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Bryan Proposes $1.44 Billion 2025 Budget

By Mat Probasco -
Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. proposed setting the U.S. Virgin Islands 2025 budget at more than $1.44 billion, officials said Friday. 

Prize-Winning Journalists to Work with Local Students on Investigative Reporting

By Shaun A. Pennington -
This fall, several Charlotte Amalie High School students will collaborate on a major investigative project with top journalists from the nation's major media outlets and journalism organizations, including Pulitzer Prize and Emmy-winning reporters.
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LOCAL NEWS

St. Croix Man Shot by Father Dies from Injuries, Police Report

By Source staff -
A St. Croix man who was shot by his father on Thursday after attempting to attack him with a machete and then a reciprocating saw has died from his injuries, the V.I. Police Department reported Friday morning. The father has not been charged. 

Elections Board Votes to Eliminate Territorial Party Candidates from 2024 Ballots

By Judi Shimel -
At an emergency meeting on Thursday, the Board of Elections voted to eliminate the names of candidates running for territorial offices from the 2024 ballots. The vote came after a closed-door executive session in which Elections officials discussed the matter with lawyers from the Justice Department.

DHS Releases Emergency Shelter Information Ahead of Hurricane Season

By Jesse Daley -
The V.I. Human Services Department (DHS) has shared information regarding the locations of emergency storm shelters across the USVI ahead of the potentially very busy 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which begins on Saturday, June 1.

GERS Personal Loan Program is Back in Swing

By Adisha Penn -
On Thursday, members of the Government Employees Retirement System board convened to give updates on their personal loan program. The program, which was dissolved in 2015, was reinstated earlier this year and appears to be moving as planned. 

Artist Doreen Walsh Officially Recognized for Her Art at Schneider Hospital

By Zia Gibbs -
Batik artist Doreen Walsh presented her venerable piece "Parade" to friends and art enthusiasts on Thursday at the Roy Lester Schneider Medical Center. The lively and festive atmosphere witnessed Walsh place her name plaque on the wall beside the art after years of it sitting without an artist's claim.

GERS Dissolves Havensight Management Committee, Shares Updates on Retirement Applications

By Adisha Penn -
Board members for the Government Employees' Retirement System board met on Thursday and voted on dissolving their Havensight Management Committee, discussed financial standings for the company, and retirement applications.

Xania Fleming’s Journey to Collegiate Volleyball Stardom

By Joshua Crawford Barry -
Signing with Allegheny College for volleyball was a dream come true for Xania Fleming, a senior at Charlotte Amalie High School. "When they first reached out to me, I was in shock," she recalls. "I didn't want to get my hopes up, but when the offer came, it was a life-changing experience." This offer not only validated her hard work and dedication but also opened doors to new opportunities and experiences. 

BRIEFS & SOURCE PICKS

The Forum Presents Malachi Yoder’s Piano Recital

The Forum -
The Forum presents a piano recital by Malachi Yoder at 6 p.m., Saturday, June 1, at Prior-Jollek Hall on the Antilles School Campus.

POLITICS

2024 Primary Election Casting of Lots for Public Office to Be Held June 4

Source Staff -
Pursuant to the Virgin Islands Code, the Casting of Lots for candidates for the position of names on the Primary Election ballot for public office. will take place at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 4, at the respective offices on St. Thomas and St. Croix

POLICE & COURTS

Docket Watch – Troubled Travelers Face Charges in Court

By Judi Shimel -
A passenger ejected from a St. Thomas to New York flight was granted permission to travel after making an unscheduled stop in Superior Court Magistrates Division on May 27. Court documents say defendant Clayton R. Hines was removed from American Airlines Flight #936, scheduled to depart May 26, after flight attendants reported an intoxicated passenger on board.

GOVERNMENT

Senior Citizens Benefit Significantly from Funds Paid Out

Virgin Islands Lottery is -
The Virgin Islands Lottery is pleased to announce that it has paid out over $1.4 million in transfers for second quarter FY 2024 to the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands, fulfilling its mandates set by law under Title 32 of the V.I. Code.

