350+ Swimmers to Participate in Friends of VI National Park 19th Beach-to-Beach Power Swim
This year, over 350 participants will be swimming down St. John’s North Shore beaches from Maho to Cinnamon or Trunk or Hawksnest on Sunday, May 29 in the 19th Power Swim event.
Department of Human Services to Hold ‘Project Homeless Connect’ Events During May
The last Project Homeless Connect event was held in 2015 and successfully served 217 persons on St. Thomas, 185 on St. Croix and 38 on St. John. Volunteers from government and community-based agencies have participated in the planning and will come together to support this year’s three-event effort.
The Virgin Islands Celebrates Older Americans Month
This year’s Older Americans Month celebration’s theme, “Age My Way,” is a reminder that older adults remain in and continue to be involved in the communities and the Virgin Islands.
The Nature Conservancy Dedicates New Coral Innovation Lab on Saint Croix
The Nature Conservancy is celebrating the grand opening of its U.S. Virgin Islands Coral Innovation Hub, a new laboratory dedicated to advancing coral science in the Caribbean and across the planet.
USVI Chess Federation Holds 2022 World Spring Festival Chess Tournament on St. Croix
This was a three-day, seven-round Swiss style chess event, providing 14 hours of chess competition.
Edward P. McKenzie Family Trust Scholarship Available for USVI Graduating H.S. Seniors
McKenzie formally launched the scholarship in 2021, alongside his sons, Drew and Scott McKenzie. The scholarship amount offered will range from $500 to $2,500.
League of Women Voters to Host 53rd Annual Meeting
The Public Session will be held from 12:30-3 p.m. (Registration Required).
Ruby Rutnik Scholarship Fund Now Accepting Applications for the 2022-23 School Year
Keeping with its tradition, the Ruby Rutnik Scholarship Fund announced on April 9 – Ruby’s birthday – that it is once again accepting scholarship applications for the upcoming school year.
Island Green Living Elects Officers and Three New Board Members
The newly elected members bring a wealth of experience and a deep dedication to sustainability and the territory to their positions.
Russian Invasion Hits Home For Ukrainian Crucian
Far from the postcard palm trees of St. Croix, Russian soldiers walk two-by-two through the streets of Yulia Ivanova’s hometown, shooting at anyone protesting or wearing the yellow and blue national colors.