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Shots Fired on Turpentine Run Road Leave One Dead

By Source staff -
Shots fired on St. Thomas left five injured and one dead Sunday, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

Calypso Monarch John Gotti Wins the Crown Again

By Judi Shimel -
The official opening of St. Thomas Carnival Village has yet to come, but Saturday night brought the Fort Christian Parking Lot to life with the 2024 Calypso Monarch Competition. Nine calypsonians brought their creativity to the stage with lyrics, humor, political insights, costumes, stagecraft and a house band.
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LOCAL NEWS

Weekly Weather Forecast with Jesse Daley

By Jesse Daley -
Watch now: Check out our weekly weather forecast with Jesse Daley, covering Sunday, April 28, through Saturday, May 4.

Local Butterfly Orchids Have Adapted to Dry Conditions

By Gail Karlsson -
I usually see the small flowers of these native orchids (Psychilis macconnelliae) sticking up on long stalks on the dry southern hillsides of St. John. They are special because they only grow in the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico.

“What We Have Here Is a Person Who Was on a Rampage”; Bruce Smith Gets 35 Years in Prison

By Judi Shimel -
A former high school hall monitor and track coach was sentenced Friday to 35 years in federal prison for sexually abusing a dozen student athletes over a period of 15 years.

Questions Remain Following District Court Ruling on Caneel Bay Resort

By Amy H. Roberts -
A District Court’s ruling on Monday to restore the ownership of the Caneel Bay Resort to the National Park Service came as a pleasant surprise to many. 

Third Circuit Scheduled to Hear Jackson, Other Appeals on May 16

By Siân Cobb -
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals is set to hear oral arguments in four local cases on May 16 on St. Thomas, including that of John Jackson, the onetime Olympic boxer who was sentenced in February 2023 to 25 years in prison on rape and child pornography charges and is seeking to suppress evidence from a search of his home that was used at trial.

Op-Ed: Leveraging the Power of Social Media to Empower and Engage

By Gabrielle Querrard -
In the past 20 years, humanity has seen huge advancements in just about every industry. This progression can be attributed to varying factors, including broader access to educational opportunities and more collaboration among neighboring countries around the world. 

Standing Ovation for GHCDS Musical ‘The Music Man’

By Diana Dias -
The Good Hope Country Day School drama club cast received a standing ovation as they performed the musical The Music Man for their faculty night on Thursday at the Good Hope Country Day School’s Theater. This follows their completely sold-out opening night last week.

BRIEFS & SOURCE PICKS

Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas Will Visit Crown Bay on Food Fair Day

By Source staff -
Passengers of Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas will be treated to a taste of St. Thomas Carnival on Wednesday at the Food Fair, the V.I. Port Authority announced Monday. 

POLICE & COURTS

St. Thomas Man Arrested for Illegal Firearm Possession After Failing to Stop at Red Light

By Source staff -
A man on St. Thomas was pulled over for running a red light and was arrested for illegal firearm possession Friday, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

GOVERNMENT

35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands Senate Calendar, April 29 – May 3

35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands -
This is the Senate calendar for the week of April 29 through May 3.

BUSINESS

Ocean Point Terminals Recognizes Local Charities for Community Work, Donates $300,000 to 20 Non-Profits

Ocean Point Terminals -
Under Ocean Point Terminal’s Charitable Contributions program, donation requests must support the advancement of education, environmental stewardship and community sustainability. 

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GOVERNMENT

35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands Senate Calendar, April 29 – May 3

35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands -
This is the Senate calendar for the week of April 29 through May 3.

POLICE & COURTS

St. Thomas Man Arrested for Illegal Firearm Possession After Failing to Stop at Red Light

By Source staff -
A man on St. Thomas was pulled over for running a red light and was arrested for illegal firearm possession Friday, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

OPINION

Open Forum: It’s Time to Explore Full or Partial Privatization of WAPA

By Filippo Cassinelli -
Despite the best intentions and efforts of both the administration and the leadership of WAPA, the authority is still unable to provide reliable and affordable power to the community.  All three islands are plagued by systemic blackouts that occur regularly and have for decades. The damage to families and businesses by WAPA’s failures is incalculable.

State of the Territory | Liberating Justice: The Imperative for an Elected Attorney General in the U.S. Virgin Islands

Op-Ed: Preservation of V.I.’s Historic Bridges is Critical to Our Cultural Heritage

Op-Ed: Leveraging the Power of Social Media to Empower and Engage

Legislature Corner: Plaskett Applauds VIEO on Solar for All Grant of $62.6M

LOCAL SPORTS

Register Now for International Optimist Regatta, Clinic and Team Race, June 10-16

International Optimist Regatta -
The International Optimist Regatta is hosted at the St. Thomas Yacht Club. Early entry discount ends May 1.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

V.I. Public Works Advises Public of Carnival Parking and Road Closures April 26 – May 4

V.I. Department of Public Works -
Main Street Parking - Parking will be allowed for compact cars only on Dronningens Gade (Main Street), starting near Cardow Jewelers and ending at Store Tvaer Gade. Motorists can also park their compact vehicles on the northern segment of Raadet’s Gade.

COMMUNITY

Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas Will Visit Crown Bay on Food Fair Day

By Source staff -
Passengers of Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas will be treated to a taste of St. Thomas Carnival on Wednesday at the Food Fair, the V.I. Port Authority announced Monday. 

OBITUARIES

Norris Evan Edmead Dies at 64

The Family -
Norris Evan Edmead, also known as “Taz,” “Hardy,” “Kushoo” or “Miguel” tragically transitioned his earthly life on Thursday, April 4.
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