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U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Acting Governor Tregenza A. Roach, Esq. hosted today’s weekly press briefing. He thanked Agriculture Commissioner Louis E. Petersen, the Virgin Islands Agriculture and Food Fair Board, the University of the Virgin Islands, and partner entities for producing the 54th Virgin Islands Agriculture and Food Fair under the theme “Agriculture and Technology: An Ideal Mix […]

US VIRGIN ISLANDS — Acting Governor Tregenza A. Roach, Esq. has ordered that all Virgin Islands flags be flown at half-staff at Government House and on all public buildings from Thursday, February 19, 2026, to sunset on Thursday, February 26, 2026, in honor and remembrance of The Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr., prominent civil rights leader,

I am pleased to offer this message during this sacred time as we observe Ramadan in the U.S. Virgin Islands and all across the Muslim world. As a Territory, we are blessed to have the freedom to celebrate diverse religious beliefs, and I pause to reflect on the significance of this observance which is a

Appointment strengthens on-island coordination and day-to-day responsiveness for residents  U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. today announced the appointment of Colette Monroe as Water Island Administrator, selecting a longtime Water Island resident, community advocate, and seasoned public servant who has helped shape policy and problem solving in the Office of the Governor across three administrations.  Water Island

Bill updates Virgin Islands firearm laws in response to recent Supreme Court guidance and issues raised in a recent U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit, while protecting constitutional rights and preserving common sense public safety safeguards U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. today took major steps toward advancing public safety in the Territory while

ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. on Monday provided a wide-ranging update during a briefing from Government House, announcing major progress in the territory’s financial accountability, outlining next steps in cannabis regulation, addressing recent public reporting related to Jeffrey Epstein, and calling for urgent action to improve roadway safety.  Governor Bryan announced

US VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has issued a series of proclamations recognizing February 2026 as a month dedicated to reflection, education, health, workforce development, and community awareness in the United States Virgin Islands. The month of February is recognized nationally as National Black History Month, and Governor Bryan has proclaimed February 2026

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. issued the following statement today in response to news of arrests in an alleged Medicaid fraud scheme involving individuals connected to the Virgin Islands Department of Human Services and members of the medical community and recipients of the program.  “The arrests announced today involving an alleged Medicaid

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— Governor Albert Bryan Jr. today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), establishing a formal framework for strategic cooperation between Ghana and the U.S. Virgin Islands in tourism development, cultural exchange, trade facilitation, and investment promotion, grounded in shared heritage and mutual economic interests. The agreement was signed

Governor Highlights Economic Turnaround, Historic Recovery Execution, and Bold 2026 Agenda for Healthcare, Schools, Energy, Housing, and Public Safety  U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. on Monday night delivered his eighth and final State of the Territory Address, outlining what he described as a seven-year shift from instability to sustained progress, while announcing major 2026