USVI Sets New Tourism Records, Solidifies Position as Top Caribbean Destination
The U.S. Virgin Islands Tourism Department has announced record-breaking passenger arrival numbers, underscoring the growing appeal of St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John as premier Caribbean destinations.
Local Organizations Up for $75,000 in Grants
Virgin Islanders have, through Friday, to vote for local organizations and nonprofits to receive $75,000 in noncompetitive grant funding through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s “Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program.” From 2024-2027, the program is offering $40 million in grants to environmental justice projects and programs in New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Scholars Across USVI, Puerto Rico Encouraged To Enter NASA’s Power To Explore Challenge
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration encourages students across the United States and its territories to enter the Power to Explore Student Challenge, an essay contest regarding solar system exploration. Individuals from the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico are invited to participate.
Waste Management Finds New St. Croix Garbage Hauler After Contractor Cuts Ties
Just Right Trucking will soon assume the responsibility of garbage collection services in St. Croix neighborhoods, the V.I. Waste Management Authority announced Wednesday. The authority called the move “part of its ongoing efforts to provide efficient and reliable services to residents of the U.S. Virgin Islands.”
From the Source Archives: V.I. Answer Desk: The Curious Case of the Carter Clock
Tim Ammons wrote the Source asking about a clock in his father’s estate that was a gift from Gov. Juan F. Luis to President Jimmy Carter in June of 1980.
Indictments Against Martinez, O’Neal, and White Move Forward
A federal grand jury convened Wednesday to deliberate on indictments against former Police Commissioner Ray Martinez, former Office of Management and Budget Director Jenifer O’Neal, and current Sports, Parks, and Recreation Commissioner Calvert White. These proceedings are reportedly connected to the fraud case involving David Whitaker, founder of Mon Ethos Pro Support LLC, who pleaded guilty to wire fraud and bribery charges in September 2024.
Government Moves Forward on Public Officials’ Pay Raises
The Virgin Islands government has begun processing paperwork to implement salary increases for public officials following a report submitted by the Virgin Islands Public Officials Compensation Commission (VIPOCC).
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Paris Hilton Watches Malibu Beach House Burn Down in Palisades Fire
Paris Hilton is devastated over the loss of her home.
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Brooke Shields claims plastic surgeon ‘threw in a little bonus’ during labia surgery without her consent: ‘Such an invasion’
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