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Business
Maritime Industry Emerges as Key Growth Focus in Economic Development Hearing
…while acting quickly as high BVI charter fees threaten the industry.
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Technology
East End St. Croix Cell Tower Delay Spotlighted as New Study Finds Uneven Service Across Territory
A 2023–2024 signal study presented to lawmakers found wide variation in mobile service across the USVI, while Liberty said east-end St. Croix coverage remains tied to delayed tower approvals and that its network has improved since…
Politics
New Poll Shows Vialet Ahead in Governor Race as Voters Put Economy, Healthcare First
…who says he has not decided whether to run, at 19.6 percent, just ahead of Stacey Plaskett at 18.8 percent, while Tregenza Roach at 9.4 percent and Donna Frett-Gregory at 8 percent trail well behind in the early field overall.
World
U.S.-Israel War Against Iran Has Brought Talk of $200 Oil , and a Cost Shock the Virgin Islands Would Feel Fast
With Brent already up nearly 60% this month and the Strait of Hormuz largely shut, the risk for the USVI goes beyond the pump: higher fuel, freight, food, water and power costs in a territory that imports nearly all its energy and…
Government
Inspector General Audit Finds Missing Taxi Medallions, Improper Licenses, and Years Without Inspections at V.I. Taxicab Commission
…General audit found 13 missing taxi medallions valued at least $286,000, licenses issued to applicants who failed or never took required exams, and more than a decade without mandatory inspections of vehicles for hire in the USVI.
Tourism
Lime Out in Coral Bay Ranked Number 4 Boat-Only Dining Destination in the World
…ranked Lime Out fourth worldwide for its swim-up dining concept, sustainability practices, and water-only access, placing the Coral Bay attraction among the top boat-only restaurants as travelers plan 2026 maritime trips.
Travel
Renewed Calls for Expanded Service to St. Croix as Southwest Makes Inaugural Visit to St. Thomas
While celebrating Southwest Airlines’ inaugural St. Thomas flight, leaders repeatedly highlighted St. Croix’s role in the VI's tourism and cultural economy, urging future service and stressing the need for air access that benefits…
Business
Cannabis Banking Breakthrough Signals Legal Sales in the Virgin Islands This Year
…issued cultivation and dispensary licenses, and a certified testing facility are aligning to allow cannabis planting within weeks and regulated retail sales in the Virgin Islands before the end of the year.
Government
Governor Bryan Signs Wage Increase Into Law and Approves Broad Slate of Bills From January Session
…urging lawmakers to revisit portions of new cannabis and caregiver statutes to address regulatory and technical concerns.
Politics
GOP Chair Cites White House Talks on BVI Charter Fees, Party Autonomy for Senate No-Show
Republican Party Chair John Yob said his absence from a Senate hearing was due to meetings with Republican and White House officials on BVI charter fees and customs issues, while rejecting efforts to compel disclosure of the party…
Crime
Police Arrest St. Croix Man Following Office Break-In Incident
According to VIPD, John Allen was taken into custody Jan. 2 after forcibly opening office doors and entering a prohibited area to access restricted items. He was charged with third-degree burglary, property damage, and domestic vi…
Community Center
Bryan Announces Dates for 2025 Children’s Christmas Parties Across the Territory
Gov. Bryan is inviting families to free Christmas celebrations on St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix from December 9–15, with toys, treats, holiday activities, agency participation, and Santa appearances at events held from 6 to …