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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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Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, during Tuesday's Legislative Session, lawmakers voted on several bills aimed at addressing water quality concerns facing some residents on St. Croix. Port Authority Executive Director Carlton Dowe speaks about Sky High Dominicana's expansion to St. Croix. An amendment offered during the recent Legislative Session could jeopardize the St. John Land Swap between the VI Government and the National Park. Senators vote in favor of renaming the Northshore road on St. John, the Almondo "Rocky" Liburd Drive. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
On this evening's WTJX NewsFeed, yesterday, Attorney Henry Smock filed a motion to seal the verified petition for the divorce of Governor Albert Bryan, Jr. and First Lady Yolanda Bryan. The Department of Health held a ribbon-cutting ceremony today for the newly constructed WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) building on the island of St. Thomas. Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett speaks on her efforts to reintroduce the Expediting Disaster Recovery Act. Listen to these stories and more.
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, the University of the Virgin Islands held a groundbreaking ceremony for their School of Nursing building on St. Croix. Delegate to Congress, Stacey Plaskett, speaks about the potential for a government shut down. U.S. Magistrate Judge, Ruth Miller, is retiring. We spoke with her about what retirement may look like. The Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority announced their Clean Water Action Initiative. Listen to these stories and more.
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Monday Nov 13, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, Territorial Epidemiologist, Dr. Ester Ellis, provides an update regarding the Department of Health Pediatric Lead Level Testing Initiative. During a hearing for the Committee on Budget, Appropriations and Finance, the Department of Public Works revealed they will seek additional funding outside of the requested $5.1 million for the Paul E. Joseph stadium project. The Elmo Plaskett East Little League held elections last week Thursday. Registration is open for Little League on St. Croix https://form.jotform.com/232937970394065. Listen to these stories and more.
Friday Nov 10, 2023
Friday Nov 10, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, Senators vote to subpoena VIPD Commissioner, Ray Martinez, due to the lack of the department's attendance at yesterday’s Committee on Homeland Security, Justice, and Public Safety meeting. Division of Personnel Director Cindy Richardson provides the results of the GESC Health Insurance Board elections held on November 7. Following the Office of Management and Budget's Internet for All Workshop, public comment has opened on a draft proposal as to how the territory will spend $27.1 million in grant funds, aimed at expanding high-speed broadband internet access. The first two volumes of the initial proposal are now open for comment on OMB’s website at omb.vi.gov. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, St. Croix small business owners and residents gathered on Monday for a meeting at Government House to express growing frustrations over current road conditions in the town of Christiansted. A man was gunned down on the island of St. Thomas over the weekend. Members of the Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance voted to approve a measure aimed at funding the distribution of bottled water to residents on St. Croix. Click "listen" for these stories and more.
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, Virgin Islands Olympic silver medalist, Peter Holmberg, was inducted into the National Sailing Hall of Fame over the weekend. The Department of Health kicked off its second annual Health Disparities Leadership Conference. The Hebrew Congregation of St. Thomas installs its first female Rabbi, Julia Margolis. Listen to these stories and more.
Monday Nov 06, 2023
Monday Nov 06, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, members of the Virgin Islands Palestinian community joined in protest across the country calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. The Committee of the Whole received testimony regarding the ongoing water crisis affecting residents on the island of St. Croix. The Department of Health says they have plans to ramp up lead testing. The groundbreaking for the Charlotte Kimelman Cancer Institute on the island of St. Thomas was held over the weekend. Click "listen" for these stories and more.