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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 Feb 13, 2025
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) program has launched a new prescription drug drop box across the USVI in hopes of combating the opioid crisis. With the USDOJ revival of the death penalty, the government filed a motion to stay proceedings in the pending federal capital case of alleged cop killer Richardson Dangleben Jr. A heated debate over rules marks the start of 6th Constitutional Convention. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, VIWMA and DPW partners to clean up illegal dumping at Hay Penny Beach and the former Elena L. Christian Junior High School. St. Croix Educational Complex Cheerleaders makes history with a second-place finish at the 2025 World High School Cheerleading Competition. The PSC once again denies VIWMA’s petition to reconsider the calculation of its annual assessment fees. Listen to these stories and more.
Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, UVI School of Agriculture collaborates with H. Lavity Stoutt Community College in the BVI to create a new degree program. A small craft advisory is in effect for the territory with the National Weather Service warning of possible life-threatening marine conditions across most local beaches. A report from turnaround management firm Ernst & Young details failures at WAPA and the need for operational fixes; Senate Vice President Kenneth L. Gittens reacts. Listen to these stories and more.
Monday Feb 10, 2025
Monday Feb 10, 2025
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, the Clinton E. Phipps racetrack on St. Thomas is closed until further notice; DSPR cites need for a full safety assessment following fatal horse injuries. VITEMA Director Daryl Jaschen provides insight into this weekend's Tsunami advisory in the territory. Commissioner Mario Brooks details leadership changes in the VIPD. Listen to these stories and more.
Friday Feb 07, 2025
Friday Feb 07, 2025
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, the Saturday Farmers Market held at the Rudolph E. Schulterbrandt Agriculture Complex, will be temporarily relocated to the LaReine Farmers Market for the month of February. A man on St. Croix is accusing VIPD of violating his civil rights following a wrongful arrest incident. Senators demand answers regarding a cost increase for the Arthur Richards School on St. Croix. Senator Carla Joseph calls for chaplains in schools to address student behavior. Listen to these stories and more.
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, Waste Management addresses sewage overflows on 1st Avenue, again. The government seeks to delay its civil forfeiture case against Davidson and Sasha Charlemagne, citing their upcoming criminal case. VIDE Commissioner, Dr. Dionne Wells-Hedrington condemns the robbery of critical kitchen equipment at the Eulalie Rivera K-8 school. Health officials warn of rising dengue cases on St. Croix. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed, VIPD is seeking help from the community in recovering the property stolen from the Eulalie Rivera K-8 school on St. Croix. A federal judge has denied a motion filed by Jenifer O’Neal, the former director of the Office of Management and Budget, which requested modifications to her pre-trial release conditions. The Small Business Administration says 2024 was a record-breaking year for lending, with 22 loans providing close to $10 million to entrepreneurs. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, following a meeting with Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett, Senate President Milton E. Potter has requested an urgent meeting with Governor Albert Bryan Jr. and his financial team to address concerns regarding the recent presidential executive orders that temporarily paused federal financial assistance activities. We speak with Lt. Governor Tregenza Roach, who pays tribute to tax assessor Ira Mills following his passing. The Government of the Virgin Islands partners with local car dealerships to boost electric vehicle adoption in the territory. Listen to these stories and more.