Culture
USVI hosted carnival concert for vaccinated patrons only
ST. Thomas, USVI - The Unites States Virgin Islands (USVI) hosted a one-of-a-kind, in-person carnival concert event in St Thomas, specifically for COVID-19 vaccinated patrons.
Late Prince Philip reportedly ‘embodied European bigotry & xenophobia’
LONDON, UK – The death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, on April 9, 2021, saw an outpouring of love and support to the Royal Family, not only for the tragic loss but in celebration of Philip’s charitable works and achievements over the years.
Existing curfew continues until April 8, 2021
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Virgin Islands will remain under a 3-hour curfew until April 8, 2021, according to the latest Curfew Order gazetted on March 26, 2021.
Reael 'Limping Jack' Frett- Culturist, Village Town Crier
Edgar Leonard
Reael “Limping Jack” Frett, culturist and town crier, and I were classmates at Major Bay Primary School (now Williard Wheatley) at Major Bay, East End, Tortola, VI (British). Since leaving Major Bay Primary School over 40 years ago, Limping Jack and I saw and have communicated with each other a handful of times.
VG's ‘Energy Way Up’ Fiesta draws decent support
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI – Several local artists from across the Virgin Islands (VI) made their way to Virgin Gorda (VG) for what has been dubbed a successful grand event at the VG Recreation Ground, organized by the singing sensation Joyce Searles aka Sista Joyce.
Three vying to become Miss Anegada Ultimate Teen Queen 2021
SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI – Three teen girls on the island of Anegada, are vying to take the crown of the Miss Anegada Ultimate Teen Queen 2021 pageant, when the competition gets going on Wednesday, December 30, 2020.
VI wins 1st place @ EVP C’bean Youth Dance-off competition
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Two young dancers in the Virgin Islands (VI) have scored big at the regional EVP Caribbean Youth Dance-off competition, taking the titles of the most promising duo and overall winners of the competition that saw performers from several regional countries.
Public education on constitutional rights needed- Dr Richard E. Georges
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - President of the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC), Dr Richard E. Georges says for the Virgin Islands (VI) to decide on the way forward as a territory, a comprehensive public education campaign is needed to sensitise the public on their constitutional rights and civic duty.
Culture Month Caroling Choir awakening Xmas spirit @ VI businesses
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A team of festive spirited employees of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture invoked the spirit of Christmas at a number of businesses in the territory's capital, Road Town, on Friday, November 20, 2020, caroling for patrons and staff.
Dr Richard E. Georges named VI’s first Poet Laureate
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Dr Richard E. Georges has made local history with his appointment as a Literary and Cultural Ambassador responsible for promoting the understanding of and appreciation for Virgin Islands (VI) history and cultural heritage through poetry.