Local government

Personnel, VIDOA and UVI Present Gardening Workshop

Gregory Norris — Mon, 21 May 2012 18:11:52 -0400

The Division of Personnel, in conjunction with the Department of Agriculture and the University of the Virgin Islands’ Extension Services, has announced the summer sessions of “Planting Seeds of Health: An Introduction to Gardening.”

Agriculture Reminds Livestock Farmers of Harm to Animals Due to Wet Weather

Gregory Norris — Mon, 21 May 2012 18:06:43 -0400

With the recent weeks of heavy rains in the territory, Commissioner Dr. Louis Petersen reminds livestock farmers about the increased threat of disease to their animals caused by the wet weather.

This Week's Senate Calendar

Gregory Norris — Sat, 19 May 2012 14:58:16 -0400

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

Office of Veterans Affairs Announces May Events

Gregory Norris — Fri, 18 May 2012 23:09:42 -0400

The Virgin Islands Office of Veterans Affairs announces a series of activities, leading up to the Memorial Day holiday, recognizing the men and women of the armed forces and their families.

FYI: African Heritage Week Proclaimed in the Virgin Islands

Gregory Norris — Fri, 18 May 2012 23:04:08 -0400

Gov. John P. deJongh Jr. proclaims May 20-26 to be African Heritage Week in the territory to serve as a reminder of the Virgin Islands proud African heritage.

Human Services Highlights Literacy, Language at Early Learning Conference

Gregory Norris — Thu, 17 May 2012 18:36:00 -0400

The Department of Human Services in collaboration with government agencies and non-profit organizations will host the 14th annual Best Beginnings early childhood conference.

VITEMA Holds 2012 All Hazards Preparedness Expo Territorywide

Gregory Norris — Thu, 17 May 2012 00:55:42 -0400

In a continuing effort to heighten awareness about the importance of being prepared, the Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency will host the 2012 Annual All Hazards Preparedness Expoterritorywide, May 24 - 27.

Governing Board Meeting of the VIEDA’s Lending Division Scheduled

Gregory Norris — Tue, 15 May 2012 15:27:45 -0400

The V.I. Economic Development Authority Governing Board gives notice that the authority, along with its subsidiaries, will be holding a continuation of the Governing Board Decision Meeting of the Government Development Bank and the Small Business Development Agency held at 9 a.m. on May 2, on Thursday, May 17.

FYI: Governor Proclaims Foster Care Month

Gregory Norris — Mon, 14 May 2012 21:24:07 -0400

Gov. John P. deJongh Jr. proclaims May as “Foster Care month, a time to celebrate the unique group of people who open their hearts and homes to children in the foster care system in the V.I.

This Week's Senate Calendar

Gregory Norris — Sat, 12 May 2012 20:21:34 -0400

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

Bureau of Motor Vehicles to Close Early

Gregory Norris — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:29:32 -0400

The Bureau of Motor Vehicles will be closed at noon on Friday, May 18, on St. Croix, and at noon on Friday, May 25, on St. Thomas-St. John.

FYI: Nurses Week Proclaimed in the Virgin Islands

Gregory Norris — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:14:46 -0400

Gov. John P. de Jongh Jr. proclaims the week of May 6-12 to be Nurses Week in the Virgin Islands.

VIDOA Offers Grant Opportunities Through Crop Block Program

Gregory Norris — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:09:59 -0400

Farmers and the general public are invited to attend meetings to share information on grant funding opportunities available through the VIDOA.

Property Auctions to Resume on May 23

Gregory Norris — Wed, 09 May 2012 10:03:41 -0400

The Division of Real Property Tax, Office of the Lieutenant Governor, will resume its auctions of properties in delinquent payment status of ten or more years on May 23-25 in the St. Thomas-St. John district.

Fire Service Lifts Ban on Burning Permits

Gregory Norris — Tue, 08 May 2012 10:39:47 -0400

Daryl A. George, Assistant Director of the Virgin Islands Fire Service, announced on Monday that effective immediately the ban on burning permits has been lifted for the St. Thomas-St. John and St. Croix Districts.

Commissioner Terry Gives Condolences on Death of Gladys Abraham

Gregory Norris — Tue, 08 May 2012 09:57:41 -0400

Commissioner Dr. LaVerne Terry offers condolences to the family and friends of Gladys A. Abraham, renowned local educator and leader in primary education, upon her passing.

Insular Superintendent Offers Condolences on the Passing of Gladys Abraham

Gregory Norris — Tue, 08 May 2012 09:49:12 -0400

St. Thomas-St. John Insular Superintendent Jeanette Smith-Barry offers condolences to the family and friends of Gladys A. Abraham, renowned local educator and leader in primary education, upon her recent passing.

This Week's Senate Calendar

Gregory Norris — Sat, 05 May 2012 10:03:57 -0400

Here's what is on tap at the Virgin Islands Legislature.

VIWMA Apologizes for Trash Overflow in Downtown St. Thomas

Gregory Norris — Fri, 04 May 2012 20:22:40 -0400

Waste Management Authority apologizes to the St. Thomas community for the current trash overflow situation occurring in the Charlotte Amalie area.

Fort Christian Parking Lot Reopens

Gregory Norris — Thu, 03 May 2012 13:48:39 -0400

The Fort Christian Parking Lot, which was closed for the Virgin Islands Carnival 60^th anniversary will re-open at 7 a.m. on Monday, May 7.