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Students Chant 'AC' as Unbearable Heat Impacts Learning; Bryan Blames Climate Change, Says Teacher Walkout…

Ernice Gilbert | September 21, 2023

As the teacher walkouts in St. Croix enter their second day leading to further school closures, Governor Albert Bryan on Thursday afternoon addressed the situation, emphasizing the role of climate change in the unbearable heat. Mr. Bryan acknowledged the struggles faced by educators and the ongoing efforts of the Department of Education to improve conditions while also moving towards the construction of new state-of-the-art facilities. "I am aware of the issues in some of our schools and the Department of Education's efforts to address them as we move closer to constructing new state-of-the-art facilities. While many of us, including some of our teachers and the parents of our students, have attended these same facilities without air conditioning, what has changed now is the climate," Governor Bryan stated. He continued, "Just as other jurisdictions…

Senate President Shares Concerns About Appointment…

Janeka Simon | September 21, 2023

President of the 35th Legislature Novelle Francis has voiced concerns over the decision of Governor…

Senate Budget Committee Authorizes Over $1 Billion…

Janeka Simon | September 20, 2023

Funding to cover operations of central government, multiple agencies, and disaster-related projects…

PSC Votes to Keep Electric LEAC Rates Steady Through…

Janeka Simon | September 20, 2023

All commissioners except Andrew Rutnick, who abstained, unanimously agree to maintain current rate through…

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