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Premier Wheatley attends 2026 BVI Full Moon Party in PR
CAROLINA, San Juan, Puerto Rico- The Virgin Islands’ (VI) Puerto Rico outreach began with the BVI Full Moon Party at VIVO Beach Club in Carolina, Puerto Rico.
Chief Inspector Adrianne Grant-Davis awarded Leader of the Future
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Chief Inspector Adrianne Grant-Davis of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) received the Leader of the Future Award 2026 at the British Overseas Territories Women in Policing Awards.
Should constitutional offices have fixed-term appointments?- HoA report
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- There are several constitutional offices in the Virgin Islands. Positions such as Attorney General, Director of Public Prosecutions, the Complaints Commissioner, Auditor General and Register of Interests, to name a few.
UK Director of OTs engages with wider VI community ahead of constitutional negotiations
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Mr Robbie Bulloch, Director for Overseas Territories at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), concluded his visit to the Virgin Islands on April 30, 2026.
UPDATE: Tortola horse Laser Sharp ends in the $$ in feature clash of Carnival Races
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- Although not winning the Governor’s Cup at the Carnival Races at Clinton E. Phipps Sr Racetrack on St Thomas on May 1, 2026, Tortola horse Laser Sharp of Top Priority Racing Stables did the Virgin Islands (VI) proud for putting in a solid effort against the speed demon and eventual race winner, Pure Speight, of St Croix.
VI athletes shine @ collegiate level in US
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, USA- Athletes from the Virgin Islands have been putting in excellent performances at the collegiate level in the United States.
Southland Gaming will rebuild St Croix racetrack- Gov Bryan
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr announced on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, that Southland Gaming will take responsibility for redeveloping the Randall “Doc” James Racetrack on St Croix under an agreement he said is backed by $25 million in private investment, includes up to a $12 million performance bond, and is structured to restart racing while avoiding additional public spending.
VI Premier congratulates Antigua PM Gaston A. Browne on his reelection
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- On behalf of the Government of The Virgin Islands, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has extended “heartfelt congratulations” to Antigua and Barbuda’s Prime Minister, the Honourable Gaston A. Browne, on his reelection.
Vibrant colours & energy @ 74th St Thomas Carnival Jouvert
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- The 74th St Thomas Carnival was in full swing, showcasing vibrant colours, infectious music, and an energetic atmosphere as thousands of masqueraders took to the streets.
Premier urges reflection of contributions made by VI seniors
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– The Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has urged the Virgin Islands (VI) community to reflect on the invaluable contributions seniors have made to national development.

























