Grants Available Under Coral Reef and Natural Resources Initiative
The goal of the CRNR Initiative is to improve the health of coral reef ecosystems and other natural resources in the U.S. insular areas for their long-term economic and social benefit.
Seasonal Closure of Mutton Snapper Spawning Area off St. Croix Begins March 1
• This closure begins at 12:01 a.m., local time, on March 1, 2019, and extends through 11:59 p.m., local time, June 30, 2019.
DPNR Warns of Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease, Asks Public’s Help
The Division of Coastal Zone Management (CZM) is alerting the Virgin Islands community of the emergence of the Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease (SCTLD), which has recently been found on St. Thomas.
Seasonal Prohibition on Fishing Caribbean Federal Waters, Grammanik Bank off St. Thomas
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Fisheries reminds fishermen and the public of the upcoming seasonal closure on fishing for or possession of red, black, tiger, yellowfin and yellowedge grouper in U.S. Caribbean federal waters.
Public Reminded of New Law Protecting Trees
This law protects all public trees, which are those within the right-of-way of public roads and on publicly-owned land.
Free Potable Water Testing Available on St. Thomas, St. John
The Coral Bay Community Council (CBCC) encourages residents to test their cistern potable drinking water on a regular basis -- at least every six months -- or if they notice any change in quality (i.e., taste, smell, color or visibility).
Marine Advisory Service Offering Free Swimming Classes on St. Thomas
This swimming program on St. Thomas is held for six weeks and is offered twice each year. It is open to students in grades 1-12 or ages 4 and up. The program features three levels.
NRCS Remains Open During Partial Government Shutdown
During a government shutdown, agencies that receive mandatory funding or have funds appropriated in prior years that are carried forward can continue to serve customers using that money.
Towle Environmental Studies Fund Selects Two Award Recipients
The Towle Fund supports studies and activities that address environmental concerns that transcend the boundaries of any single island or island state in the insular Caribbean.
NEHA to Launch Post-Hurricane Health, Child Care and Safety Work Partnerships
The National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) has announced it is launching a series of post-hurricane projects in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and parts of the U.S. mainland.
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The event will feature world renowned South African electronic music maestro Hyenah, who is known for his elusive identity, top charting tracks on “Resident Advisor” and his performances at top clubs across the globe. Additionally, the event will showcase USVI’s own Cool Session Brass Band and UVI’s SHUT Down Band along with DJ Mike Swells of NYC and local fire dancers and drum circle.
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Free Benefit Concert for USVI Coming to St. John in May
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Intellectual Global Concepts, (IGC) Coral Bay Caribbean Oasis, RTPark, the University of The Virgin Islands (UVI) and Grammy Award-winning jazz drummer Dion Parson are presenting the "Music Is Li...
