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Monday, May 27, 2024

The Lounge | A Column for Men: Keep it 100

By Langley Shazor -
In his biweekly column, Langley Shazor speaks to issues important to men within the territory and this week takes a deeper look at accountability.

Consider the Source with Adisha Penn

By Source Staff -
Watch Now: Jen Korte, aka Lady Gang, sits down in studio to talk about her upcoming immersive art experience at Tillett Gardens, while host Adisha Penn recaps the biggest news of the week, from recently signed cannabis rules and regulations to the V.I.'s Doodle for Google winner. There's always something new on Consider the Source.
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LOCAL NEWS

Weekly Weather Forecast with Jesse Daley

By Jesse Daley -
Watch now: Check out our weekly weather forecast with Jesse Daley, covering Sunday, May 26, through Saturday, June 1.

Senate Moves to Raise Pay for Jury Duty, Extend Firearm Licenses

By Don Buchanan -
On Friday, the Committee on Rules and Judiciary forwarded to the full Senate a bill extending firearm licenses from three to five years, as well as a bill raising the pay for residents serving on juries.

St. John Celebrates the New VINP Facility at Lind Point

By Amy H. Roberts -
There were smiles all around, and even a few tears, as officials from the National Park Service hosted the grand opening of the Resource Management, Science and Collection Center on  St. John Saturday morning.

Photo Focus: Christiansted Bypass Named in Aloy “Wenty’ Nielsen’s Honor

By Source staff -
Aloy "Wenty' Nielsen, a Public Works Department employee for over 30 years, was honored during National Public Works Week. 

Rising Stars in Swimming Shine Bright

By Joshua Crawford Barry -
St.Thomas swimmers are making waves, and among them, Reagan Uszenski stands out as a phenomenal talent. At just 12 years old, Reagan has already built an impressive record.

If Corals Could Talk…

By Gail Karlsson -
Sometimes when I walk along the shoreline near my house, I see dead pieces of coral that look like they have faces. From their expressions, it seems like they are feeling pretty upset.

Survey Office Accused of Crossing Ethical Lines

By Mat Probasco -
A St. John surveyor claims the government office in charge of boundary marking has crossed the line, engaging in petty politics, personal profit, inaccurate work, and misrepresentation. He also fears it’s being covered up.

BRIEFS & SOURCE PICKS

Virtue of the Week – Acceptance

Virtues Matter -
Virtue of the Week focuses on building peaceful and caring communities through understanding and fostering the practice of virtues. The Source supports the Virtues Project and will publish one virtue developed by the project each week.

POLICE & COURTS

District Court of VI Announces Winners of 2024 Third Circuit Court of Appeals Essay Contest

Source Staff -
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals hosted an essay contest for 5th and 6th grade students within the Third Circuit, which is comprised of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

GOVERNMENT

Bryan Sends Message to Territory on Memorial Day

By Source staff -
Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. issues special message to territory on Memorial Day.

BUSINESS

St. Croix Chamber of Commerce Name Winners at Business and Professional Excellence Awards Gala

St. Croix Chamber of Commerce -
These awards recognize outstanding businesses and individuals across various industries who exemplify excellence in leadership, innovation, customer service and community impact.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

GOVERNMENT

Bryan Sends Message to Territory on Memorial Day

By Source staff -
Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. issues special message to territory on Memorial Day.

POLICE & COURTS

District Court of VI Announces Winners of 2024 Third Circuit Court of Appeals Essay Contest

Source Staff -
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals hosted an essay contest for 5th and 6th grade students within the Third Circuit, which is comprised of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

OPINION

Commentary

Virtue of the Week – Acceptance

Virtues Matter -
Virtue of the Week focuses on building peaceful and caring communities through understanding and fostering the practice of virtues. The Source supports the Virtues Project and will publish one virtue developed by the project each week.

Legislature Corner: The State of WAPA’s Infrastructure and Management is Unacceptable

Legislature Corner: Kaine, Plaskett, Cherfilus-McCormick Head Letter Urging Security Funding for Haiti

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

State of the Territory | Blood Shortage in Virgin Islands Hospitals: A Critical Challenge Impacting Patient Care

LOCAL SPORTS

Rising Stars in Swimming Shine Bright

By Joshua Crawford Barry -
St.Thomas swimmers are making waves, and among them, Reagan Uszenski stands out as a phenomenal talent. At just 12 years old, Reagan has already built an impressive record.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Mellon Foundation, NEH and Others Fund Grants for VI Architecture Center

Virgin Islands Architecture Center for Built Heritage and Crafts -
The Virgin Islands Architecture Center for Built Heritage and Crafts (VIAC) has received grant funding from national and local sources to advance built heritage, historic preservation, architecture and the building arts at the Old Barracks Property in Christiansted.

COMMUNITY

District Court of VI Announces Winners of 2024 Third Circuit Court of Appeals Essay Contest

Source Staff -
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals hosted an essay contest for 5th and 6th grade students within the Third Circuit, which is comprised of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

OBITUARIES

Cherryl Jennifer Stephen Dies

The Family -
Cherryl Jennifer Stephen died on Tuesday, May 14.
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