Archive for the 'People' Category

It’s about Time!

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

Sen. Barshinger proposes legislation to bring a modern address system to the VI (As in, yes, I live at 123 Main St. - Instead of the current, make a left at the tambran’  tree).  My only question is, what took so long?
 http://stcroixsource.com/content/news/local-news/2010/02/24/modern-address-system-works-territory

Ouch! Whatever happened to conservation?

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

When Is Conservation of Park Lands Prudent, and When is the Spending Wasteful?
 Here is an excerpt of a recent conversation about the proposed National Park at Castle Nugent, St. Croix:
Republicans on the House Natural Resources parks subcommittee issued a statement Tuesday criticizing their Democratic House colleagues for supporting a proposal to create a Castle Nugent […]

Message from the Government of the USVI

Thursday, January 28th, 2010

Dear Friends and Fellow Virgin Islanders,
In response to the devastating earthquake and urgent humanitarian need in Haiti, the deJongh Administration has established a charitable fund and web site to facilitate the many requests from Virgin Islanders to donate to the Haiti relief efforts.
“Many Virgin Islanders have loved ones in Haiti, know someone that has lost […]

Tempo network announces star-studded artist lineup for Tempo turns 4

Saturday, December 26th, 2009

It’s “Lights, Camera, Action!” on November 14th  when top artists in reggae, dancehall, soca and salsa music perform at TEMPO Turns 4 on St. Croix, Virgin Islands. TEMPO Founder, Chairman, & CEO Frederick A. Morton, Jr. this week announced the list of talent to an enthusiastic crowd at the Randall “Doc” James Racetrack on St. […]

Classic Hip Hop: Fat Boys - Can You Feel It?

Thursday, December 10th, 2009

Do you guys remember this video?  It was shot in St. Croix!  Take a look…
 Maybe it’s the camera angle, but the Fat Boys don’t look so fat anymore.  Is it the HD?

Crucian Actress Cast on Reality Show - Hellbent for Hollywood

Sunday, August 30th, 2009

Local actress Carina Christmas, 27, was recently cast on a TV show
called Hellbent for Hollywood! It’s a television AND internet based reality
show for actors to showcase their talent.
Please visit this link to vote for Carina!

Substandard Professional Engineer (P.E) License Requirements in the U.S. Virgin Islands

Thursday, August 20th, 2009

How low are the standards for becoming a licensed Professional Engineer in the U.S Virgin Islands?
 
 ·       Any bona fide resident “Native Son” of the Virgin Islands who has the curriculum required and worked for two years does not need to prove their competency to safeguard the welfare of the public by passing the Fundamental of […]

Caribbean Cruises - What’s hot?

Tuesday, February 10th, 2009

 The Caribbean is such an established cruise destination that it still snags more cruise travelers than any other region in the world. It’s incredibly popular and is always a good choice for winter sun-seekers because—at least for North Americans—it’s relatively close. It can also offer bargain prices.
One of the growing challenges the Caribbean has faced […]

St. Croix Landmarks Society

Wednesday, December 10th, 2008

Have you seen this website?
 www.stcroixlandmarks.org
Check out their event calendar…

What’s New In The V.I.

Thursday, November 20th, 2008

Here are some updates on what’s been happening in the V.I. and abroad:

Looks like the next year will bring some challenges for the government as revenues will be down by $43 million and the tourist season looks a bit down too
Rock City may be releasing a new album soon…
VI beach bums are alive and well

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