The Virgin Islands Heritage Committee is hosting the Annual Gospel Fest this Sunday, July 28, at the Festival Grounds from 7:00 p.m. Member of the VI Heritage Committee, Pastor Jovan Cline, sat down with 284 Media to speak on the upcoming event. Pastor Cline spoke on the amazing lineup of artists expected to take the … Continued
Despite delays in setting up the festival grounds, the 70th Emancipation Village is set to run as scheduled, beginning this Saturday with the return of the Calypso Competition, according to BVI Tourist Board Director Clive McCoy. The late start to preparations is believed to be partly due to a recent venue change that was later … Continued
Two leading Virgin Islands fungi bands will perform at this week’s edition of Carrot Bay Cultural Thursdays in what is being billed as a “clash of the fungi bands”. Leon and the Hotshots of Virgin Gorda and the Razor Blades of Sea Cows Bay will be the featured entertainment. Both bands are well known throughout … Continued
This article was written by Student Reporter Recado Palmer, 17, of the Elmore Stoutt High School. Seven beautiful contestants are vying for the crown of Miss British Virgin Islands 2024, each promoting their platform and sharing their reasons for joining the pageant in a recent interview with 284 Media. Recado Palmer has the story.
Summer Sizzle BVI has become the Caribbean’s premiere fashion and lifestyle destination experience held in the British Virgin Islands. The 14-year anniversary event is scheduled for July 25 – 28, 2024 creating an epic mix of Fashion, Art, Music, Beauty & Culture. Celebrities, VIP Guests, top international and local models, kid models, fashion designers, beauty … Continued
The Caribbean Posh Weekend 2024 concluded with resounding success, solidifying its reputation as the ultimate gathering for Caribbean and Caribbean American women. From June 28-30, 2024, Harbor 360 Yacht Haven Grande in St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands, hosted a transformative experience filled with empowerment, celebration, and inspiration. The highlight of this year’s event was … Continued
A decision to host the 70th Emancipation celebrations at the new location behind the R. T. O’Neal Admin Complex has been recalled. This was confirmed by an official at the BVI Tourist Board. An official announcement from the agency is expected to be released today. The decision was said to have been made late last … Continued
In a significant achievement for both personal and cultural representation, Virgin Islands native Kyra James Douglas has published an article in Teen Vogue, coinciding with the celebration of Virgin Islands Day 2024. The piece, focusing on Gucci mariner jewellery and its importance as a Virgin Islands heirloom, is part of a special package honouring Caribbean … Continued
The very first VI Icon awards was held at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Virgin Islands Day yesterday Monday July 1st, 2024. The well attended red carpet event had a festive black-tie dress code. The event was aimed at celebrating outstanding achievements across 26 categories in the Virgin Islands, bringing together notable figures and community … Continued
The Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre, a beacon of special education in the British Virgin Islands, celebrated its annual pageant at the Valerie O. Thomas Community Center in Sea Cows Bay on Saturday, June 29. This year’s pageant crowned Jequan Wintz and Raneah Salmon as the 2024 Mr. and Miss Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre, … Continued
