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Ribbon Cutting Unveils Emergency Shelter Micro-Grid at SCEC

By Source staff -
The groundbreaking ribbon cutting for the St. Croix Educational Complex Emergency Shelter Micro-Grid took place Tuesday, the V.I. Education Department announced. This event marks a significant milestone in the journey towards sustainable energy for the Virgin Islands.

Alfred Letang Dies at 78

Press release -
Alfred Letang, also known as “Tiger,” or “Father Christmas,” of Estate Whim died on April 19.

USVI Chess Federation Hosts Territorial Scholastic Chess Tournament

International Chess Federation -
Students from 10 Virgin Islands schools competed in three divisions in a five-round chess tournament.

Applications Open for Junior Sailing Summer Program, Marine Apprenticeship Leading to U.S. Coast Guard Captain’s License

The Virgin Islands Professional Charter Association -
The Virgin Islands Professional Charter Association (VIPCA) has announced that applications are now open for two marine-based educational programs free to USVI public school students and young adults.

St. Croix’s Alessandra M. Evangelista Crowned Cherry Blossom Queen in Washington, D.C.

Source Staff -
Evangelista represented the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) in the 76th Annual National Cherry Blossom Festival, a perennial tradition celebrating U.S. and Japanese relations. 

Jobs for America’s Graduates Selects IEKHS Senior for Kenneth M. Smith Scholarship

Virgin Islands Department of Education -
Darnell Birmingham, a senior at Ivanna Eudora Kean High School (IEKHS), has been recently selected as one of the recipients of the 2024 Kenneth M. Smith Scholarship.

LEPC Accepting Proposals for Funding Opportunities for Federal Victims of Crime Assistance Grants

Virgin Islands Law Enforcement Planning Commission -
The Office of Victims of Crime makes available Victims of Crime Act Formula Grants to non-profit victim services entities and government agencies to provide direct services to assist victims recovering from victimization.

Freeman Dawson Dies at 84

Press release -
Freeman Dawson died on March 2. He was 84 years old.

Alston A. King Dies

Source Staff -
It is profound sadness and a heavy heart that the family announces the passing of our brother, Alston A. King, affectionately known as “Allie” or “King.” He died on April 6.

Beach Advisory for April 15-19

V.I. Department of Planning and Natural Resources -
DPNR performed water quality analysis at 18 designated beaches throughout the territory during the week of April 15 – April 19. The following beaches meet water quality standards and are considered safe for swimming and fishing.

WAPA Human Resources Receives Prestigious Award for Top Healthy Workforce

Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority’s -
Building upon last year's bronze Designation, WAPA's attainment of the gold level highlights the significant progress and dedication of WAPA in creating a supportive and healthy work environment for its workforce.

LEPC Accepting Proposals for Federal Violence Against Women Grants

Virgin Islands Law Enforcement Planning Commission -
LEPC, with funding through the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Violence Against Women, makes available Violence Against Women Formula Grants to private non-profit organizations.

National Park Service to Repair Vessel Mooring Buoys Beginning April 22

National Park Service -
National Park Service scuba divers based at Virgin Islands National Park routinely inspect and service mooring and other buoys in the park.

Amy Veronica Williams Dies

Press release -
Amy Veronica Williams has died.

Dr. Barbara Petrolla Hodge Dies at 74

Press release -
Dr. Barbara Petrolla Hodge died on April 10. She was 74 years old.

DPNR’s Fish and Wildlife Releases 2nd Edition of ‘Go Wild, Go Fish VI’ Magazine

V.I. Department of Planning and Natural Resources Division of Fish and Wildlife -
The first issue of “Go Wild, Go Fish VI” was released last July and cast a spotlight on the endangered Virgin Islands tree boa, the invasive red-tailed boa, the division’s sea mapping program, scientific bird work, exotic pet amnesty program and scientific papers.

D’Amour Qualifies for Summer Olympics

By Source staff -
The Virgin Islands will have a representative at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games in the recurve archery category.

Mary Josephine Landais Dies

Press release -
It is with deep sorrow that the family and friends announced the passing of Mary Josephine Landais on March 17, at Roy Lester Schneider Hospital.

FDA Issues Public Notification on S.W.A.G.: May Lower Blood Pressure to Dangerous Levels

V.I. Department of Health -
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a public notification on S.W.A.G., advising consumers against purchasing the sexual enhancement product sold across various websites and in some retail stores.

Eulita A. Jacobs Dies at 91

Press release -
Eulita A. Jacobs died on April 2 at the age of 91.

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