Point Terminals Recognizes Local Charities for Community Work, Donates $300,000 to 20 Non-Profits

Under Ocean Point Terminal’s Charitable Contributions program, donation requests must support the advancement of education, environmental stewardship and community sustainability. 

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WAPA Customer Service and Business Offices Adjusted Hours for May 1-3

While the Customer Service offices are closed, the Authority will not be performing disconnects related to unpaid bills from May 1.

“What We Have Here Is a Person Who Was on a Rampage”; Bruce Smith Gets 35 Years in Prison

A former high school hall monitor and track coach was sentenced Friday to 35 years in federal prison for sexually abusing a dozen student athletes over a period of 15 years.

Op-Ed: Preservation of V.I.’s Historic Bridges is Critical to Our Cultural Heritage

The bridges in the Virgin Islands are being repaired and maintained if needed, which is a good thing for motorists. However, what most residents of the Virgin Islands don’t know is that we have historic bridges dating back hundreds of years to the Danish occupation of the islands, and they are protected under the law. I hope the contractor or contractors are working with the V.I. State Historic Preservation Office.

Nicholas D’Amour Performs Well in Shanghai at Stage I of the World Cup 2024

There were 115 competitors in the Men’s Olympic Recurve Division. On Tuesday, the Olympic Recurve archers battled in a three-hour qualifying session. 

Standing Ovation for GHCDS Musical ‘The Music Man’

The Good Hope Country Day School drama club cast received a standing ovation as they performed the musical The Music Man for their faculty night on Thursday at the Good Hope Country Day School’s Theater. This follows their completely sold-out opening night last week.

Ocean Point Terminals Recognizes Local Charities for Community Work, Donates $300,000 to 20 Non-Profits

Under Ocean Point Terminal’s Charitable Contributions program, donation requests must support the advancement of education, environmental stewardship and community sustainability. 

Norris Evan Edmead Dies at 64

Norris Evan Edmead, also known as “Taz,” “Hardy,” “Kushoo” or “Miguel” tragically transitioned his earthly life on Thursday, April 4.

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