Pass the Word VI Celebrates Three Years of Storytelling With Anniversary Open Mic

By Gabrielle Querrard -
For the past three years, Pass the Word VI has created space for Virgin Islanders to share their stories, whether through poetry, personal reflections, or spoken-word performances. This week, the community arts organization will mark that milestone with a special anniversary celebration centered on the power of generational storytelling. 

Back-to-Back Super Typhoons in Western Pacific Highlight Recovery Challenges Facing U.S. Territories

By Jesse Daley -
Just months after Super Typhoon Sinlaku left parts of Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands facing a long recovery, another major tropical cyclone has struck the Western Pacific region, again underscoring the unique disaster challenges facing U.S. territories.
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LOCAL NEWS

Caribbean Food Crop Society Convenes Its 58th Annual Conference at UVI on St. Croix

By Joshua Grant Canning -
The Caribbean Food Crop Society is holding its 58th annual conference July 12-17 at the University of the Virgin Islands Albert A. Sheen Campus, bringing more than 200 agriculturists from 22 countries to St. Croix to explore this year's theme, "Increasing Food Security in the Caribbean Through Innovative Agriculture."

Community Meeting to Continue Emancipation Day ‘Rebuild the Village’ Discussions

By Source staff -
A follow-up community meeting is being planned later this month to continue discussions that began during St. Thomas' Emancipation Day observance, as organizers work to turn ideas generated during the event into long-term community initiatives.

USVI Teams Battle at Two Volleyball Tournaments

By Mark J Daniel -
The United States Virgin Islands deployed two volleyball teams to do battle at the 2026 North, Central America and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation Under 21 Women’s Pan American Cup in Columbus, Ohio, and the 2026 Amateur Athletic Union National Volleyball Boys Championships in Orlando, Florida.

Gov’t House Announces Tax Refunds, Urges Storm Preparedness and Offers Infrastructure Updates

By Kit MacAvoy -
Monday’s jam-packed Government House press briefing ended with the announcement that approximately $5.4 million in tax refunds will soon be paid out to Virgin Islands taxpayers who filed their tax returns by June 28, 2024. 

RTPark Tells Budget Committee It Needs No General Fund Appropriation, Expands STEM Programs

By Finn Sharpless -
The University of the Virgin Islands Research and Technology Park told lawmakers Monday it is not seeking a General Fund appropriation for fiscal 2027, while expanding STEM programs and lending. 

Federal Judge Looks at WAPA Procurement, Maintenance ‘Logjam’

By Kit MacAvoy -
U.S. District Court Judge Mark Kearney told representatives from the V.I. Water and Power Authority and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Monday that he will issue an order putting the utility’s fraught relationship with generator manufacturer Wartsila “at issue.”

DPP Meets With Budget Committee, Highlights Progress on E‑Procurement and Asset Management

By Finn Sharpless -
Lawmakers reviewed the Property and Procurement Department's $24.36 million budget request, with discussions focused on a new e-procurement system, lease revenues, fleet oversight and government property use.

BRIEFS & SOURCE PICKS

Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands Awards $10,000 to Future Lawyers

Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands -
Local students, Ki'Janne' Alfred and Martial Adrien Webster Jr., selected as 2026 Lawyers’ Scholarship Fund recipients.

POLICE & COURTS

Woman Turns Herself In After St. Croix Assault; Second Suspect Sought

By Source staff -
A woman turned herself in Tuesday in connection with a June assault on St. Croix, while authorities continue searching for a second suspect.

GOVERNMENT

WAPA Explains St. Thomas-St. John Power Outages and Fuel Supply

Water and Power Authority -
Unexpectedly, as crews were restoring service at approximately 7:45 a.m., two generating units at the Randolph Harley Power Plant went offline, causing a districtwide outage.

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.

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POLITICS

Primary Election Early Voting Begins Monday, July 20

By Source staff -
Early voting for the 2026 Primary Election begins Monday, July 20 and runs through Wednesday, July 29 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily on St. Thomas and St. Croix, Supervisor of Elections Caroline F. Fawkes announced. St. John's scheduled hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, July 23 to July 29.

Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Clash in Primary Debate

Hansen, Helenese, Sarauw and Smith Square Off in Congressional Debate

Central Labor Council Rebuts Endorsement Claims, Representation by Political Labor Coalitions

Watch Now: Decision 2026 | 20v1: Delegate Stacey Plaskett

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Breakthrough Bone Fracture Care Brought to U.S. Virgin Islands

Virgin Islands Orthopedics & Sports Medicine -
This milestone marks the first deployment of this innovative, metal-free fixation system in the U.S. Virgin Islands and Eastern Caribbean, extending access to advanced orthopedic care for patients across the region.

SouthSea Rising Launchs Coral Rising Summer Program

Schneider Regional Medical Center Addresses Patient Privacy Concerns

Recognition for Department of Health’s EMS for Children Program

Schneider Medical Staff Decries Operational Limitations

GOVERNMENT

WAPA Explains St. Thomas-St. John Power Outages and Fuel Supply

Water and Power Authority -
Unexpectedly, as crews were restoring service at approximately 7:45 a.m., two generating units at the Randolph Harley Power Plant went offline, causing a districtwide outage.

POLICE & COURTS

Woman Turns Herself In After St. Croix Assault; Second Suspect Sought

By Source staff -
A woman turned herself in Tuesday in connection with a June assault on St. Croix, while authorities continue searching for a second suspect.

OPINION

Outpourings of Condolences for Michael A. Joseph

By Source Staff -
"We are sincerely grateful for Attorney Joseph’s many contributions and lifelong service to the Virgin Islands community, service marked with integrity and distinction," said Lt. Gov. Tregenza Roach.

Gittens calls for collaboration before any hospital workforce reduction

Gov. Bryan Clarifies Request for Attorney General Opinion on Election Law and Ballot Access Procedures

Op-Ed: The Winds of Gaza — Our Moral Hurricane, Part II

Op-Ed: If Trees Could Talk: The Story of Our Virgin Islands Forests, Part 2

LOCAL SPORTS

USVI Track Team Shines in Mexico

Virgin Islands Track and Field Federation -
Over three days of action, the young athletes produced personal bests, season’s bests, national records, and several top‑eight finishes that highlight the growing strength of VI athletics.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Pass the Word VI Celebrates Three Years of Storytelling With Anniversary Open Mic

By Gabrielle Querrard -
For the past three years, Pass the Word VI has created space for Virgin Islanders to share their stories, whether through poetry, personal reflections, or spoken-word performances. This week, the community arts organization will mark that milestone with a special anniversary celebration centered on the power of generational storytelling. 

COMMUNITY

Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands Awards $10,000 to Future Lawyers

Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands -
Local students, Ki'Janne' Alfred and Martial Adrien Webster Jr., selected as 2026 Lawyers’ Scholarship Fund recipients.

OBITUARIES

Amparo Navarro Dies at 63

The family and friends of Amparo Navarro -
The family of Amparo Navarro is saddened to announce her peaceful passing on June 24, 2026, at the age of 63.
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