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Tuesday, May 28, 2024

The Beach-to-Beach Power Swim Celebrates Park Resources and Families

By Kerrin Margiano and Nancy Borowick -
Ranking as one of the most beautiful swims in the world, the Power Swim, taking place in national park waters on St. John, is number seven on the World's Top 100 Island Swims and this year the 21st Annual Beach-to-Beach Power Swim on Sunday had more swimmers sign up than ever before.

Rainfall and Very Warm Temperatures Expected This Week Across USVI and Puerto Rico

By Jesse Daley -
The National Weather Service has forecast an unstable weather pattern with rain, thunderstorms and hot temperatures across Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands this week.
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LOCAL NEWS

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.

Remembering Pamela Richards: A Legacy of Service and Dedication

By Source Staff -
A culture bearer in every sense of the word, former Tourism Commissioner Pamela Richards made it her mission to spread awareness of and appreciation for the Virgin Islands, its people, and traditions not only locally, but worldwide.

Photo Focus: In Preparation for a Day of Remembrance the Changing of the Flags a Memorial Day Tribute

By Diana Dias -
For the past 22 years, the American Legion Post 102 has held the Saturday before Memorial Day sacred by changing the flags for Veterans who have fallen. Annie Day Henry, first vice-commander, said that since 2001, “We have been there to show respect and honor for those who made the ultimate sacrifice in losing their life.” 

Senate Bill Aims to Clean Up Guardianship Issues

By Don Buchanan -
The Britney Spears custody case came up a couple of times as the Committee on Rules and Judiciary on Friday considered a bill to replace the Uniform Guardianship and Protective Proceedings Act and enact the Uniform Guardianship, Conservatorship, and Other Protective Arrangements Act.

Southern SARE Sowing the Seeds of Sustainable Agriculture

By Diana Dias -
Southern Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education, or SSARE, has been sowing seeds for sustainable agriculture in the U.S. Virgin Islands. DaraMonifa Cooper, Southern SARE communication specialist, said that over the past few weeks, a team of representatives has visited farmers on St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John.

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.

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

St. Croix Man Man Arrested for Unlawful Sexual Contact

By Source staff -
A St. Croix man was arrested Saturday for unlawful sexual contact, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

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

St. Croix Man Man Arrested for Unlawful Sexual Contact

By Source staff -
A St. Croix man was arrested Saturday for unlawful sexual contact, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

OPINION

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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