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Conde Nast Traveler Readers' Verdict is Out: USVI is the Caribbean's Top Gem of 2023 Staff Consortium | October 04, 2023
The coveted Condé Nast Traveler on Tuesday announced the results of its annual Reader’s Choice Awards…
Former Senator Alicia 'Chucky' Hansen Has Died. The Legendary Political Figure Was a Force to be Reckoned With.
Ernice Gilbert | October 03, 2023 22The political landscape of the U.S. Virgin Islands changed on Monday night with the passing of Alici...
Aliyah Boston Named WNBA Rookie of the Year, Highlighting Stellar Season
Staff Consortium | October 03, 2023 2Prodigious USVI native Aliyah Boston has been unanimously named the WNBA Rookie of the Year, as anno...
Disaster Recovery Projects in Jeopardy as FEMA Rejects Request to Waive 10 Percent Funding Match
Janeka Simon | October 03, 2023 36During Monday’s Government House Press Briefing, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. disclosed that the administration has so far failed to get the Federal Em...
Judge Denies Government Injunction Against Teacher Job Action Following Classroom Walkouts
Janeka Simon | October 02, 2023 34The V.I. Superior Court has denied the government’s request for a permanent restraining order against the St. Croix chapter of American Federation...
Dept. of Education Attempts to Calm Frustration on St. Croix as Protests Bring Maintenance Negligence to the Fore
Janeka Simon | October 01, 2023 66On Thursday, as its lawyers prepared to take the St. Croix chapter of the American Federation of Teachers to court over their protests highlighting ...
House Passes Bill to Avert Government Shutdown, Calming Fears of Impact to USVI and Nation at Large
Staff Consortium | September 30, 2023 26In a move bringing relief to the U.S. Virgin Islands and the nation at large, the U.S. House of Representatives united across party lines to pass a me...
Land Exchange Agreement to Build St. John's First K-12 Public School Signed Into Law
Ernice Gilbert | September 30, 2023 13Governor Albert Bryan on Friday signed into law a pivotal bill that solidifies a land exchange agreement between the National Park Service and the Gov...
Legendary Tim Duncan Celebrated With New Sign At Henry E. Rohlsen Airport
Staff Consortium | September 29, 2023 35The legendary Tim Duncan is being recognized and celebrated as a “Proud Crucian”, as a new sign in his honor was unveiled at the Henry E. Rohlsen ...
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USVI Schools Close Amid Adverse Weather from Tropical Storm Philippe
Staff Consortium | October 04, 2023 1The V.I. Department of Education has declared the closure of all educational institutions across the territory in response to the unfavorable weather brought about by Tropical Storm Philippe. While the storm is not anticipated to directly hit the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico, the National Weather Service in San Juan, Puerto Rico, has forecasted heavy rainfalls and gusty winds that are expected to last until Thursday. Philippe, positioned east-northeast of the local islands, will dispatch...
A Political Powerhouse: USVI Leaders Reflect on Alicia 'Chucky' Hansen's Impact
Staff Consortium | October 04, 2023The U.S. Virgin Islands is in mourning following t...
Legendary Tim Duncan Celebrated With New Sign At Henry E. Rohlsen Airport
Staff Consortium | September 29, 2023 35The legendary Tim Duncan is being recognized and c...
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Police Commissioner Chastises Judiciary Following Death of Police Officer by Murder Suspect
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USVI Delegation is First to Woo Danish Travelers Back to United States Since Covid…
Staff Consortium | October 25, 2021 18The U.S. Virgin Islands had the first delegation to personally welcome Danish travelers back to the ...
As America Reopens to Tourists, USVI Takes Marketing Push to Italy
Staff Consortium | October 12, 2021 27As the United States prepares to welcome European ...
'One Destination Does Not Make an Itinerary,' Says USVI Tourism Commissioner as he Promotes Collaboration as Path to Success in Cruise Industry
Staff Consortium | October 09, 2021 1“One destination does not make an itinerary,” ...
Territory's Tourism Success in Covid Era Credited to Public-Private Partnerships,…
Staff Consortium | September 19, 2021 5The U.S. Virgin Islands credits its ability to survive and thrive during the worldwide Covid-19 cris...
Here are Some Pictures of the V.I. Dept. of Tourism's Presence at the Made in America Festival
Staff Consortium | September 07, 2021 2See All Shots Here.
Big Moves: Dept. of Tourism Brings a Taste of Carnival to One of America's Largest Festivals in Well-Executed Marketing Strategy
Ernice Gilbert | September 07, 2021 12Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — The V.i. Department Of…
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Dowe at it Again: VIPA Cuts Ribbon on Gordon A. Finch Molasses Pier, Freeing Up…
Elesha George | June 26, 2022 38The Gordon A. Finch Molasses Pier Cargo Facility had its grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony a...
The Queen Mary II Makes Unscheduled Voyage to St. Thomas at Crown Bay
Staff Consortium | April 02, 2022 14The Queen Mary II will make an unscheduled visit t...
