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WAPA Board Narrowly Ok's Vitol Buyout
The Water and Power Authority Board Friday OK’d a plan for the utility to pay Vitol another $150 million, but it wasn’t easy, the measure at first failed to get the go-ahead from a majority of board members. When the vote came in it was two to two and the measure was pronounced dead. Questions were
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Colors of Cancer: An Important Initiative Through Cancer Support VI
During the month of May, Cancer Support Virgin Islands (CSVI) is hosting its 3rd annual “Colors of Cancer” campaign to raise funds to support those in the USVI impacted by cancer.
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Teacher from St. Croix Announces Second Book in 'Adventures of Khari' Series
St. Croix native Julio Petersen III, an elementary school teacher in Houston, Texas, has announced the publication of his second book in his children’s series, “The Adventures of Khari.”
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“I’m Sick of Gun Violence,” says Mourner at Service for Slain Public Works Employee
How close do you have to stand to hear the sound of heartbreak? Six pews from the altar at Nazareth Lutheran Church was close enough to be enveloped in sorrow from loved ones saying goodbye to slain Public Works employee Alrick Thomas. 
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VIPA Outlines Future Airports Construction
Carlton Dowe, executive director of the V.I. Port Authority, discussed the upcoming construction schedule of the Henry Rohlsen Airport and said VIPA will be at the point of breaking ground around the fourth quarter of 2024 and completion at the end of 2026.
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Elections Board Meets to Address a Pending Lawsuit
The Board of Elections has until Friday to answer questions posed by lawyers in a federal court case that names the board as defendants. A special meeting of the board was held Tuesday to comply with that court order. 
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Teacher from St. Croix Announces Second Book in 'Adventures of Khari' Series
St. Croix native Julio Petersen III, an elementary school teacher in Houston, Texas, has announced the publication of his second book in his children’s series, “The Adventures of Khari.”
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There’ll Never Be Another Lee (Carle)
Broadcast news legend Lee Carle signed off from this life on Monday, six weeks shy of his 93rd birthday. Generations of Virgin Islanders tuned in to his daily radio broadcasts and local tv news segments aired on St. Croix’s Channel 8. 
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Danish West Indian Records Will Soon Be Accessed Worldwide
On Saturday, Danish archivists Asbjoern Hellum and his wife Ruth Hedegaard, presented to the Caribbean Genealogy Library and raised the interests of audience members. They provided updates on the digitizing project of old Danish-West Indian archival records, content of records, and the importance
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STJ Historical Society Screens “Jamesie: King of Scratch” on Tuesday
The public is invited to a free screening of the film “Jamesie: King of Scratch” at the monthly meeting of the St. John Historical Society at the Bethany Moravian Church Hall on Tuesday at 7 p.m. 
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Company Proposes to Make Energy from Garbage
Waste to energy is again a solution waiting to happen for the Virgin Islands. The idea that in one swat, the islands' two biggest problems -- expensive energy and full landfills -- could be eliminated is compelling.
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St. Croix Man Charged with Cocaine Possession
A St. Croix man has been charged with cocaine possession with intent to distribute, United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced Wednesday. 
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Ariel M. Smith: One Step Closer to Becoming the New V.I. Attorney General
Gov. Bryan's nomination of Ariel M. Smith, Esq. for the Virgin Islands Attorney General position appeared to be a favorable decision among legislators of the Committee on Rules and Judiciary that met on Wednesday. 
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Ariel M. Smith: One Step Closer to Becoming the New V.I. Attorney General
Gov. Bryan's nomination of Ariel M. Smith, Esq. for the Virgin Islands Attorney General position appeared to be a favorable decision among legislators of the Committee on Rules and Judiciary that met on Wednesday. 