BUSINESS

Viya Offices Close in Observance of Memorial Day

Source Staff -
As we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, Viya will suspend its operations.

POLITICS

2024 Primary Election Casting of Lots for Public Office to Be Held June 4

Source Staff -
Pursuant to the Virgin Islands Code, the Casting of Lots for candidates for the position of names on the Primary Election ballot for public office. will take place at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 4, at the respective offices on St. Thomas and St. Croix

Board of Elections to Hold Voters’ Registration Drive and Machine Demonstration

Source Staff -
The event is being coordinated with the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority 2024 Housing Expo.

Oriol Issues Reminder of Political Advertising Regulations

First Day to Submit Nomination Petitions and Papers Is Tuesday, May 14

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

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

Office of the Governor and Department of Health -
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.

Health’s Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Office to Hold First Pediatric Disaster Expo

WAPA Human Resources Receives Prestigious Award for Top Healthy Workforce

FDA Issues Public Notification on S.W.A.G.: May Lower Blood Pressure to Dangerous Levels

Schneider Regional Medical Center to Host Carnival at the Hospital, Seeks Vendors

GOVERNMENT

Senior Citizens Benefit Significantly from Funds Paid Out

Virgin Islands Lottery is -
The Virgin Islands Lottery is pleased to announce that it has paid out over $1.4 million in transfers for second quarter FY 2024 to the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands, fulfilling its mandates set by law under Title 32 of the V.I. Code.

POLICE & COURTS

Docket Watch – Troubled Travelers Face Charges in Court

By Judi Shimel -
A passenger ejected from a St. Thomas to New York flight was granted permission to travel after making an unscheduled stop in Superior Court Magistrates Division on May 27. Court documents say defendant Clayton R. Hines was removed from American Airlines Flight #936, scheduled to depart May 26, after flight attendants reported an intoxicated passenger on board.

OPINION

Opinion: All Eyes on Palestine: A Helpless Voice Calling for Global Solidarity

By Nour Z. Suid -
As a Palestinian safely residing in the US Virgin Islands, I feel a profound sense of helplessness and agony as I witness the relentless devastation in Gaza. While I enjoy the privileges of a comfortable bed, a home filled with healthy loved ones, and a simple glass of water—luxuries now unattainable in Gaza—my people endure unimaginable suffering.

Legislature Corner: Plaskett Accompanies Biden on Air Force One

Op-Ed: Whelks are Delicious to Eat, and Important to Protect

Op-Ed: You Need to Know: Positions for Elections in 2024

Virtue of the Week – Acceptance

LOCAL SPORTS

Xania Fleming’s Journey to Collegiate Volleyball Stardom

By Joshua Crawford Barry -
Signing with Allegheny College for volleyball was a dream come true for Xania Fleming, a senior at Charlotte Amalie High School. "When they first reached out to me, I was in shock," she recalls. "I didn't want to get my hopes up, but when the offer came, it was a life-changing experience." This offer not only validated her hard work and dedication but also opened doors to new opportunities and experiences. 

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

The Forum Presents Malachi Yoder’s Piano Recital

The Forum -
The Forum presents a piano recital by Malachi Yoder at 6 p.m., Saturday, June 1, at Prior-Jollek Hall on the Antilles School Campus.

COMMUNITY

Queen Conch Closed to Fishing from June 1 Through October 31

DPNR Division of Environmental Enforcement -
The annual queen conch seasonal closure will commence on Saturday, June 1, for both the St. Croix and St. Thomas-St. John districts, as established by a regulation effective July 1, 2008.

OBITUARIES

Ethelyn D. Smith Dies at 82

Source Staff -
Relatives and friends are advised of the passing of Ethelyn D. Smith on April 30 at the age of 82, peacefully, at her residence.  
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