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Saturday, May 18, 2024

Setting Sail Gavin’s Game

By Joshua Crawford Barry -
Gavin Johnson has been a part of the Virgin Islands Montessori School and Peter Gruber International Academy since primary school, growing and thriving within its supportive environment and now he is being given the opportunity to set sail on a volleyball scholarship to the University of Jamestown.

‘Kickin It’ Launches Crowdfunding Campaign to Jump Start Cultural Preservation Initiative

By Gabrielle Querrard -
Kyra James, founder of Kickin It, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Virgin Islands' history and culture through digital spaces, is excited to announce the launch of Kickin It University and encourages the community to participate in a crowdfunding campaign to ensure that cultural education classes are inclusive and accessible to all. 
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Early Source Contributor Carol Lotz-Felix Remembered for a Lifetime of Service

By Shaun A. Pennington -
Carol Lotz-Felix was a well-seasoned woman warrior when she volunteered to help a fledgling internet newspaper uncover systemic failures in a community she had only been part of for four years.

Police Week Hosts First Responders in Action at St. John Gravel Lot

By Judi Shimel -
Thursday’s event, held as part of Police Week, was billed as a fun day for students on St. John. It was also an opportunity to see first responders at work and the different roles they play. Police, firefighters, and volunteers from St. John Rescue held demonstrations of drone technology, police dog searches, and the extrication of a car crash victim.

Public Works Town Hall Addresses Renovation Project for Shambly Road in Sugar Estate

By Adisha Penn -
Updates from the Public Works Department and residents' concerns were shared during a town hall meeting on Wednesday addressing the damaged roadway on First Avenue in Sugar Estate and the upcoming renovations over the next twelve months. 

Unsettled Weather Possible Across USVI and Puerto Rico Beginning Next Week

By Jesse Daley -
The National Weather Service has warned that an unstable weather pattern and rainfall may be in the forecast for Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands starting next week.

A Book Affair with Professor Max Hilaire at Seven Flags Museum Friday

By Elisa McKay -
Professor Max Hilaire, a renowned international scholar, author, and lecturer, will lead an engaging discussion at the Seven Flags Museum on Company St. in downtown Christiansted on Friday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. 

Bullets Blasted Through Walls Hit Woman in Ankle

By Mat Probasco -
A 76-year-old St. Croix woman was watching television with her son Sunday when gunfire erupted, police said Thursday. Bullets flew through her apartment wall torn into her ankle, breaking bones.

Silver Alert: Raymond Ward Reported Missing

By Source staff -
Raymond Ward, 62, of St. Croix was reported missing Thursday, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

BRIEFS & SOURCE PICKS

Virgin Islanders Invited to Participate in Tri-island Hurricane Preparedness Expo

Teri Helenese, director of State-Federal Relations -
The privately funded educational events will provide crucial information and resources to ensure residents are well-prepared for natural disasters.

POLICE & COURTS

Bullets Blasted Through Walls Hit Woman in Ankle

By Mat Probasco -
A 76-year-old St. Croix woman was watching television with her son Sunday when gunfire erupted, police said Thursday. Bullets flew through her apartment wall torn into her ankle, breaking bones.

GOVERNMENT

Virgin Islanders Invited to Participate in Tri-island Hurricane Preparedness Expo

Teri Helenese, director of State-Federal Relations -
The privately funded educational events will provide crucial information and resources to ensure residents are well-prepared for natural disasters.

BUSINESS

Viya Business Solutions Unveils Brava

Viya -
Viya Business Solutions has launched Brava, a new business arm dedicated to providing cutting-edge business solutions and cyber security services for the USVI.

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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

Virgin Islanders Invited to Participate in Tri-island Hurricane Preparedness Expo

Teri Helenese, director of State-Federal Relations -
The privately funded educational events will provide crucial information and resources to ensure residents are well-prepared for natural disasters.

POLICE & COURTS

Bullets Blasted Through Walls Hit Woman in Ankle

By Mat Probasco -
A 76-year-old St. Croix woman was watching television with her son Sunday when gunfire erupted, police said Thursday. Bullets flew through her apartment wall torn into her ankle, breaking bones.

OPINION

Op-Ed: Plaskett Calls Out ‘Sham’ of a House Subcommittee

By V.I. Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett -
Following is the transcript of V.I. Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett's opening statement Tuesday at the 10th hearing of the Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government, of which she is the ranking member. The subcommittee is chaired by Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio).

Open forum: From Neglect to Prosperity: A Guide to Frederiksted’s Waterfront Revitalization

Op-Ed: Let Every Party Pay for its Own Primary

Legislature Corner: Plaskett Hosts National Police Week Reception Honoring Fallen VI Heroes

Open forum: The Virtues Project

LOCAL SPORTS

USVI CUP Final Tournament Wraps Up

International Tennis Federation -
Tennis, fun and great people made for a fantastic time for players, coaches and parents at the Buccaneer Hotel Resort on St. Croix.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Don Cheadle Collaborates With Suki on ‘The Big Cigar’ Movie

Cane Bay Films LLC -
Hollywood’s Don Cheadle and famed L.A. cinematographer Suki Medencevic, A.S.C., have created Hollywood magic with their upcoming Apple TV+ Miniseries, “The Big Cigar.”

COMMUNITY

Summer Reading Challenge Kickoff Event Set for Saturday, May 18

Office of the Governor / VI Department of Education -
Participants can look forward to a day filled with engaging activities, including appearances by the Cat in the Hat, the Lorax and Coco Melon (JJ), music, and special musical performances, interactive book demonstrations, giveaways, the opportunity to sign up for a library card and much more

OBITUARIES

Marguerite E. Smith Dies at 67

The Family -
Marguerite E. Smith, 67, of Parsippany, N.J., passed away on Tuesday, May 7. Marguerite was born on St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands on Jan. 27, 1957, to parents Annie I. Smith and Leroy V. Smith.
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