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Anegada’s Fighting Back wins feature horse race of Spring Stakes on STT
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- The feature race of the Spring Stakes race card at Clinton E. Phipps Sr Racetrack was thrillingly won by Fighting Back of Anegada moments ago, March 8, 2026.
'We do not take sides in distant conflicts'- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Referring to the ongoing war in the Middle East, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has stated his position on the conflict.
VI first responders complete CARICOM Disaster Response Unit Training
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Fifteen first responders from the Caribbean, including sixteen police and fire officers from the Virgin Islands (VI), recently completed the CARICOM Disaster Response Unit Training in the Virgin Islands.
DOJ releases Epstein Files containing allegation Trump sexually assaulted minor girl
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The US Department of Justice released additional records related to Jeffrey E. Epstein on March 5, 2026, including previously withheld FBI interview summaries containing allegations by a woman who accused President Donald J. Trump of sexually assaulting her when she was between 13 and 15 years old. The documents were made public amid continued scrutiny of Epstein-related records and congressional pressure for broader disclosure.
Obesity one of the most serious public health challenges facing VI- Health Minister
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- "Obesity is one of the most serious public health challenges facing the Virgin Islands today. It is driving the increase in chronic non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and stroke." This is according to Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), who said these conditions are affecting families, placing strain on the healthcare system and impacting productivity and economic stability as a Territory.
‘Outstanding day of racing’ @ Clinton E. Phipps Sr Racetrack promised today
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- Spring Stakes at Clinton E. Phipps Sr Racetrack in St Thomas, US Virgin Islands (USVI) today, Sunday, March 8, 2026, marks the kickoff of the 2026 racing season, and the 10th racecard since the racetrack redevelopment.
'VI fully committed' to regional integration- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has refuted claims suggesting that the Virgin Islands’ (VI) decision not to sign the CARICOM Free Movement Agreement among CARICOM nationals indicates a lack of support or disrespect towards "our Caribbean brothers and sisters".
'Design for HLSCC dormitory to be completed by end of the year'- HLSCC President
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Dr Richard W. Georges, President of the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC), has welcomed the announcement from the Minister of Education regarding the securing of funding for the construction of a dormitory for the college.
USVI: Mistrial declared in kidnapping case after co-defendant's killing
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- The Superior Court of the Virgin Islands has declared a mistrial in the kidnapping case involving Troy A. Harrigan after the fatal shooting of co-defendant Desie Conrad Henry Jr. during the trial.
‘Cabinet doesn’t play a role’ in selecting BVIHSA CEO- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said the Cabinet is not responsible for choosing the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA).
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