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Tropical Storm Ida A Hurricane Menace To New Orleans
MIAMI — Tropical Storm Ida prompted a hurricane watch for New Orleans and an emergency declaration for the state of Louisiana as it pushed across the Caribbean toward an anticipated strike on Cuba today. Ida could be near major hurricane strength by the time it reaches the northern Gulf Coast,
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Governor Bryan Requests Extension to State of Emergency
The current State of Emergency extension is set to expire on Tuesday, July 6.
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U.S. Virgin Islands Strengthens Marine Tourism Presence
In 2019, the direct contribution to the U.S.V.I. economy made by charter and sport-fishing vessels was estimated at approximately $45 million.
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Source: St. Croix Source | online all the time since 1999
Improving forest health would create jobs, improve economies in rural California - Black Voice News
In summary Policymakers could put Californians to work on improving the health of the state’s forests, which would aid in economic recovery and reduce wildfire risk. By Henry McCann and Henry McCann is a research associate at the Public Policy Institute of California, Water Policy Center, [email
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WICO Welcomes First Ship Since Pandemic Began
The West Indian Company welcomed the passengers and crew of the Norwegian Gem at least 30 minutes earlier than anticipated on Wednesday.
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Gov. Bryan on Restart of Refinery Operations at Limetree Bay | USVI News | WCVI-TV
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Meru Court bars Wajir Deputy Governor Muktar Ali from taking over as Governor
In the ruling, Justice Otieno said Muktar should not assume office until a petition filed by former Governor Mohamed Abdi is heard and determined.
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Mozambique: Hidden Debts - Boustani Says He Will Testify, but Not in Person
[AIM] Maputo -- By Paul Fauvet
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VIPD Thanks Gov. Bryan, Sen. James for PAL Center Renovation Funds
“The renovation of this building allows for the VIPD to provide a safe and secure after-school and summer learning environment for our children,” the Commissioner Velinor said.
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Superb Woman: Dr. Ashley Hyder English - Garland Journal
Dr. Ashley Hyder English was a leader as a student and continues serve and lead. The post Superb Woman: Dr. Ashley Hyder English appeared first on Garland Journal.
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OP-ED: The California Recall and You - Milwaukee Community Journal
By Dr. John E. Warren, Publisher, The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint Newspaper Next Tuesday, every registered voter in the State of California will have an opportunity to cast a vote on the question of whether to recall Governor Gavin Newsom and replace him with one of over 40 candidates on the ballot
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Local non-profit hosts laptop drive for underserved students | Afram News
Community Works CDC, the non-profit organization of Free Indeed Church International, has been helping the underserved community of northeast Houston for 15 years.
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Caribbean tourism performance scored high marks despite pandemic
ADAPTABILITY, FLEXIBILITY AND COLLABORATION ESSENTIAL FOR CARIBBEAN SUCCESS, REPORTS CHTA.
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BLACK VOTES MATTER – OUR VOTES COUNT - Los Angeles Sentinel
History should have taught us that we cannot afford to sit any election out The post BLACK VOTES MATTER – OUR VOTES COUNT appeared first on Los Angeles Sentinel.
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Bryan, V.I. Workforce Development, Department of Labor to Hold Workforce Summit 2021
Free daylong workshops open to public are designed to empower job seekers, create opportunities and support local businesses.
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Bryan Expands Prize Amount Of Vax Lottery To $2M, Includes Folks With 1 Dose
CHRISTIANSTED — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announced that he is expanding the general vaccine lottery to include USVI residents who have received only one dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine — increasing the total prize amount from $1 million to $2 million — and will now hold 10 consecutive
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Wayne County Exec Warren Evans $1.6 Billion Budget Approved | The Michigan Chronicle
Establishing, approving, and maintaining a viable budget (that everyone agrees on) for a county as large as Wayne County is no easy feat – yet in a sprawling county, that process is steadfastly happening time and time again. The Wayne County Commission recently unanimously approved Executive Warren
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Kenya: Inside Ethnic Clashes in the North
[Nation] Administrative boundary disputes are fuelling clashes in northern Kenya, even as the government continues to apply double standards in tackling the incessant skirmishes.
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Royal Caribbean Plans To Send Cruise Ships To St. Thomas When CDC Says They Can
CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Royal Caribbean Group executives have announced “solid' plans to safely return to the U.S. Virgin Islands,” according to a news release from Government House. Beginning on July 6, the cruise line has “projected some 213,000 guests will visit by the end of 2021, generating
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Nigeria: IPOB Out of Sight As Buhari Lands in Imo
[Daily Trust] Despite the threat by the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB) to disrupt President Muhammadu Buhari's visit to Imo state, the president has arrived Owerri, the state capital.
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Nigeria: 30 States Risk Bankruptcy As Lagos, Rivers Set for New Vat Regime
[Daily Trust] Many states in Nigeria may not be able to meet their financial commitments as the federal government could lose revenue from taxes amidst dwindling revenue in recent times with a court ruling assigning the collection of Value Added Tax (VAT) and two other taxes to states.
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CITY RESCUE MISSION STARTS NEW PROGRAM
Beginning Thursday, Apr. 8, City Rescue Mission (CRM) will start the Overcomers program. As a portion of the Emergency Shelter service provided at CRM, this program will provide comprehensive twenty-four-hour shelter care and services for individuals experiencing homelessness. “This is a program
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Tops/Flops Marseille - Saint-Etienne : Payet «show» bouillant, les Verts dépassés - Haiti24
De retour à Marseille dans un Vélodrome en feu, les Marseillais ont disposé de Stéphanois dépassés par la furia olympienne (3-1). Retour sur les tops et les flops de la rencontre. Tops À découvrir Payet en feu Il est la pièce maîtresse du dispositif tactique de Sampaoli. Aligné en position de
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UK restricting non-essential flights to Jamaica
Jamaica's tourist sector has been dealt a major blow with the United Kingdom restricting all non-essential travel to the island based on the COVID risks. The decision comes as a shock to industry stakeholders, who were relieved on...
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Howard University Names JPMorgan Chase As Its Primary Bank, Expands Relationship To Assist Students
Howard University and JPMorgan Chase announced they are expanding their relationship and the multinational bank will now be the university's primary bank
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Uganda: New Bill Seeks to Trim Powers of BoU Governor, Deputy Governor
The powers of the Bank of Uganda (BoU) Governor are set to be clipped if Parliament passes a private Member’s Bill that seeks to amend the Constitution as a way of streamlining the management of the Central
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Ida romps to hurricane status leaving a trail of devastation
Ida intensified rapidly on Friday from a tropical storm to a hurricane as it crossed western Cuba late in the evening. From Thursday evening into Friday, the weather system dumped several inches of rain on Jamaica, causing major flooding and...
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Sacked Wajir governor and supporters storm office, vow to ‘work for people’
Impeached Wajir Governor Mohamed Abdi stormed the county headquarters, broke into his former office accompanied by his supporters.
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Georgia hospitals swamped by COVID-19 postpone surgeries | The Atlanta Voice
Atlanta’s public safety net hospital became the latest to temporarily cancel elective surgeries on Wednesday, saying it’s being overrun with COVID-19 patients. Grady Memorial Hospital CEO John Haupert made the announcement, saying that the hospital was “inundated” with patients over the Labor Day
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Rights and Rules: 5 Things You Should Know If You’re Voting on Election Day | Post News Group
You have the right to report any illegal or fraudulent election activities if you witness them at the polls. If you believe you have been denied any of these rights or you’ve witnessed any election fraud or misconduct, call the Secretary of State Office’s confidential hotline at
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