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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 May 09, 2024
Thursday May 09, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, we speak with Communications Director of the Water and Power Authority, Shanell Petersen, who explains the series of events that caused the most recent power outage on St. Thomas/St. John. The Office of the Tax Assessor plans to increase revenue collections by way of property auction. Theron and Timothy Thomas, the brother duo known as R. City, received honorary doctoral degrees during the University of the Virgin Islands 60th Commencement ceremony on St. Thomas. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday May 08, 2024
Wednesday May 08, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, 50 soldiers from the Virgin Islands National Guard 631st Engineering Detachment are deployed to Africa. The territory's expenses are cause for concern despite the anticipated increase in revenue, that’s according to Governor Albert Bryan Jr. We speak with Department of Tourism Commissioner Joseph Boschulte following Jet Blue’s announcement of services returning to St. Croix. Listen to these stories and more.
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Tuesday May 07, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, we speak with Sports, Parks and Recreation Commissioner, Calvert White, who celebrates the re-Birth Carnival Horse Races on St. Thomas. The estate of a man who died while in custody has filed a lawsuit against officials from the Bureau of Corrections. The University of the Virgin Islands launches its Job Readiness Summer Program for graduating high school seniors. Use the following link to apply: https://forms.gle/461gnFmhu2dfMBpo7. Listen to these stories and more.
Monday May 06, 2024
Monday May 06, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, St. Thomas/St. John District Police Chief Steven Phillip Sr. is crediting the community for keeping carnival safe. The Department of Health is spearheading a wellness fair that will offer residents access to free healthcare. The Republican Party of the Virgin Islands has elected John Yob as their new Chairman. Listen to these stories and more.
Thursday May 02, 2024
Thursday May 02, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, police are asking for the community’s help to locate 77-year-old Euranie M. Lambert of St. Thomas. We speak with Department of Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Louis Petersen who says corroded steam pipes are the cause for the St. Croix abattoir closure. The St. Croix Landmark Society has entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Office of Disaster Recovery in hopes of repairing the Estate Whim Museum. The National Organization of Black Elected Legislative women will host their 39th annual legislative conference in the Virgin Islands this year. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Wednesday May 01, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, The Department of Finance is cautioning residents of an anomaly when opening their tax return checks. Virgin Islanders attend this year’s Carnival Food Fair. Police Commissioner Ray Martinez speaks about the department’s push to enforce the loitering statute. Port Authority Executive Director Carlton Dowe discusses the impact of the P3 Partners redeveloping the territories airport terminals. Listen to these stories and more.
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, Trunk Bay beach on St. John is named the world's best beach. The Public Finance Authority eases bond requirements for smaller construction projects in the territory. A man on St. Thomas wanted for assault turns himself into authorities. Listen to these stories and more.
Monday Apr 29, 2024
Monday Apr 29, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, Lucas "John Gotti" Evans wins the St. Thomas 2024 Calypso Monarch competition. A violent weekend on St. Thomas claimed the life of a man and injured 5 others. The Virgin Islands Advisory Committee to the United States Commission on Civil Rights presents their findings on civil rights issues in the territory. A man who broke into a woman's home is now facing charges of sexual assault and home invasion. Listen to these stories and more.