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St Thomas Community News
Tuesday, April 1, 2026
Independent Local News
Vol. 1, Issue 1
Category: Government & Politics
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36th Legislature Enters Critical Budget Phase as FY 2026 Spending Plan Takes Shape
The 36th Legislature of the United States Virgin Islands has launched its fiscal year 2026 budget cycle, with a series of committee hearings and mark-up…
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Legislature’s Rules Committee Advances Slate of Nominees: What It Means for USVI
The Committee on Rules and Judiciary of the U.S. Virgin Islands Legislature moved forward a substantial group of nominees and legislative items this month, setting…
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VIPD Logs Rising Arrests Across Territory as Staffing Questions Persist
The Virgin Islands Police Department has recorded dozens of arrests in recent months spanning assault, robbery, firearms violations and sexual crimes, raising fresh questions about…
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WAPA Water Rates Stable; Authority Expands Public Access to Financial Data
The Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority is maintaining current water rates while expanding transparency efforts that allow St. Thomas and U.S. Virgin Islands residents…
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USVI Opens 90-Day Tax Amnesty Window for Storm-Battered Residents and Businesses
Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. has signed legislation establishing a 90-day tax amnesty period designed to help Virgin Islands residents and business owners still grappling with…
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Governor Vetoes Sections of Racetrack Bill, Citing Judicial Independence Concerns
“`html Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has approved funding to complete the Randall “Doc” James Racetrack while simultaneously rejecting two provisions of the legislation, raising questions…
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Senate Panel Advances Appointments: What’s Next for USVI Governance
The Legislature’s Rules and Judiciary Committee moved forward with a slate of nominee approvals and legislative actions on April 23, signaling the 36th Legislature’s continued…
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U.S. Virgin Islands Legislature Enters Critical Budget Phase for Fiscal 2026
The 36th Legislature of the United States Virgin Islands is moving through the fiscal year 2026 budget cycle, setting in motion a process that will…
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Rules and Judiciary Committee Advances Key Nominations and Legislation Affecting St. Thomas
The 36th Legislature’s Committee on Rules and Judiciary moved forward numerous nominations, acts, and resolutions during a recent meeting, decisions that could reshape leadership across…
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Health Dept. to Boost Suicide Prevention Efforts in USVI
The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Health is expanding its suicide prevention and mental health support programs this May, with a territory-wide initiative designed to…