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Businessman calls for clearer focus on VI emancipation celebrations
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Businessman and former political candidate Troy E. Christopher is urging territory officials to separate music-festival-style events from the core Emancipation celebrations, arguing that the current blend makes it harder to communicate a clear, educational message during a period that should serve as a teaching tool for cultural and historical awareness.
Beres or Popcaan? Who pulled the largest crowd?
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 2026 Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival has concluded; however, conversations and debates, including about which international entertainer drew the largest crowd to Lavida Cottoy Festiville continue.
BVI Tribe wins Best Adult Troupe again!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The results for the August Monday Parade held on August 3, 2026, as part of the Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival are out, and BVI Tribe has won back-to-back titles for Best Adult Troupe.
Raul R. Sprauve aka 'Jougo' wins 2026 Road March crown with 'Street Parade'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Local musician and entrepreneur Raul R. Sprauve, aka ‘Jougo’, has won the 2026 Road March crown, following up on his title won in 2025.
Thousands gathered for Popcaan-headlined Glow Night
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A massive crowd gathered at the Lavida Cottoy Festiville in Road Town on Friday, August 7, 2026, for Glow Night headlined by Jamaican superstar Popcaan.
Carrot Bay Cultural Fiesta to continue with 'increased police presence'
CARROT BAY, Tortola, VI- The 2026 Carrot Bay Cultural Fiesta, which is being held as part of the 72nd Virgin Islands Emancipation Celebrations, will continue despite the shooting incident that injured at least two people yesterday, August 6, 2026.
‘Every step, every challenge, every moment led here’- Asha A.S. Hyndman
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Miss BVI 2026 Asha A.S. Hyndman is expressing gratefulness after earning the prestigious and coveted title.
Filipino community Joins 72nd Emancipation Festival Parade in VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Filipino community proudly joined thousands of revelers in the 72nd Emancipation Festival Parade in the Virgin Islands, celebrating freedom, heritage, unity, and cultural diversity. With the Philippine flag held high and smiles on their faces, participants represented the Philippines with pride as they took part in one of the territory’s most vibrant cultural events.
'Our duty is to ensure the road ahead remains strong'- Hon Hodge-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — The Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture, Honourable Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4), has urged the people of the Virgin Islands to take collective responsibility for building a safe, secure, and empowering society for future generations.
Hundreds flock Tuesday's Rise & Shine in Road Town
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- For the first time ever, Rise and Shine, another staple of the Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival, was held on a Tuesday. It was a huge success.
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