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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.
Episodes
Monday Jun 24, 2024
Monday Jun 24, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed:
[02:23] Senate Majority leader, Kenneth Gittens, issues a call for the VI Supreme Court to make a decision on the case regarding the restructuring of the board for the Water and Power Authority.
[06:45] Bureau of Internal Revenue Director, Joel Lee, clarifies bounce checks reportedly tied to collections by the Bureau.
[09:07] We speak with Sean Tutein, one of the organizers of the Pate Festival, who celebrates the second successful year.
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Friday Jun 21, 2024
Friday Jun 21, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed:
[00:48] Department of Finance Commissioner, Kevin McCurdy, has been named as chair of the Virgin Islands Lottery Commission.
[06:49] The St. John Historic Preservation Commission hears plans by the Department of Health as they seek to move forward in the prudent replacement of the Morris de Castro Clinic on St. John.
[14:29] The Department of Education fears a shortage of teachers.
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Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed:
[00:46] Davidson and Sasha Charlemagne plead not guilty during their arraignment hearing in District Court today.
[02:23] A shooting on St. Croix has left two men dead, and one critically injured.
[06:50] Free tuition at the University of the Virgin Islands is now available for part-time and online students.
[17:31] FEMA and VITEMA are partnering for a Citizen Emergency Response Training course.
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Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed:
[00:52] Governor Albert Bryan Jr. names Kimika Woods as acting director for the Office of Management and Budget.
[11:14] The Department of Education reports more than half of the teachers in the public school system are not certified.
[14:21] The Bureau of Corrections celebrates the graduation of 19 inmates.
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Monday Jun 17, 2024
Monday Jun 17, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed:
[00:56] Governor Albert Bryan Jr. calls for the resignation of Police Commissioner Ray Martinez and OMB Director Jenifer O’Neal amid news of a federal investigation associated with both agency heads.
[07:07] The Magens Bay Authority shares that they will crack down on the excessive rule-breaking by taxi operators following complaints.
[11:50] A man on St. Thomas has been arrested after being found in possession of an illegal firearm.
[18:18] Future Job Skills of Tomorrow is hosting a pre-apprenticeship program on golf course maintenance for high school students.
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Friday Jun 14, 2024
Friday Jun 14, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed:
[01:07] Director of Maintenance for the Department of Education, Davidson Charlamagne and his wife along with former Chief Operating Officer of the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority, Darin Richardson, has been arrested in relation to a $4 million federal fraud scheme.
[05:55] We speak with Attorney Russell Pate who has filed a lawsuit on behalf of St. Croix residents alleging mental anguish after they allege beachfront property owners blocked their access to a public beach.
[09:31] Lawmakers fail to move Legislation sponsored by Senator Marise James that would allow government employees to seek public office without taking a leave of absence for the entirety of the election period.
Thursday Jun 13, 2024
Thursday Jun 13, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed:
[00:54] We speak with Government House Communications Director, Richard Motta, in response to the Water and Power Authority owing BMR Energy nearly $4 million.
[05:21] Following a statement issued by Liberty VI in reference to recent service interruptions, Public Service Commission Executive Director, Sandra Setorie, says there is still an open docket to receive customer complaints.
[17:56] A St. Thomas woman has been arrested on charges of child abuse and reckless endangerment. These stories and more.
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed:
[00:49] Members of the Public Service Commission learn that solar energy provider, BMR, is owed almost $4 million from the VI Water and Power Authority.
[11:43] Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announces that resurfacing of the Ethel McIntosh Memorial Drive, formally known as Mahogany Road, has been placed out for bid.
[13:22] The Division of Coastal Zone Management is gearing up for their first ever Coral Reef Week.
[17:00] A woman wanted on charges of burglary on St. Croix is arrested while attempting to leave St. Thomas.
These stories and more.