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Harika Jhanwar Shines in Google’s National Art Contest

In January, Google invited students from across the United States to submit their ideas for the 16th annual Doodle for Google contest. Amidst the impressive array of submissions, one young artist from St. Thomas stood out. Harika Jhanwar, an 8-year-old student from All Saints Cathedral School, was selected as one of the 55 state and territory winners, chosen from tens of thousands of entries.

National Weather Service Recognizes St. Croix Resident for Over 40 Years of Volunteer Weather Observations

Over the last 40 years, Roy Frederiksen, a resident of St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, has been part of the National Weather Service Cooperative Observer Program (NWS COOP) with an exemplary record of daily precipitation data. His station is located at his home in St. Croix.

Fragmented Websites, High Costs Plague V.I. Government’s Online Presence, Senator Says

Senator Samuel Carriόn raised concerns this week about the V.I. government's disjointed web presence, citing issues from "tremendous" maintenance and design costs to a lack of accessibility for users with disabilities.

From Island Shores to Ivy Leagues: Amalie Zucker’s Uncharted Journey to Harvard

Amalie Zucker, a remarkable student from the Virgin Islands Montessori School and Peter Gruber International Academy (VIMSIA), has set her sights on Harvard University. Zucker, who has only been sailing for two years, is ready to bring her talents to one of the most prestigious universities in the world, aiming to join the Harvard sailing team as a walk-on.

Op-Ed: Rebuttal On Blood Shortage in V.I. Hospitals

Former Sen. Janelle K. Sarauw’s recent op-ed paints a misleading and inaccurate picture of a supposed chronic blood shortage in Virgin Islands hospitals, which includes the Schneider Regional Medical Center. Her article, seemingly aimed at garnering attention, irresponsibly undermines the efforts of our hospital and fosters unnecessary mistrust among the public.

Taxi Debate Takes Several Routes

Safari taxi rides on St. Thomas can be part of the Virgin Islands experience. And for some, the more, the merrier the ride. However, senators have been concerned about the safety over the years.

Dominica’s Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit Hosts Meet and Greet on St. Thomas

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit of Dominica held a meet-and-greet on Sunday evening at Holy Family's Columban Hall on St. Thomas, engaging with a crowd of supporters who gathered to hear about the progress and challenges faced by his administration.

Realtors May Regulate Property Managers

Property managers are not realtors, and Carl Gotts, vice president of Vacation St. Croix, testified firmly Monday at the Committee on Government Operations, Veterans Affairs, and Consumer Protection that he wants it to stay that way.

The Public Hears and Responds to Three Zoning Change Requests

St. Croix residents voiced support and questioned three requests for zoning changes during virtual hearings by the V.I. Department of Planning and Natural Resources on Monday.

Dee Dee Bridgewater and Caribbean Music Institute Orchestra to Celebrate Sarah Vaughn

The Caribbean Music Institute Orchestra is a 20-piece orchestra comprised of local musicians. Under the direction of Melvin Jones, the musical selections of the evening will celebrate the life and work of Sarah Vaughn, the late, great jazz singer.

St. Thomas Man Allegedly Beat Girlfriend While Awaiting Trial

A St. Thomas man accused of multiple assaults over nearly two decades was arrested again after allegedly beating and terrorizing his girlfriend, police said Wednesday.

VI Housing Authority and Disability Rights Center of VI Partner to Empower Residents to Advocate

The alliance, driven by a shared vision of fostering effective and innovative advocacy, represents a significant leap forward in addressing pressing issues faced by individuals with disabilities within the housing community.

J. Benton Construction Celebrates Over a Decade of Dedication to Safety During Construction Safety Week

J. Benton Construction proudly announces its 11th year of active participation in Construction Safety Week, which took place May 6-10 on St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. John. This year's theme, "Value Every Voice," reflects J. Benton's commitment to creating a safety-first culture on every project.

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Office of the Governor, Department of Health to Host Large-Scale USVI Wellness Event

The USVI Wellness Fair 2024 is being hosted by the V.I. Department of Health in partnership with the Office of the Governor and with the support of the U.S. Department of Defense’s Innovative Readiness Training (DoD-IRT) Program.

VI Housing Authority and Disability Rights Center of VI Partner to Empower Residents to Advocate

The alliance, driven by a shared vision of fostering effective and innovative advocacy, represents a significant leap forward in addressing pressing issues faced by individuals with disabilities within the housing community.

St. Thomas Man Allegedly Beat Girlfriend While Awaiting Trial

A St. Thomas man accused of multiple assaults over nearly two decades was arrested again after allegedly beating and terrorizing his girlfriend, police said Wednesday.

Op-Ed: Rebuttal On Blood Shortage in V.I. Hospitals

Former Sen. Janelle K. Sarauw’s recent op-ed paints a misleading and inaccurate picture of a supposed chronic blood shortage in Virgin Islands hospitals, which includes the Schneider Regional Medical Center. Her article, seemingly aimed at garnering attention, irresponsibly undermines the efforts of our hospital and fosters unnecessary mistrust among the public.

Michelle Smith at Florida High School State Championships Continues Successes

Michelle Smith, a a high school senior at Montverde Academy and University of Georgia commit, took part in the Florida High School FHSAA 2A State Championships in Jacksonville, Fla., on May 16.

Dee Dee Bridgewater and Caribbean Music Institute Orchestra to Celebrate Sarah Vaughn

The Caribbean Music Institute Orchestra is a 20-piece orchestra comprised of local musicians. Under the direction of Melvin Jones, the musical selections of the evening will celebrate the life and work of Sarah Vaughn, the late, great jazz singer.

UVI Bulletin Board May-June

Here is what is happening on both campuses of the University of the Virgin Islands

Excelman de Lagarde Jr. Dies at 86

Lagarde Jr. of St. Thomas, USVI. He died on May 3, peacefully, at the RLS Hospital in St. ThomasI at the age of 86.  He was born on Sept. 2, 1937, to Excelman and Florence (Monsanto) de Lagarde.

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