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Sunday, April 28, 2024

Amber Alert: Jhonmar Colon-Rogers Missing

By Source staff -
Jhonmar Colon-Rogers, 16, was last seen on Saturday in the vicinity of #148-292 Annas Retreat, St. Thomas, wearing blue short pants, white Crocs, and a navy blue jacket, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

Weekly Weather Forecast with Jesse Daley

By Jesse Daley -
Watch now: Check out our weekly weather forecast with Jesse Daley, covering Sunday, April 28, through Saturday, May 4.
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LOCAL NEWS

Op-Ed: Leveraging the Power of Social Media to Empower and Engage

By Gabrielle Querrard -
In the past 20 years, humanity has seen huge advancements in just about every industry. This progression can be attributed to varying factors, including broader access to educational opportunities and more collaboration among neighboring countries around the world. 

Standing Ovation for GHCDS Musical ‘The Music Man’

By Diana Dias -
The Good Hope Country Day School drama club cast received a standing ovation as they performed the musical The Music Man for their faculty night on Thursday at the Good Hope Country Day School’s Theater. This follows their completely sold-out opening night last week.

Celebrating International Girls in ICT Day: Using Technology to Lead and Connect Vlogging Competition

By Source staff -
In celebration and awareness of International Girls in ICT Day, the Virgin Islands Education Department, in partnership with Viya, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Girls in STEAM initiative, "Using Technology to Lead and Connect Vlogging Competition."

Senate Approves Three-Step Financial Fix for WAPA

By Judi Shimel -
Lawmakers of the 35th Legislature approved a three-step solution to ease financial pressures on the Water and Power Authority. Votes taken on three bills - which includes a measure to define when a state of emergency can be declared - came in rapid succession on Thursday afternoon at the end of a six-hour session. 

Like Cash, Key Hardware Also Eludes WAPA

By Mat Probasco -
Money isn’t the only thing in short supply at the Water and Power Authority, WAPA officials said at a meeting of its governing board Thursday. While the embattled utility’s financial concerns have been well publicized, WAPA also faces dramatic challenges in obtaining key hardware vital to power generation and grid stability.

11th-Grader Danny Philip Wins 2nd Place in Vermont Pitch Challenge

By Diana Dias -
Danny Philip Jr. achieved an exciting goal recently, winning second place in the Vermont Pitch Challenge from the University of Vermont. Phillip, who is in 11th grade at the Seventh-day Adventist School on St. Croix, has aspirations of becoming a successful businessperson in technology and computer science.

Administrative Leave for Carnival and Issuance of Tax Refunds Announced

By Source staff -
With St. Thomas Carnival festivities already underway, Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. has locked in the administrative leave schedule for government workers and announced that more than $5 million in income tax refunds have been issued to Virgin Islands residents.

BRIEFS & SOURCE PICKS

Nicholas D’Amour Performs Well in Shanghai at Stage I of the World Cup 2024

Source Staff -
There were 115 competitors in the Men’s Olympic Recurve Division. On Tuesday, the Olympic Recurve archers battled in a three-hour qualifying session. 

POLICE & COURTS

Amber Alert: Jhonmar Colon-Rogers Missing

By Source staff -
Jhonmar Colon-Rogers, 16, was last seen on Saturday in the vicinity of #148-292 Annas Retreat, St. Thomas, wearing blue short pants, white Crocs, and a navy blue jacket, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

GOVERNMENT

WAPA Customer Service and Business Offices Adjusted Hours for May 1-3

Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority -
While the Customer Service offices are closed, the Authority will not be performing disconnects related to unpaid bills from May 1.

BUSINESS

Ocean Point Terminals Recognizes Local Charities for Community Work, Donates $300,000 to 20 Non-Profits

Ocean Point Terminals -
Under Ocean Point Terminal’s Charitable Contributions program, donation requests must support the advancement of education, environmental stewardship and community sustainability. 

FEATURED REAL ESTATE

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

WAPA Human Resources Receives Prestigious Award for Top Healthy Workforce

Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority’s -
Building upon last year's bronze Designation, WAPA's attainment of the gold level highlights the significant progress and dedication of WAPA in creating a supportive and healthy work environment for its 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

V.I. Department of Health Encourages Public to Know the Symptoms of Dengue

Department of Health to Launch a Food Safety Hotline

GOVERNMENT

WAPA Customer Service and Business Offices Adjusted Hours for May 1-3

Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority -
While the Customer Service offices are closed, the Authority will not be performing disconnects related to unpaid bills from May 1.

POLICE & COURTS

Amber Alert: Jhonmar Colon-Rogers Missing

By Source staff -
Jhonmar Colon-Rogers, 16, was last seen on Saturday in the vicinity of #148-292 Annas Retreat, St. Thomas, wearing blue short pants, white Crocs, and a navy blue jacket, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

OPINION

Op-Ed: Preservation of V.I.’s Historic Bridges is Critical to Our Cultural Heritage

By Olasee Davis -
The bridges in the Virgin Islands are being repaired and maintained if needed, which is a good thing for motorists. However, what most residents of the Virgin Islands don’t know is that we have historic bridges dating back hundreds of years to the Danish occupation of the islands, and they are protected under the law. I hope the contractor or contractors are working with the V.I. State Historic Preservation Office.

Op-Ed: Leveraging the Power of Social Media to Empower and Engage

Legislature Corner: Plaskett Applauds VIEO on Solar for All Grant of $62.6M

Op-Ed: VIPA’s Airport Transformations for the Economic Future of the USVI

State of the Territory | Echoes of Joy: Embracing Tradition at St. Thomas Carnival

LOCAL SPORTS

Nicholas D’Amour Performs Well in Shanghai at Stage I of the World Cup 2024

Source Staff -
There were 115 competitors in the Men’s Olympic Recurve Division. On Tuesday, the Olympic Recurve archers battled in a three-hour qualifying session. 

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

V.I. Public Works Advises Public of Carnival Parking and Road Closures April 26 – May 4

V.I. Department of Public Works -
Main Street Parking - Parking will be allowed for compact cars only on Dronningens Gade (Main Street), starting near Cardow Jewelers and ending at Store Tvaer Gade. Motorists can also park their compact vehicles on the northern segment of Raadet’s Gade.

COMMUNITY

Ocean Point Terminals Recognizes Local Charities for Community Work, Donates $300,000 to 20 Non-Profits

Ocean Point Terminals -
Under Ocean Point Terminal’s Charitable Contributions program, donation requests must support the advancement of education, environmental stewardship and community sustainability. 

OBITUARIES

Norris Evan Edmead Dies at 64

The Family -
Norris Evan Edmead, also known as “Taz,” “Hardy,” “Kushoo” or “Miguel” tragically transitioned his earthly life on Thursday, April 4.
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