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The First People to Call Our Islands Home
In 2013 — 23 years after an archaeological site dating back 16 centuries was discovered at what is now the Tutu Park Mall on St. Thomas — laborers working on a broken watermain below Main Street found an array of artifacts from the same period, or earlier. Part 3 of this series looks at that
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Photo Focus: Carnival Children’s Day Parade
Children from St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix shared their Carnival spirit Friday at the 2023 Carnival Children’s Day Parade. Their performances drew the kind of crowds that are normally seen at the fete’s Saturday finale at the adult’s parade.
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STJ Seniors Celebrate Senior Month at a Luncheon with Traditional Music
The sounds of drumming – emanating from the shaded parking area beneath the Legislative Annex – rang out through Cruz Bay on Tuesday morning.
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Senate Moves Resolution Forward To Honor DJ Avalanche
In the spirit of Carnival season and its appreciation for music festivities, the Committee on Government Operations, Veterans Affairs and Consumer Protection, led by Sen. Carla J. Joseph, on Tuesday received testimony for a resolution honoring Gregory Hodge, known as DJ Avalanche.
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Regional Economist Drops In On Post-Pandemic V.I.
A member of the Federal Reserve paid a call on the Virgin Islands this week to measure the local economy’s strengths and weaknesses and hear the views of those in government, business, and commerce. It’s been four years since the last time the head of Federal Reserve Region 2 met with government
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Danish West Indian Records Will Soon Be Accessed Worldwide
On Saturday, Danish archivists Asbjoern Hellum and his wife Ruth Hedegaard, presented to the Caribbean Genealogy Library and raised the interests of audience members. They provided updates on the digitizing project of old Danish-West Indian archival records, content of records, and the importance
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Carnival Continues with Village Entertainment, Food Fair
The St. Thomas Carnival 2023 entertainment continues Wednesday at the Kelly “Pupa Kelly” Charleswell Musical Arena in the Fort Christian parking lot. Food Fair, with local street food, arts and crafts and live music, will take place starting at 10 a.m. Wednesday in Emancipation Garden, followed by
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Carnival Killer Was 21, Police Say
The man gunned down shortly after the Adults’ Parade may have asked his killer to wait before moving his car until the streets were clear, eyewitnesses said Sunday.
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Colors of Cancer: An Important Initiative Through Cancer Support VI
During the month of May, Cancer Support Virgin Islands (CSVI) is hosting its 3rd annual “Colors of Cancer” campaign to raise funds to support those in the USVI impacted by cancer.
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Caught on Surveillance VIPD Arrested Suspect After Domestic Incident
On Saturday police said the 911 Emergency Call Center received a report of a domestic disturbance in the Castle Burke residential area. Upon the arrival, police made contact with the victim who said his brother attempted to assault him and damaged his vehicle. 
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St. Thomas Man Arrested for Fraudulent Rental Agreement
A St. Thomas man was arrested for drafting a fraudulent rental agreement, the V.I. Police Department reported Friday.
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Photo Focus: Bleachers Taking Shape at Paul E. Joseph Stadium
Contractor GEC LLC has completed the concrete pour for the Paul E. Joseph Stadium bleacher walls in the right and left fields, the Public Works Department announced Wednesday.
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DVSAC Presents Denise George Visionary Voice Award
Denise George was presented with an award Thursday evening for her work as former V.I. Attorney General to prevent and respond to sexual violence by the V.I. Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Council.
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Anna Gillens Continues to Lead the USVI at U19 Girls Pan American Cup
Four games into the 2023 Girls U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico, and the USVI is still looking for that elusive first victory. “There are a lot of nerves going on, the team is still not comfortable, they aren’t relaxing and playing,” said USVI head coach Isaac Raphael.
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GERS Board Selects New Administrator
Vincent Liger, a member of the Government Employees’ Retirement System Board of Trustees, congratulated Austin Nibbs, the System’s Administrator, Thursday like he was history.
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St. Croix Man Arrested for Assault with Hot Coffee
An arrest warrant was executed and a St. Croix man has been arrested on assault charges, the V.I. Police Department reported. 
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