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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.
Annual closed season for sea turtles in effect
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Virgin Islanders are urged to refrain from hunting or rearing sea turtles during the annual closed season, which began this April.
12 young swimmers to compete @ VISF Long Course Championships
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Twelve young swimmers from the BVI Barracudas Swim Club will compete this weekend at the Virgin Islands Swimming Federation (VISF) Long Course Championships in St Croix at the Dolphins Pool.
Opposition vows to support government in matters relating to CoI reforms
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Opposition Members in the Virgin Islands (VI) House of Assembly (HoA) have vowed to support the government over what was referred to as a ‘perfect storm’ over several issues in the VI, including matters related to the implementation of the recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) report.
Late legislator Carvin Malone to lie in state from Feb 1, 2024
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The official funeral of former legislator Mr Carvin Malone will be held on Friday, February 2, 2023, at the Multi-purpose Sports Complex.
BVI Tourist Board to manage VI Festival & Fairs Committee
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands has approved the transfer of the functions of the VI Festival and Fairs Committee (VIF&FC) to the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB).
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