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The WTJX News Feed is your local NPR News keeping you informed about the latest developments throughout the community. From local stories that impact your daily life to events shaping the Region, we’ve got you covered. Join us every weekday at 5pm for comprehensive news and exclusive interviews. Whether you’re at home, on your commute, or at work, ”The WTJX News Feed” keeps you connected to the stories that matter most.
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Friday Oct 18, 2024
Friday Oct 18, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio News Feed, Our Town Frederiksted prepares to host its inaugural, Rhythms at Sunset event. We speak with Executive Director Aimee Griles-Cariño. Supervisor of Elections Caroline Fawkes has filed a lawsuit to disqualify the nomination petition of Delegate to Congress candidate Ida Smith. A 28-year-old man has been arrested on charges of domestic violence. Listen to these stories and more.
Thursday Oct 17, 2024
Thursday Oct 17, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, the West Indian Company Limited announced they will not be renewing CEO Anthony Ottley's contract. We speak with Jason Charles, chairman of WICO's board, about what the decision means for the future of the company. And the legislature approves the extension of the territory's power-related state of emergency, as Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority CEO Karl Knight testifies that the Authority remains in a fiscal crisis. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, Board of Elections member Harriet Mercer reacts to being ordered to apologize for her actions during early voting at the St. Thomas Elections System office. Health officials call for residents to take precautionary measures as dengue cases increase throughout the territory. VITEMA encourages residents to participate in The Great ShakeOut tomorrow, the world’s largest earthquake drill. Listen to these stories and more.
Tuesday Oct 15, 2024
Tuesday Oct 15, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, Board of Elections member Harriet Mercer explains her actions to allow a poll watcher to observe early voting at the St. Thomas Elections System office. WAPA is seeking legislative changes to address back billing challenges. Senator Milton Potter responds to comments made by GERS board member Andre Dorsey. Listen to these stories and more.
Friday Oct 11, 2024
Friday Oct 11, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, lawmakers advance a measure sponsored by Senator Diane Capehart to consider a new Beer, Wine, and Spirits Festival in the territory. The Department of Human Services has announced an increase in SNAP benefits for residents. WAPA has reached a settlement agreement to resolve their ongoing billing dispute with solar energy provider, BMR Energy. Listen to these stories and more.
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed, efforts to bring more renewable energy to the territory see progress as lawmakers approve leases for a wind power company. Agriculture Commissioner Louis E. Petersen, Jr., gives an update on the partial re-opening of the St. Croix abattoir. And two men are arrested for separate incidents of domestic violence. Dr. Clema Lewis, executive director of the Women’s Coalition of St. Croix, speaks about how to leave abusive situations. Listen to these stories and more.
Tuesday Oct 08, 2024
Tuesday Oct 08, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, Dr. Clema Lewis from the Women’s Coalition of St. Croix speaks on the series of events being held this month in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. A shooting incident on St. Thomas claims the life of one man. FEMA commits $3.2 billion towards utility, road paving and education projects in the territory. Listen to these stories and more.
Monday Oct 07, 2024
Monday Oct 07, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, the Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority says the malfunctioning pump at the LBJ Pump Station has been repaired, meanwhile sewer repairs in the Anna's Retreat area on St. Thomas is ongoing. The Virgin Islands Diabetes Center of Excellence advocates for increased funding. Six candidates have been certified as “write-in candidates” for the 2024 general election. Listen to these stories and more.