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Human Interest
St. Croix native Andrew Petersen, newly promoted to O-5 Commander in the U.S. Navy, is preparing for his first command. He reflects on his upbringing, path to leadership, and the camaraderie of life at sea as the USS John F. Kenne…
Development
…$8 million from the American Rescue Plan Act, is projected to exhaust funds by year’s end. With 65 approvals to date and more than 400 still eligible, officials urge quick action as lawmakers weigh additional support.
Weather Updates
The NHC is tracking Invest AL91 with a 60% chance of development in 48 hours and 90% in seven days, warning the system could near the Lesser Antilles next week. USVI residents are urged to prepare.
Community Center
A Thursday fire at VIDE headquarters was contained to a storage area and restroom, narrowly missing the server room that connects St. Thomas/St. John schools. Officials say cloud backup and stronger protections are now under urgen…
Politics
Senate President Milton Potter pushed back against Governor Albert Bryan Jr.’s criticisms after the Legislature denied Summer’s End a permit renewal, saying the project’s permit expired in 2021 and only CZM has authority to reinst…
Community Center
…Virgin Islands property owners that 2025 real property taxes must be paid by August 30. Payments not made on time will be considered delinquent and subject to interest, penalties, auctions, or foreclosure.
Community Center
…and VIPD Commissioner Mario Brooks denounced the recent threats against USVI schools, calling them “unacceptable,” and said DOJ, VIPD, and federal partners are working tirelessly to hold those responsible accountable.
Government
…has called on the new management team of Lovenlund Apartments on St. Thomas and Calabash Boom on St. John to address what he described as long-standing and unacceptable living conditions that continue to frustrate tenants. In a le…
Federal
Jacques Jean Baptiste was stopped by CBP officials at Cyril E. King Airport on August 7 while preparing to fly to Orlando. He admitted paying $1,800 to enter St. John by boat in May 2024 and was charged with improper entry by an a…
Carnival
With WTJX warning it cannot fund carnival parade broadcasts after federal cuts, Tourism’s new leadership pledged to “work out” a solution. Lawmakers suggested $90K be added as a line item, criticizing TARF’s use for non-tourism ex…
Senate
At its first budget hearing, lawmakers warned the Bureau of School Construction and Maintenance is “total bureaucratic chaos,” saying too many top earners leave too few workers to maintain schools, even as the agency faces unpaid …
Weather Updates
While Hurricane Erin moves farther north, forecasters are watching a new tropical wave that may strengthen and impact the northern Leeward Islands late this week. Local residents are urged to stay alert, as conditions could change…
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