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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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Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, lawmakers vote in favor of directing the Public Services Commission to file a complaint with the FCC about Liberty VI. The Department of Public Works indicates many of the ongoing bridge projects on St. Croix are expected to be completed by summer. Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. travels to Barbados and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Listen to these stories and more.
Monday Mar 25, 2024
Monday Mar 25, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, several schools on St. Croix went into lockdown today. Irvin Mason, Director School Safety and Disaster Planning, shares the cause. Police arrest a second man in connection to a 2022 homicide on the island of St. Croix. Senator Dwayne DeGraff voices his opposition to the proposed VITRAN fare increase. The Coast Guard continues oversight efforts regarding the diesel spill at the Randolph Harley Power Plant on St. Thomas. Listen to these stories and more.
Friday Mar 22, 2024
Friday Mar 22, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, Avon Benjamin, St. Thomas/St. John District Math Coordinator, announces the winners of the 2024 territorial MATHCOUNTS Competition. The Board of Directors for the Virgin Islands Port Authority vote to reduce the operations fee for Fly the Whale. Lawmakers give favorable nods to Governor Albert Bryan’s nominees for the Virgin Islands Supreme Court, the Department of Human Services and the Fire and Emergency Medical Services. The Economic Development Authority will host a series of townhalls for the VI Slice Program. Listen to these stories and more.
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, in recognition of World Down Syndrome Day, we speak with local media personality, Jamila Russell, whose youngest child is diagnosed with Down Syndrome. The St. Croix Educational Complex High School went into lockdown today after reports of a potential threat on campus. During a recent Legislative Finance Committee meeting, VI Taxicab Commission Executive Director, Vernice Gumbs, received intense criticism from lawmakers. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, Coastal Zone Management hears concerns from residents who live near the Hibiscus Beach Hotel regarding permits to complete the hotel’s build out. Lawmakers unanimously vote to support a measure seeking to establish a chronic disease registry for the territory. A man extradited from California arrives on St. Croix to face murder charges for the 2021 homicide of Kevin Jerome. Listen to these stories and more.
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, we speak with Crucian jockey Julio “Maganja” Felix who marks a career milestone at Turfway Park in Kentucky, amassing 3,500 victories. Senator Marvin Blyden discusses the recent tour of eight St. Thomas housing communities and the maintenance issues plaguing them. Director of the Virgin Islands Energy Office, Kyle Fleming, discusses the solar projects underway on St. Croix, and how they will benefit the residents of all three islands. And Joseph Greaux Jr., an 8th grader from Eulalie Rivera pre-k through 8 school wins the 51st annual territorial spelling bee. Listen to these stories and more.
Monday Mar 18, 2024
Monday Mar 18, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, police are investigating the death of a nine-year-girl on St. Thomas. The Department of Sports Park and Recreation confirms horse racing on St. Thomas during the Carnival season with a purse prize of $115,000. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. names Deputy Attorney General Ian Clement as the acting Attorney General. Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs Assistant Commissioner, Horace Graham, responds to questions regarding a letter sent by Senator Marvin Blyden. Listen to these stories and more.
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Friday Mar 15, 2024
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, the Department of Sports, Parks and Recreation held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new ADA-compliant Cramer’s Park pavilions. Police are asking for the community's assistance in locating a missing St. Thomas man. A St. Croix woman is wanted in connection to a case of identity theft. The Virgin Islands Port Authority has plans to partially open the new Parking and Transportation Center at the Cyril King Airport on St. Thomas. Listen to these stories and more.