WTJX NEWSFEED

Thursday, March 19, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Pearl B. Larsen PreK-8 School was closed today after an electrical issue disrupted power to the campus. Despite earlier opposition from DPNR, senators approved a scaled-back rezoning plan for Beeston Hill, allowing housing development while eliminating the commercial use that raised concerns. DLCA has introduced stricter documentation requirements for fuel price increases to ensure transparency and prevent unjustified hikes. Lawmakers have moved to subpoena officials and contractors tied to the Paul E. Joseph Stadium project ahead of a rescheduled April 20 oversight hearing. Listen to these stories and more.

Pictured: The Pearl B. Larsen PreK-8 School
Photo Credit: WTJX/Jamar Hewlett

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: DLCA issued a reminder to fuel retailers across the territory that they must get government approval before raising fuel prices by submitting a formal request including the proposed increase, the date of fuel delivery, and supporting documentation such as invoices showing higher costs. Senate Vice President Kenneth Gittens plans to introduce legislation next month that would require property owners to maintain trees and brush along the roads adjacent to their land. And we speak with Dior Parsons, the President of Society 340, who coordinated an effort that provided some St. John residents with grocery store gift cards to assist with food replacement after the island was without power for over 48 hours. Listen to these stories and more.

Photo credit: WTJX/Jose Bultes

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: The Department of Planning and Natural Resources opposes a request to rezone nearly 16 acres in Beeston Hill for a 24-unit housing development during a Legislature Committee of the Whole hearing, noting it conflicts with the Comprehensive Land and Water Use Plan and urges the usage of existing residential development tools instead. Power was restored to St. John around midnight following a weekend outage that WAPA says was caused by deliberate vandalism to critical infrastructure. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has ordered fuel conservation measures across government agencies in anticipation of potential economic impacts tied to global energy instability stemming from the war in Iran. Listen to these stories and more.

Pictured: Territorial Planner Leia LaPlace-Matthew

Photo Credit: Legislature of the Virgin Islands Facebook Page

Monday, March 16, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Lime Out St. Thomas in Lindbergh Bay has been named one of TIME Magazine’s top travel destinations, bringing international attention to the Virgin Islands’ popular floating taco and cocktail spot. WAPA officials point to suspected deliberate damage to a transmission line as the reason for a power outage that left St. John without electricity over the weekend. Federal prosecutors have filed additional sentencing arguments against former VIHFA executive Darin Richardson ahead of his March 26 sentencing. Police on St. Croix are asking for the public’s help locating 13-year-old Sophia Guandolo aka Bamboo, who was last seen March 12 in Estate Mountain. Listen to these stories and more.

Pictured: Lime Out St. Thomas in Lindbergh Bay

Photo Credit: Bryson Gamble

Friday, March 13, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: We speak with our contributing reporter Isabelle Teare, who was in the courtroom for today’s hearing where Magistrate Judge Julie Smith-Todman tightened pretrial release restrictions on St. Thomas restaurateur Brett “Mac” McClafferty by barring him and his businesses from posting about the facts of his criminal case on social media, while still allowing him to declare his innocence and campaign for Senate. Lieutenant Governor Tregenza Roach is reminding Virgin Islands homeowners that the deadline to apply for or renew Homestead property tax credits for the 2026 tax year is March 25. The University of the Virgin Islands is inviting the community to its 34th Annual Afternoon on the Green on St. Thomas. Listen to these stories and more.

Pictured: Brett “Mac” McClafferty raises his hand while exiting Magistrate Court on St. Thomas after Judge Julie Smith-Todman  tightened his pretrial release restrictions related to posting on social media.

Photo Credit: WTJX/Isabelle Teare

Thursday, March 12, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: CAHS senior and Girl Scout Ka’Nylah Scatliffe served as honorary Governor for the Day at Government House, joining Governor Albert Bryan Jr. for activities highlighting youth leadership during Girl Scout Week and Women’s History Month. Senators held legislation that would grant greater autonomy to the Virgin Islands Lottery. Prosecutors are asking the Superior Court to order St. Thomas restaurant owner Brett “Mac” McClafferty to show cause why he should not face sanctions for allegedly violating pretrial release conditions by posting about his criminal case on social media. Listen to these stories and more.

Pictured: Ka’Nylah Scatliffe served as Honorary Governor for the Day at Government House

Photo Credit: Government House of the USVI

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: DPNR is asking for the public’s help in locating a handcrafted statue honoring one of the Virgin Islands’ historic Fireburn Queens that was stolen from the Fort Frederik Museum. Sexual assault charges against St. Thomas entertainer Jefferson “Big Daddy Jeff” or “BDJ” Faustin have been dismissed once again, this time days before the case was set to go to trial. The Election System of the Virgin Islands is hosting training sessions for individuals considering a run for office, explaining the nomination process and requirements ahead of the 2026 election cycle. Listen to these stories and more.

 

Pictured: Two of the three handcrafted mahogany Fire Burn Queen statues commissioned for Fort Frederik in honor of the 150th Anniversary of Emancipation.

 

Photo Credit: Department of Planning and Natural Resources 

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: VIWMA implemented new hours at the Mon Bijou bin site on St. Croix from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with the gate locked after hours to prevent illegal dumping. VIHFA is inviting residents to register for a March 18 webinar explaining how first-time homebuyers can access funding for mortgage assistance through the agency’s homeownership programs. St. Thomas businessman Brett “Mac” McClafferty filed a civil lawsuit against Banco Popular, alleging the bank’s actions led to his arrest in a fraud investigation involving nearly nine hundred thousand dollars in disputed banking transactions. Listen to these stories and more.

 

Pictured: The Mon Bijou bin site on St. Croix will now operate from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Photo Credit: WTJX/Jamar Hewlett