GOVERNOR UPHOLDS PRESS FREEDOM, TRANSPARENCY

Governor Daniel Pruce reaffirmed his commitment to supporting a free press and freedom of information while addressing the media in observance of World Press Freedom Day. In his remarks, the Governor stressed the integral role journalists play in ensuring transparency and accountability from governments, as well as upholding the democratic principles of free speech. The … Continued

NO IN-PERSON CLASSES AT ESHS ON FRIDAY, MAY 3RD

Elmore Stoutt High School will transition to remote learning this Friday, May 3rd in response to undisclosed incidents of “extreme misconduct” that occurred on the school’s campus this week. In a notice released on Thursday night, the school’s administration stated that the move to virtual classes on Friday was made “as our primary concern is … Continued

VI RESIDENTS URGED TO PARTICIPATE AS CENSUS CHALLENGES PERSIST

Virgin Islanders are being reminded of the critical importance of participating in the ongoing census, as challenges continue to slow down the data collection process across the Territory. In a recent interview, Director of the Central Statistics Office Raymond Phillips reflected on the prevailing situation and underscored why complete and accurate census data is vital. … Continued

GUMBS LAUNCHES INTO WORLD’S TOP 35 IN SHOT PUT

Virgin Islands Djimon Gumbs vaulted himself into the top 35 of the current world rankings with a record-shattering performance in the shot put at the Texas Tech Corky/Crofoot Shootout last Thursday. He threw 20.29 meters (66′-7″) to win the event, surpassing John Campbell’s long-standing all-time mark of  20.03m (65′-8.75″) set back in 1982. The performance … Continued

BVIHSA RAMPS UP PREPAREDNESS AHEAD OF HURRICANE SEASON

In anticipation of the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season on 1st June, the British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has activated its disaster preparedness plan. The activation is part of the organization’s readiness mandate and also in light of forecasts predicting increased tropical storm activity. On 4th April, the Tropical Weather and … Continued

CAREY OLSEN GIVES BACK TO COMMUNITY

This past week the office of Carey Olsen in the British Virgin Islands proudly gave back to the BVI Community. The agency said, “At the end of 2023, instead of making traditional gifts to our business clients, Carey Olsen (BVI) L.P. opted to make donations to five remarkable local charities chosen by our staff from … Continued