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GOVERNMENT & POLICE NEWS

This Week's Senate Calendar

 Here’s what’s on tap at the V.I. Legislature this week.

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On Thursday, April 25, the St. Thomas community was enjoying J'Ouvert when the celebration was shattered by gunshots which injured three people. Public safety officials immediately canceled the remainder of J'Ouvert.

 

MOVIES

Now Playing: “The Great Gatsby,” “Star Trek” 3D and “Epic”

 The following movies are playing at Market Square East Theaters on St. Thomas.

LOCAL NEWS

Not for Profit: Family Connection Makes It Fun

At the Family Connection's center in the Tutu Park Mall, kids play to learn, and parents learn to play.

Hundreds Run to Spread Anti-Gun Message

The 10th Annua. Walk//Run Against Violence drew hundreds to the Charlotte Amalie waterfront to take a stand – and a run – against gun violence in the community.

Tapia Placed On Leave Following Arrest

Government House announces DPNR Commissioner Alicia Barnes will oversee Enforcement Division while legal process plays out.

Roberto Tapia Arrested on Drug Conspiracy, Firearms Charges

Judge orders Tapia held without bail after federal agents arrested him, allegedly carrying seven kilograms of cocaine. Tapia is the chief enforcement officer for the Department of Planning and Natural Resources and a former member…

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EDITORIAL/BLOGS

The V.I. Answer Desk

Demand answers. Question authority. Agitate for change. Go ahead, you're entitled.

 
 
(LEAC) Resistance Is Futile

 Delaying LEAC increases just means everyone pays more in the long run.

SOURCE PICKS

WTJX/PBS Highlights for the Week, May 20 – 26

 The Virgin Islands Public Television System, WTJX Channel 12 serves the public, providing quality educational programs on channels 12, 90…

Historical Trust Hosts Coal Pot Cook-Off Competition for Local Chefs

 Seven Virgin Islands chefs will square off on the lawn of Fort Christian on May 22 to vie for the…

Board of Education Hosts First in Series of Public Forums

A handful of parents and teachers gathered on St. Thomas Friday for the first in a series of meetings…

Two Retirees Elected to Group Health Insurance Board

Government retirees elected Adelbert Bryan and Lori Anderson to represent them on the V.I. Government Employees' Service Commission Group…

Montessori School Presents “Arts for Change Interdisciplinary Arts Show”

 Virgin Islands Montessori School & Peter Gruber International Academy presents “Arts for Change Interdisciplinary Arts Show” -- dance, drama, music,…

The Bookworm: Easy Rawlins is Back in 'Little Green'

Set in 1967, “Little Green” is classic Easy Rawlins, with underworld violence, sophisticated crime and men who efficiently take…

 
 

ON ST. CROIX

Not for Profit: Tae Kawn Do at Boys and Girls Club

Younmg participants learn lessons about a healthy lifestyle and discipline in the program offered at the Christiansted Boys and Girls Club.

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ON ST. JOHN

Not for Profit: St. John Historical Society Leases Land for New Building

Agreement with the St. John Community Foundation puts the Historical Society on the path to a space where they can store and display the island's history.

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