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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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Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, the Virgin Islands/Palestinian Friendship Association donates books to Florence Williams Public Library, aiming to promote cultural understanding. Two men on St. Croix were arrested after being found in possession of unlicensed firearms. Department of Public Work Commissioner, Derek Gabriel, responds to concerns voiced by residents of Williams Delight regarding road conditions. Listen to these stories and more.
Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, the St. Croix Animal Welfare Center details financial challenges and advocates for the adoption of longtime resident, Carmello. Over six thousand residents are slated to receive their long-awaited tax refunds. The Office of Cannabis Regulations details key aspects of the much-anticipated cannabis rollout. Lawmakers advance the governor’s nomination of Tamin O. Clarke to the Board of Trustees for GERS. Listen to these stories and more.
Monday Dec 16, 2024
Monday Dec 16, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, lawmakers approve a lease agreement extension for Coral World Ocean Park. Residents of Williams Delight demand action on their dilapidated roads. Two men wanted for murder on St. Croix turn themselves in to authorities, meanwhile 44-year-old Jahi Grant of St. Thomas remains at large. Listen to these stories and more.
Friday Dec 13, 2024
Friday Dec 13, 2024
On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed, General Buddhoe will be the new image on Virgin Islands driver’s license according to BMV Director Barbara McIntosh. Commissioner JP Oriol discusses plans for DPNR to provide five million dollars to the Waste Management Authority for the purchase of new equipment to address the issue of sewage leaking into the territory’s waters. WAPA CEO Karl Knight says the replacement of the Authority’s failing AMI system will take at least two years, and that in the interim they will be repairing broken meters and installing new meters in an effort to stop the Authority’s reliance on estimated billing. And the holiday season continues, with the St. Croix Christmas Boat Parade this weekend. Listen to these stories and more.
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, officials cut the ribbon on the multi-million dollar renovation of the Walter I.M. Hodge Pavilion on St. Croix. WAPA’s board unanimously approves a $1.5 million purchase for a new transformer for the Richmond Power Plant. A St. Croix man is sentenced to 15 years for production of child pornography and second-degree rape. Lawmakers advance a measure to regulate ghost guns in the territory. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday Dec 11, 2024
Wednesday Dec 11, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, a man caught at Mermaid’s Chair trafficking cocaine, pleads guilty in federal court. PSC commissioners voted to maintain the current LEAC despite their consultant's recommendation to decrease it. Residents are being invited to attend the Governor's Annual Children's Christmas parties. Listen to these stories and more.
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, Government House announced that the mill and pavement of the entire airport road on St. Croix will take place over the holiday season. The territory records its 41st homicide following a shooting at Hospital Ground in St. Thomas. VICA and EDA’s Enterprise Zone Commission prepare to reopen the "Made in USVI Pop Up" on St. Thomas. The VI Lottery is hosting a territory-wide holiday lights competition called “Deck the House.” Listen to these stories and more.
Monday Dec 09, 2024
Monday Dec 09, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, Ivan James has been sentenced to 35 years in prison on drug conspiracy and weapons charges. VIPD is asking for the community’s help to close open homicides in the territory. VIFEMS responded to a structural fire at two abandoned buildings on St. Croix. Listen to these stories and more.