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Updated: VIPD Takes Two into Custody after Car Chase, Shootout, Manhunt

By Source staff -
After a car chase, shoot out and manhunt, V.I. Police were battling rumors Thursday night along with the two suspects they took into custody around 7 p.m.

Rules Committee Approves Three Nominees for Government House Cabinet Posts

By Judi Shimel -
Three of Gov. Albert Bryan’s picks to fill cabinet posts appeared before the Senate Committee on Rules and the Judiciary Thursday. All three won approval votes, but not all were unanimous.
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Man’s Death Marks St. Thomas’ 20th Homicide for 2023

By Source staff -
A man died Thursday after succumbing to gunshot injuries, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

Senators Hold Bill to Confiscate Guns of Extreme-Risk Individuals

By Don Buchanan -
A bill that would give the V.I. Police Department the flexibility to suspend the licenses of registered gun holders if they’re a threat to themselves or others got an airing before the Senate Wednesday but was ultimately held because of concerns from senators and other testifiers.

Questions Swirl In Apparent Tourism Budget Spat

By Mat Probasco -
An inter-departmental kerfuffle about the Tourism Department’s budget became a public pistarkle Wednesday, with even government insiders scratching their heads.

From Long Island to the Virgin Islands: Photographer Reflects On Love, Loss and Life on St. John

By Nancy Borowick -
St. John-based photographer Nancy Borowick's essay commemorates the 10th anniversary of her father's passing and the deeply personal project that shaped her photo career.

Committee Moves Bills for Medical Technicians at Schools and Safe Havens for Newborns

By Don Buchanan -
On Wednesday, the Committee on Health, Hospitals and Human Services forwarded two bills to the Rules and Judiciary Committee. One bill would protect newborn babies, and the second would give school-age children an essential link to some medical care.

“Hope for the Future” Exhibit at Studio Walsh: Closing Saturday

By Elisa McKay -
Watercolorist and local organic farmer Luca Gasperi was joined by his wife Christina and daughter Marina with their artwork in the “Hope for the Future” exhibit, which opened at Studio Walsh Dec. 1.

Five Events on Dec. 9 Kick Off STJ’s Holiday Season

By Amy H. Roberts -
It’s been a long time since St. John was a sleepy little island, but there’s probably never been a day so chocked-full of holiday events as this coming Saturday.

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Op-Ed: Let’s Revive the Inkberry Christmas Tree Tradition in the Virgin Islands

By Olasee Davis -
We have become so Americanized that we’ve lost the tradition of using the Inkberry as a Christmas tree. Many of us don’t realize that the Inkberry tree was also a story-telling tree during the Christmas season. I am talking native story-telling about our culture and the history of these islands.

POLICE & COURTS

Updated: VIPD Takes Two into Custody after Car Chase, Shootout, Manhunt

By Source staff -
After a car chase, shoot out and manhunt, V.I. Police were battling rumors Thursday night along with the two suspects they took into custody around 7 p.m.

GOVERNMENT

Congress Extends Insulin Cap for Commercially Insured Patients to USVI

Source Staff -
Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett released the following statement announcing the extension by Eli Lilly of the $35 per month cap on insulin to commercially insured patients at participating retail pharmacies in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

BUSINESS

Applications Open for the Fifth Cohort of USVI-Based Tech Startup Accelerate VI

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The UVI Research and Technology has announced that applications are now open for the 2024 cohort of Accelerate VI (AVI), a startup accelerator that supports the growth of the local tech ecosystem by helping tech entrepreneurs scale their businesses in the USVI.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

Congress Extends Insulin Cap for Commercially Insured Patients to USVI

Source Staff -
Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett released the following statement announcing the extension by Eli Lilly of the $35 per month cap on insulin to commercially insured patients at participating retail pharmacies in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Christensen Named to Advisory Board of Meharry’s New School of Global Health

DOH Encourages Residents to Get the Flu Vaccine

Frederiksted Health Care Inc. and Others Hold Summit on HIV/PrEP

Department of Health Celebrates Completion of the New WIC Building on St. Thomas

GOVERNMENT

Congress Extends Insulin Cap for Commercially Insured Patients to USVI

Source Staff -
Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett released the following statement announcing the extension by Eli Lilly of the $35 per month cap on insulin to commercially insured patients at participating retail pharmacies in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

POLICE & COURTS

Updated: VIPD Takes Two into Custody after Car Chase, Shootout, Manhunt

By Source staff -
After a car chase, shoot out and manhunt, V.I. Police were battling rumors Thursday night along with the two suspects they took into custody around 7 p.m.

OPINION

Op-Ed: Let’s Revive the Inkberry Christmas Tree Tradition in the Virgin Islands

By Olasee Davis -
We have become so Americanized that we’ve lost the tradition of using the Inkberry as a Christmas tree. Many of us don’t realize that the Inkberry tree was also a story-telling tree during the Christmas season. I am talking native story-telling about our culture and the history of these islands.

Op-Ed: Castle Nugent Farms Could Become a National Park With Delegate’s Help

Letter to the Editor: Can’t We All Just Get Along?

Op-Ed: CEO Smith Responds to Lawsuit with Commitment to Solutions for St. Croix Water Customers

Commentary – State of the Territory | Unraveling the Labyrinth: The Overlooked Healthcare Hurdle

LOCAL SPORTS

Fish With A Vet Tournament Returns to Give Back to Those Who Served

By Source staff -
A total of 28 retired and active veterans braved windy conditions to fish the deep sea to try and catch the biggest fish on Saturday as the Golden Hook Fishing Club hosted the fifth annual Fish With A Vet Tournament.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Churches, Pan Dragons, Join Sing St. John’s Choirs for Holiday Celebration in the Park on Dec. 16

By Amy H. Roberts -
Sing St. John will hold its sixth annual Holiday Celebration in Cruz Bay’s Frank Powell Park on Dec. 16 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

COMMUNITY

Congress Extends Insulin Cap for Commercially Insured Patients to USVI

Source Staff -
Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett released the following statement announcing the extension by Eli Lilly of the $35 per month cap on insulin to commercially insured patients at participating retail pharmacies in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

OBITUARIES

Julia Elizabeth Hickey Dies at 37

Press release -
Julia Elizabeth Hickey, also known as “Sunnie Mermaid Farmer,” of Frederiksted, St. Croix, died on Friday, Dec. 1.  She was 37 years old.
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