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Charlotte Amalie
Wednesday, June 11, 2025

CFVI s National 10 Million Names Project for Discussion on Identity, Ancestry, and History

As Juneteenth approaches, the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands — in partnership with American Ancestors® and the National Urban League® — will host "10 Million Names: A Conversation About African American Family History and Healing," a free virtual event set for Thursday, from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Residents to Get Smaller Electric Bills

V.I. residents will soon see a reduction in their Water and Power Authority electric bill. The Public Services Commission voted Tuesday to reduce the LEAC charge.

ing Nevin ‘Zeus’ Phillips: The Heart and Soul of USVI Golf

Those days, learning from Nevin and wearing those red junior golf polo shirts feel like yesterday. Nevin, my longtime coach, mentor, trusted friend and colleague with the Virgin Islands Golf Federation, ed away on June 3. 

Yacht Haven Drops Suit Against St. Thomas Social Over Unpaid Rent

A civil suit to evict the bar and restaurant St. Thomas Social from Yacht Haven Grande over some $200,000 in unpaid rent and fees has been dismissed, according to court records.

Saharan Dust, Winds, Rough Seas Linger; Rain Possible With ing Tropical Waves

The National Weather Service has explained that Saharan dust will envelop the local islands over the next few days, maintaining a hazy sky. Additionally, gusty winds, choppy seas and precipitation will continue to affect the region. 

CAPA, New Vibes SC Victorious in USVISF Men’s Premier League Openers

Champion Athletic Performance Academy edged out a victory over long-undefeated Rovers SC in the U.S. Virgin Islands Soccer Federation Premier League opener Sunday afternoon at the Bethlehem Soccer Complex on St. Croix.

Banker Allegedly Swiped $100k From 90 Year Old

A St. Croix bank teller allegedly transferred $100,000 from a 90-year-old customer’s without his knowledge and used the money to buy a $60,000 car, police said Tuesday. It might not have been the first time.

2025 KIDS COUNT Data Details Geographic Disparities in USVI

The Annie E. Casey Foundation released its national 2025 KIDS COUNT Data Book on Monday, a 50-state report of recent household data analyzing how children and families are faring post-pandemic. Data on the USVI shows poverty levels are not evenly distributed throughout the islands.

WAPA Board Goes With Pricier Known Quantity to Manage AMI Replacement

The V.I. Water and Power Authority approved a nearly $9 million contract to manage the territory’s advanced metering infrastructure replacement to Witt O’Brien’s, whose bid was more than double that of the runner-up and 19% higher than the utility’s own cost estimate.

Op-Ed: Concerned Citizens Launch Effort to Save Famed Grove Place Baobab Tree

I got a phone call the other day from my colleagues about the baobab tree in Grove Place on the island of St. Croix. Vanessa Forbes, a horticulturist, and Amy Dreves, the Bug Doctor (an entomologist of the School of Agriculture at our local university), both did an assessment of the tree. What they found is damage from Hurricane Maria in 2017, where branches were broken off, opening the tree to termites, beehives, nails driven into the bark, graffiti on the trunk, and other manmade destruction on this ancient historic tree of the Virgin Islands.

Election Audit Starts Tuesday

The Board of Elections will conduct the audit of the 2024 General Election on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 5:30 p.m.

AG Rhea Urges Congress To Stop Abusive Mortgage Advertising

The Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act would restrict trigger lead usage to businesses with a prior relationship with the consumer or those who have received explicit consent. This targeted reform protects privacy while preserving healthy market competition.

Constitutional Convention’s Culture and Heritage Committee Meeting Tuesday

The committee remains committed to transparency and inclusive governance. of the public are encouraged to attend and will be allowed to participate in the chat, to share their ideas or concerns with the Delegates of the VICC.

Shore Prosthetics and Orthotics Has Moved to Tutu Park Mall

Shore Prosthetics and Orthotics has opened its new location in Tutu Park Mall, offering cranial remolding, upper and lower extremity prosthetics, and orthotic products to its patients.

Constitutional Convention’s Culture and Heritage Committee Meeting Tuesday

The committee remains committed to transparency and inclusive governance. of the public are encouraged to attend and will be allowed to participate in the chat, to share their ideas or concerns with the Delegates of the VICC.

AG Rhea Urges Congress To Stop Abusive Mortgage Advertising

The Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act would restrict trigger lead usage to businesses with a prior relationship with the consumer or those who have received explicit consent. This targeted reform protects privacy while preserving healthy market competition.

Op-Ed: The V.I. Public Officials Compensation Commission Did Not Seem to Have Done a Statistical Analysis in Determining the Salary of the Governor

Despite the apparent procedural snafus and legal/ethical violations in the Virgin Islands Public Officials Compensation Commission’s composition and operation, the statistical analysis and calculations performed by the hired consultant firm seem opaque, unfathomable, and completely ignorant of the economic and fiscal state of the Virgin Islands. If simple objective analyses were performed, an inappropriate recommendation for a salary increase of 28% or $42,088 for the Governor would not have been made.

CAPA, New Vibes SC Victorious in USVISF Men’s Premier League Openers

Champion Athletic Performance Academy edged out a victory over long-undefeated Rovers SC in the U.S. Virgin Islands Soccer Federation Premier League opener Sunday afternoon at the Bethlehem Soccer Complex on St. Croix.

“Espíritu Africano” Opening Reception July 5

This body of work explores the spiritual, folkloric, and generational ties that unite the African Diaspora, revealing the unseen forces that guide, uplift, and empower us. Whether felt as an intangible presence, an unshakable inner strength, or the ancestral energy that surrounds us, this spirit is ever-present. It weaves through our daily lives, shaping our paths and reminding us that we are never alone.

Zero Tolerance for Violent or Disruptive Behavior at Schneider Hospital

SRMC enforces a zero-tolerance policy to protect the safety and well-being of our staff, patients, and visitors.

Claude Simmonds Dies at 102

The family of Claude Simmonds announces his ing on May 28, 2025, at the age of 102.

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