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Elizabeth Ferrell Crowned 2026 St. John Celebration Queen

The St. John Celebration Village was filled with African-inspired fashion, music and culture Saturday evening as contestants competed for the title of 2026 St. John Celebration Queen. By the end of the night, Contestant No. 3, Elizabeth Ferrell, captured the crown.

Photo Focus: St. John Food Fair Forecast: Bright Sunshine, Warm Smiles

Sundayโ€™s celebration of St. John Food Fair began with a promise โ€” after a long, hot month of June, the gathering clouds released a brief and cooling rain.

Photo Focus: Culture, Food and Family Take Center Stage at Fourth Annual Virgin Islands Patรฉ Festival

One of the most anticipated events of the summer gathered hundreds of attendees at the St. Croix Agricultural Fairgrounds on Sunday to celebrate Caribbean culture, cuisine and community during the fourth annual Virgin Islands Patรฉ Festival.

Op-Ed: The Lounge | A Column for Men: Before the Bridge: Affection Is Not a Reward

In his biweekly column, Langley Shazor speaks to issues important to men within the territory.

Island Heat, Elite 340 Look Ahead After Opening-Day Losses

The second wave of the 2026 Amateur Athletic Union National Volleyball Championships got underway Saturday at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, and both St. Croix teams faced a challenging opening day in 14U competition.

Weekly Weather Forecast With Jesse Daley

Check out our weekly weather forecast with Jesse Daley, covering Sunday, June 21, through Saturday, June 27.

VING Officer Earns Air War College Degree After 38-Year Military Career

Lt. Col. Jamie I. Cornelius, director of military support for the Virgin Islands National Guard, has graduated from the U.S. Air War College, earning a Master of Strategic Studies and completing one of the militaryโ€™s highest levels of professional education.

Lourdes & The Switch Bring Their Infectious Blend of Soulful Pop and Indie Rock to St. Croix for Summer Tour

St. Croix music fans have had several opportunities this week to catch Lourdes & The Switch, the popular St. Thomas-based band whose stripped-down touring duo has been performing a series of early summer shows across the island.

Island Mixx Teams Exit AAU Nationals as Island Heat, Elite 340 Open Play

The 2026 Amateur Athletic Union National Volleyball Championship has concluded for Island Mixx 13U and Island Mixx 12U, while competition begins Saturday for Island Heat 14U and Elite 340 14U at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.

Upcoming America250 Events Highlighting Virgin Islands History and Heritage

The St. Croix commemorative activities will highlight the Virgin Islandsโ€™ unique role in the American story, while celebrating the territoryโ€™s rich cultural heritage, historical contributions, and continued commitment to community advancement.

Man Charged in Burglaries at Two St. John Businesses

A man was arrested in connection with burglaries at two St. John businesses after investigators identified him through surveillance footage.

Oโ€™Neal Asks for 2-Month Surrender Delay Amid Representation Shakeup

Former V.I. Management and Budget Director Jenifer Oโ€™Neal has asked a federal judge to push her court-ordered surrender date by eight weeks while she secures new legal representation to appeal her December conviction on charges of wire fraud, bribery and money laundering conspiracy.

Didi Krishna Urges Virgin Islanders to Become Architects of Their Own Destiny

International spiritual leader Didi Krishna challenged Virgin Islanders to take ownership of their future through intentional choices, gratitude, service and self-reflection Thursday during a program titled โ€œDesign Your Destinyโ€ at The Westin Beach Resort & Spa.

Ali Morgan, Native Son of St. Croix, Returns Home to Steer Good Hope Country Day School Into a Bright Future

Good Hope Country Day School will welcome alumnus Ali "Al" Morgan as its new head of school, bringing home an accomplished educator and consultant whose career has spanned independent schools, higher education and organizational leadership.

Island Mixx Teams Rebound With Victories Before Tournament Play

Both Island Mixx volleyball teams bounced back from early losses Thursday, closing pool play with victories and carrying momentum into the single-elimination bracket at the AAU National Championships.

Rep. Robert Aderholt Highlights Virgin Islands’ Role in America’s Founding During UVI Lecture

Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Ala., delivered the inaugural Alexander Hamilton Distinguished Lecture at the University of the Virgin Islands Orville E. Kean campus on St. Thomas Thursday.

Island Mixx 13U and 12U Finished Day 3 Strong With Wins

Island Mixx 13U (IM 13U) turned the tables in their final match of the day Thursday at the 2026 Amateur Athletic Union National Volleyball Championships in Orlando, Florida, and earned an impressive straight-set victory.

Masked Gunmen Rob Cardow Jewelers, Flee on Motorbikes

Several masked individuals armed with weapons robbed Cardow Jewelers on Main Street Thursday afternoon before fleeing the area on motorbikes.

Elections System Releases Certified Candidate List After Weeks of Appeals and Disputes

The Elections System of the Virgin Islands on Wednesday released its certified list of candidates for the 2026 election cycle, ending weeks of delays driven by candidate challenges, appeals, and an ongoing dispute over the authority of the supervisor of Elections and the Board of Elections.

Budget Committee Hears From Bureau of Corrections on Budget, Inmate Costs, Federal Oversight

The Senate Budget, Appropriations and Finance Committee on Thursday reviewed the Bureau of Corrections' proposed $36.4 million fiscal year 2027 budget, focusing on staffing shortages, incarceration costs and federal oversight requirements.

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