The Virgin Islands Agriculture and Food Fair Planning Committee is now accepting applications from farmers who are interested in being considered for the 2018 Crop Farmer of the Year. The deadline for applications is May 4, 2018. “Despite the devastation of Hurricanes Irma and Maria, farmers have made significant strides in their recovery,” said Department

Acting Governor Osbert E. Potter vetoed legislation Tuesday that is in conflict with federal laws established to protect the voting rights of overseas military personnel. Potter vetoed Bill No. 32-0189, which changes timelines for the filing of nomination papers with the Board of Elections, as well as reprograms funding for the 2018 primary elections. The bill was approved by

A wide variety of new career opportunities within the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands are now available to the public. Job openings include positions in accounting, education, law enforcement and engineering. “Through the tireless and strategic efforts of Governor Kenneth Mapp and the assistance of our federal partners, we are pleased to be in a position to offer meaningful employment opportunities

U.S. Virgin Islands Governor Kenneth E. Mapp offered a message of condolence Tuesday evening on the passing of former First Lady Barbara Bush. “On behalf of the people of the Virgin Islands, I send my heartfelt condolences to the entire Bush family, as well as to our fellow Americans, as we mourn the loss of

Governor Kenneth E. Mapp will be traveling out of the Territory to Puerto Rico on Tuesday, April 17. In his absence, Lieutenant Governor Osbert E. Potter will serve as Acting Governor through Thursday, April 19.

Lieutenant Governor Osbert E. Potter notifies the public that pursuant to Act No. 8017, property taxpayers may pay their delinquent taxes with 100% waiver of all interest and penalties. The waiver only applies to tax years 2015 and prior, and is effective as of April 17, 2017. Amnesty payments will only be accepted in person