Weekly Weather Forecast With Jesse Daley

By Jesse Daley -
Check out our weekly weather forecast with Jesse Daley, covering Sunday, June 28, through Saturday, July 4.

Fans Setting Stops to St. John Celebration Village Based on Musical Taste

By Judi Shimel -
Opening night of St. John Celebration 2026 promises a musical kickoff like no other. The ceremony honoring St. John’s own songbird — Tischelle Knight — is set to begin Sunday at 6 p.m.
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LOCAL NEWS

Virgin Islands Agricultural Leaders Join Regional Food Security Panel

By Source staff -
Two U.S. Virgin Islands agricultural leaders were featured Friday in a regional discussion on food security, climate resilience and sustainable innovation during the Caribbean POSHgirl Power Brunch in the British Virgin Islands.

Licensed Firearm Owner Charged in Fatal Sion Farm Gas Station Shooting

By Source staff -
A licensed firearm owner has been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a man Friday evening at a Sion Farm gas station.

Democratic Governor Candidates Discuss Key Issues in First Debate Before Primary Election

By Grayton Goldsmith -
The U.S. Virgin Islands Area Labor Federation hosted the first gubernatorial debate of the 2026 election cycle Friday at the Charlotte Amalie High School auditorium. The debate featured Lt. Gov. Tregenza Roach, Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett and former Sen. Donna Frett-Gregory, who are seeking the Democratic nomination for governor in the Aug. 1 primary.

Proposed Water Island Resort Lease Faces Scrutiny at Senate Hearing

By Finn Sharpless -
On Friday, lawmakers heard divided testimony on a proposed Water Island resort that would lease about 180 acres of public land for a development requiring at least $300 million in private investment.

Man Fatally Shot at Sion Farm Gas Station, Suspect Arrested at Scene

By Source staff -
A man was shot and killed Friday evening at the WMJR Service Station in Sion Farm on St. Croix, and the suspected shooter was taken into custody at the scene.

Plaskett Condemns Supreme Court Ruling on Haitian and Syrian Immigrants

By Mat Probasco -
Congressional Delegate Stacey Plaskett on Friday condemned the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling Thursday allowing the Trump Administration to deport people from Haiti and Syria legally sheltering in the United States because it was unsafe to return to their country. The ruling could ultimately disrupt the lives of thousands of Virgin Islanders.

Giant Digital Billboard Proposal Unplugged, For Now

By Mat Probasco -
Virgin Islanders answered a call for comment on a giant digital billboard proposed to sit along the Weymouth Rhymer Highway — sending the Public Works Department more than 300 messages against the plan, said Commissioner Derek Gabriel, who has denied the permit.

BRIEFS & SOURCE PICKS

Op-Ed: A Return to Civility

By Deanna James -
Every time another young life is lost to violence in the Virgin Islands, we ask the same questions. What is wrong with our children? Where are the parents? Why are our young people becoming so violent? Perhaps it is time we ask a different question. What if our children are simply becoming more like us?

POLICE & COURTS

Licensed Firearm Owner Charged in Fatal Sion Farm Gas Station Shooting

By Source staff -
A licensed firearm owner has been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a man Friday evening at a Sion Farm gas station.

GOVERNMENT

VIPA Public Hearing on Proposed Aviation Tariffs

By Virgin Islands Port Authority -
Tariff rates will be updated annually and are an essential part of VIPA’s commitment to improving the operations and standards of STT and STX for the residents of the United States Virgin Islands and the traveling public.

BUSINESS

Liberty VI Offers Free Calls to Venezuela

By Liberty VI -
In solidarity with the Venezuelan community residing in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and in response to the situation caused by recent earthquakes affecting various parts of Venezuela, Liberty announced a special measure today to facilitate communication between family members and the business community.

POLITICS

Elections Board Debates Candidate Appeals, Residency Requirements and Nomination Rules

By Diana Dias -
The Virgin Islands Board of Elections debated candidate qualifications, residency requirements, and nomination petition procedures during a Monday emergency meeting that highlighted ongoing disputes surrounding the 2026 election cycle. The meeting was a continuation of Friday's board meeting, which was recessed for lack of a quorum. 

Plaskett-Potter Campaign Urges WAPA Fixes

Democratic Primary Ballot Orders Announced After Casting of Lots

Candidate Disqualifications Narrow 2026 Field as Elections Review Continues

Op-Ed: Political Parties in the USVI Are Falling Short and Need Renewal

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Community Action NOW!, Savan Residents, and SmartNet Launch Community Safety Initiative

By Community Action NOW! -
As part of the initiative's first phase, surveillance cameras will be installed at three strategic entry points into the Savan community. These initial installations represent the beginning of a community lead, broader long-term strategy to establish the Savan community as a safe zone. 

VI Epidemiology Team Earns National Recognition

VIDHS Temporarily Pauses Online Child Care Applications 

AARP Virgin Islands Launches Elder Justice Summit to Protect Older Adults 

“Kids Count” Data Show Complicated National and VI Mix

GOVERNMENT

VIPA Public Hearing on Proposed Aviation Tariffs

By Virgin Islands Port Authority -
Tariff rates will be updated annually and are an essential part of VIPA’s commitment to improving the operations and standards of STT and STX for the residents of the United States Virgin Islands and the traveling public.

POLICE & COURTS

Licensed Firearm Owner Charged in Fatal Sion Farm Gas Station Shooting

By Source staff -
A licensed firearm owner has been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a man Friday evening at a Sion Farm gas station.

OPINION

LOCAL SPORTS

Island Heat and Island Mixx Teams Enter Wave 4 of the 2026 AAU National Volleyball Championships

By Mark J Daniel -
Four teams from the United States Virgin Islands have entered the fourth wave of the 2026 Amateur Athletic Union National Volleyball Champions, held in Orlando, Florida, June 28 - July 1. 

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Mango Tango Presents The Final Vision: A Farewell Exhibition of Mel McCuddin’s Work

Mango Tango Art Gallery -
Mango Tango Art Gallery will unveil The Final Vision, an exhibition of oil paintings and drawings by the late Mel McCuddin on Saturday, June 27, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. All works will be on display and available for purchase.

COMMUNITY

Ruff Start Dog Rescue Barks for Voter Registration

By Virgin Islands Board of Elections -
Anyone who will be 18 years old by Nov. 3 is eligible to register. The deadline to vote for the Aug. 1 Primary Election is July 2.

OBITUARIES

Wahilli Nasio James Dies at 30

James Memorial Funeral Home -
Wahilli Nasio James, aka Dapa, of Williams Delight, passed away on June 7. He was 30 years old. 
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