Virgin Islands Welcomes Wonder of the Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship to Territory…
Kyle Murphy | March 23, 2022 15Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas, the largest cruise ship in the world, docked for the first tim...
One of Royal Caribbean's Largest Cruise Ships Makes Maiden Voyage to St. Thomas
Kyle Murphy | January 06, 2022 9St. Thomas — Royal Caribbean’s 1,138-foot Long, 135-foot…
Port Authority Announces Inaugural Visit from Odyssey of the Seas, Changes to Cruise Ship Schedules on St. Croix and Crown Bay in St. Thomas
Staff Consortium | December 24, 2021 8Royal Caribbean Cruise Line’s Odyssey Of The Seas…
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UVI to Host Energy Sustainability Fair This October in St. Thomas; St. Croix to Follow in Spring 2024
Staff Consortium | September 23, 2023 2The Caribbean Green Technology Center (cgtc) At The University Of The Virgin Islands (uvi), In Collaboration With The Vi Energy Office (vieo), Is Set To Host The Second Annual Vi Energy And Sustainability Fair. The Event Will Take Place At Uvi's Orville E. Kean Campus’ Elridge Blake Sports And Fitness Center On Saturday, Oct. 28, From 10 A.m. To 4 P.m. With The Theme “accelerating Resilience,” The Fair Aims To Educate The Virgin Islands Community About Sustainable And Resilient Energy Practices. Attendees Will Have The Chance To Engage With Professionals And Experts In The Fields Of Solar Energy, Water Security, Composting, And Sustainability.…
U.S. Virgin Islands Awarded $10.2M from $204M U.S. Labor Department Grant to Modernize Unemployment Systems
Staff Consortium | September 23, 2023 2The U.s. Virgin Islands Is Set To Benefit From A Significant Grant Aimed At Modernizing And Enhancing Unemployment Insurance Systems. The U.s. Department Of Labor Has Announced That It Will Be Awarding Over $204 Million To 18 States And The U.s. Virgin Islands. The Grants, Funded By The American Rescue Plan Act, Are Designed To Support The Strengthening, Modernization, And Improvement Of User Experience And Reliability Within These Unemployment Insurance Systems. The Department’s Employment And Training Administration Will Oversee The Administration Of These Grants. The Primary Goal Is To Enable The Recipients To Strategize The Upgrade And Redesign…
Office of the Governor Launches Special Cannabis Industry Training Programs
Staff Consortium | September 16, 2023 2In A Move Aimed At Boosting Local Employment And Industry Expertise, The Office Of The Governor Has Announced A Special Enrollment Offer For Residents In The oaksterdam Cannabis Business Programs. The Initiative Comes With Steep Discounts, Thanks To Funding Provided By Act 8679, the Law Legalizing Marijuana For Recreational Use in The U.s. Virgin Islands. To Offer More Information About This Opportunity, A Special Webinar Will Be Held On Monday, September 18th At 5:00 P.m. Est. The Webinar Aims To Answer Any Queries Residents May Have Regarding The Courses And How To Enroll, According To The Release. Orientation And The First Classes Are Set…
EDA Announces Changes to VI Slice Mortgage Loan Requirements to Boost Homeownership Through Stalled Program
Staff Consortium | September 14, 2023 4Officials From The V.i. Economic Development Authority Announced On Thursday Adjustments To The Loan Requirements For The Vi Slice Moderate-income Homeownership Program, Commonly Known As Vi Slice. The Changes, Effective Immediately, Aim To Meet The Needs Of A Larger Cross-section Of The Population And Stimulate Economic Growth Through Increased Lending Activities For Individuals And Families Seeking To Own A Home In The U.s. Virgin Islands. The Program Has Been Stalled, mired In Inefficiencies that Have Turned Off Potential Homeowners Who Were Once Excited About The Program. However, According To The Eda's Thursday Announcement, The Maximum…
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Inaugural Virgin Islands Salsa Festival Set to Ignite St. Croix with…
Staff Consortium | July 21, 2023 7Get ready for a week-long feast of rhythm, dance, and cultural immersion at the inaugural Virgin Islands Salsa Festival. Announced to take place from July 25th to July 30th, 2023 on the island of St. Croix, the festival promises to be a spectacular celebration of Latin music, dance, food, and culture. Renowned for its cultural diversity, St. Croix is set to transform into a buzzing hotspot of Latin fervor. Attendees can look forward to an all-star lineup of local artists, fashion models, and performers who will captivate audiences with their d...
Strong Turnout at St. Croix's Legendary Jump Up! Event Revitalizes Local Businesses
Staff Consortium | July 08, 2023 1Christiansted, St. Croix — The Heart Of Downtown Christiansted…
Watch: Emancipation Tramp Leads Throngs to Frederiksted Just in Time for fireworks
Staff Consortium | July 04, 2023Nothing Beats Quelbe Music On A Truck With The Legendary…
Carnival Fever Intensifies in St. John: A Recap of the Weekend's Jouvert and Village Events
Ernice Gilbert | July 03, 2023 2The St. John Celebrations Rolled Into High Gear Over…
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