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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 06, 2023
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, the Virgin Islands Department of Tourism issued a temporary work stoppage to its greeter staff in the height of tourist season. Protesters gather outside of the Legislature on St. Thomas, calling for the resignation of Governor Albert Bryan Jr., and several sitting senators. Senior Medicare Patrol Project Director, Jennifer Logie, shares the common Medicare fraud schemes affecting Virgin Islanders. The St. Croix Buccaneer Beach and Golf Resort and St. John's Honeymoon beach are both nominated in the USA TODAY 10 Best Reader’s Choice Awards. Vote Here. https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/travel/. Listen to these stories and more.
Monday Dec 04, 2023
Monday Dec 04, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, VIPD is investigating what they say appears to be a justifiable homicide which led to the death of 21-year-old Kjani Skeet. Terrell Alexandre, Deputy Supervisor of Elections, says candidates for the 6th Constitutional Convention will be on the November 2024 ballot. Cannabis Advisory Board Member, Positive Nelson, says that final rules have been implemented and distributed to the public, but clarifying language is still needed from the Legislature. Guidelines can be found here: https://ocr.vi.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/VICUA-Rules-PUBLIC.pdf Listen to these stories and more.
Friday Dec 01, 2023
Friday Dec 01, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, Senator Alma Francis Heyliger assails Governor Bryan's veto of several pieces of legislation she sponsored. Representatives from the Virgin Islands Housing Authority said that they are at the mercy of the St. Thomas and St. Croix administrators to remove abandoned vehicles from housing communities across the territory. We speak with the two Administrators. Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority Project Manager, Ron Phillips, tells us what to expect from Phase II of the project that is disrupting the roads in Christiansted town, noting that Phase I has yet to be completed. Listen to these stories and more.
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, we find out what impact the road projects in Christiansted town had on the recent Jump Up event. Governor Albert Bryan’s Cannabis Czar, Positive Nelson, says the Cannabis Advisory Board now has a quorum. We speak with Department of Public Works Commissioner, Derek Gabriel, on completed repairs to the Krum Bay Water Island Dock. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, a class-action suit filed against the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority and Seven Seas claims the entities failed to keep St. Croix water safe. We speak with Attorney Lee Rohn who filed the suit. A woman on St. Thomas was shot multiple times while sitting in her car. The Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority announces the return of its Made in the USVI Pop-Up Shop. VITEMA Director, Daryl Jaschen, talks about how data is now analyzed at the closure of the hurricane season. These stories and more.
Monday Nov 27, 2023
Monday Nov 27, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, Joseph Greaux, wanted for attempted murder, turns himself in. Police officers kill an active shooter in Market Square. Recent testing shows that elevated levels of lead and copper in the potable water distribution system may be unfounded. The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands adds a new location to their Little Free Library on St. Thomas. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, Virgin Islands Republican Chairman, Gordon Ackley, comments on recent discord in the party. The CDC recently reported a rise of flu cases in the region of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Lawmakers vote on legislation to extend the trade name renewal for business owners. Listen to these stories and more.
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, we speak with Port Authority Executive Director Carlton Dowe about the entity's engagement in public-private partnerships. During the Senate Committee on Education and Workforce Development, lawmakers received updates from representatives from the Department of Education. Senator Donna Frett-Gregory talks about the meeting she held with taxicab stakeholders. USVI Sports Ambassador, Michelle Smith, signs her National Letter of Intent (NLI) at Government House. Listen to these stories and more.