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Monday, June 17, 2024

Key Figures in Federal Misuse of Funds Probe Released on Bond

By Source staff -
Three key figures in the ongoing federal misuse of funds investigation—Department of Education Maintenance Director Davidson Charlemagne, his wife Sasha, and former V.I. Housing Finance Authority CEO Darin Richardson—have been released on $100,000 unsecured bonds as they face charges for an alleged $4 million fraud scheme exploiting hurricane recovery funds.

Senators Working to Strengthen Ethics Bill, Express Frustrations Over Federal Funds Probe

By Diana Dias -
In his weekly press conference on Monday, Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. mentioned a review of an ethics bill that Sen. Kenneth L. Gittens has before the Senate. This comes in the wake of the arrests of Education’s Director of Maintenance Davidson Charlemagne, 50, and his wife, Sasha Charlemagne, 44, and the indictment of Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority Chief Operating Officer Darin Richardson, 56, of St. Thomas.  
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Bryan Calls for Resignations Amid Federal Investigation into Misuse of Funds

By Source staff -
Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. has called for the resignations of V.I. Police Commissioner Ray Martinez and Office of Management and Budget Director Jenifer O'Neal following an ongoing federal investigation into potential misuse of funds. As of 2 p.m., Martinez's resignation had been accepted "to ensure the integrity of our enforcement laws," according to an official statement.

Committee Favors Leasing Sub Base Properties

By Don Buchanan -
The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance started its hearing Friday morning, considering leasing several government properties in the Sub Base area of St. Thomas. By late afternoon, the committee had received the supporting documents it needed, such as proof of insurance and business licenses, to send the leases to the Rules and Judiciary Committee with favorable recommendations.

Wheatley Center Celebrates 50 Years of Resilience and Community Spirit

By Joshua Crawford Barry -
The Wheatley Center, a beloved commercial hub on St. Thomas, marked its 50th anniversary with a festive event that showcased its resilience and deep-rooted connection to the community.

Island Mixx 14U Elite Shows Improvement at 2024 AAU National Volleyball Championships

By Mark J Daniel -
The Island Mixx (IM) 14U Elite finished with a 3-7 overall record at the 2024 AAU National Volleyball National Championships. On the surface, this doesn’t seem like much of an accomplishment, but when you take into account that this team played up two levels from the one they competed in 2023 and one of the starting players from that roster was missing because she made the Island Mixx 16U team it all makes sense.

Weekly Weather Forecast with Jesse Daley

By Jesse Daley -
Watch now: Check out our weekly weather forecast with Jesse Daley, covering Sunday, June 16, through Saturday, June 24.

Fahie Claims Minor Role In Cocaine Scheme, Seeks Lessened Sentence

By Mat Probasco -
Andrew Fahie, the former British Virgin Islands leader who used the code name Head Coach in a plot to smuggle huge quantities of cocaine through Tortola to the mainland United States then hide the proceeds, has asked a federal judge in Miami to lessen his potential penalty when sentenced.

Senators Find VITEMA Budget Lacking

By Don Buchanan -
Darryl Jaschen, director of the territorial emergency management agency, defended a proposed fiscal year budget of $11,860,981 to the Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance on Friday.

BRIEFS & SOURCE PICKS

St. Croix Artist La Vaughn Belle’s Video Works to be Shown at Bajo El Sol on STJ

By Source staff -
Bajo el Sol Gallery, in collaboration with the St. John Film Society and the Gri Gri Project, will welcome St.  Croix artist La Vaughn Belle for a screening of her recent video works on June 22 at 6 p.m. There will also be a signing of her catalog for "Being of Myth and Memory," the artist’s 2023-2024 exhibition, at the Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts in Frederiksted.

POLITICS

Absentee Ballot Applications for the 2024 Primary Election Now Available

Source Staff -
Supervisor of Elections Caroline F. Fawkes advises the public that the first day of receipt of Absentee Ballot applications for the 2024 Primary Election is June 4.

POLICE & COURTS

St. Croix Woman Impersonates Deceased Mother

By Source staff -
Police arrested a St. Croix woman Saturday for impersonating her deceased mother and selling property that she did not own, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

GOVERNMENT

Education Officials Fear Teacher Shortage

By Mat Probasco -
Low and declining test scores, student absenteeism, and a potential teacher shortage were among the concerns education officials told senators about Monday.

BUSINESS

June Cruise Ship Schedule for Frederiksted, St. Croix

Source Staff -
These cruise ships will dock at the Frederiksted Pier during June.

POLITICS

Absentee Ballot Applications for the 2024 Primary Election Now Available

Source Staff -
Supervisor of Elections Caroline F. Fawkes advises the public that the first day of receipt of Absentee Ballot applications for the 2024 Primary Election is June 4.

Biden Wins U.S. Virgin Islands Democratic Caucus

By Source staff -
At the USVI Democratic Party Caucus on Saturday, President Joe Biden defeated Marianne Williamson by a margin of 99.006 percent to .004 percent, the U.S. Virgin Islands Democratic Party reported.

Attorney Russell Pate is Running for Senate, Learn About His Platform Here

Oriol Issues Reminder of Political Advertising Regulations

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GOVERNMENT

Education Officials Fear Teacher Shortage

By Mat Probasco -
Low and declining test scores, student absenteeism, and a potential teacher shortage were among the concerns education officials told senators about Monday.

POLICE & COURTS

St. Croix Woman Impersonates Deceased Mother

By Source staff -
Police arrested a St. Croix woman Saturday for impersonating her deceased mother and selling property that she did not own, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

OPINION

Commentary

Blyden Expresses Deep Concern Amid Latest Corruption Allegations; Urges Recommitment to Transparency and Accountability

By Source staff -
Sen. Marvin Blyden, Senate vice president and chairman of the Committee on Housing, Transportation & Telecommunications, expressed his outrage and concern regarding the recent revelations of corruption by public officials and lamented the impact that misuse of funds or resources has on the public, both in terms of services not delivered and of erosion of public trust.

Virtue of the Week – Assertiveness

Op-Ed: Breaking the Silence through Kindness and Connection: Supporting Mental Health in the USVI

Editorial: Innovation Needed to Fix WAPA

The Lounge | A Column for Men: Scorched Earth

LOCAL SPORTS

Island Mixx 18U Ready for the Big Stage

By Source staff -
Just as Island Mixx 14U Elite team is saying goodbye to the 2024 AAU National Volleyball Championship in Orlando, Florida, Island Mixx 18U Elite team takes center stage. This team finished the 2024 Michael Richardson Winter Power Volleyball League held in St. Thomas in second place. 

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

St. Croix Artist La Vaughn Belle’s Video Works to be Shown at Bajo El Sol on STJ

By Source staff -
Bajo el Sol Gallery, in collaboration with the St. John Film Society and the Gri Gri Project, will welcome St.  Croix artist La Vaughn Belle for a screening of her recent video works on June 22 at 6 p.m. There will also be a signing of her catalog for "Being of Myth and Memory," the artist’s 2023-2024 exhibition, at the Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts in Frederiksted.

COMMUNITY

NRCS Caribbean Area Accepting Applications for Joint Chief’s Landscape Restoration Partnership

By Source staff -
The USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service in the Caribbean Area is now accepting applications for forest management activities on private lands. The activities aim to reduce wildfire risk in municipal watersheds, implement carbon defense initiatives, and enhance habitat for threatened and endangered species through the Caribbean Joint Chiefs' Landscape Restoration Partnership.

OBITUARIES

Sylvan Benjamin Dies at 57

Source Staff -
The family of Sylvan Benjamin, also known as “Boom,” announces his death on May 24 at the age 57.
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