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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CONDEMNS BRUTAL ATTACK ON YOUNG MAN

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

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October 28, 2026 202-808-6129

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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CONDEMNS BRUTAL ATTACK ON YOUNG MAN

U.S. Virgin Islands — Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett released the following statement in response to a video circulating on social media that shows a young man being beaten, apparently because of his sexual orientation:

“I was very upset by the video of a young man being beaten by several individuals, seemingly for no reason other than who he is.

“All of our children matter. Every one of them is part of our community, and every one of them deserves to grow up safe, free to be exactly who they are. An attack on one of our young people because of who they are is an attack on all of us and on the values of respect and family that define us as Virgin Islanders.

“I am asking on the Virgin Islands Police Department to investigate this attack as a hate crime under the territory’s Hate-Motivated Crimes Act and to work with federal partners as needed to ensure those responsible are held fully accountable. I urge anyone with information to come forward to law enforcement. The violence and anti-social behavior among our young people has to be addressed. As a community we need to also reflect on the continued taping and circulation of violent, negative videos; it doesn’t reflect positively on our values as a people.

“To this young man and his family: you are not alone. Our community stands with you, and we are praying for your healing.”

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ANGELINE MUCKLE-JABBAR TO JOIN PRIVATE SECTOR FOLLOWING TENURE AS CHIEF OF STAFF TO CONGRESSWOMAN STACEY E. PLASKETT

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

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October 22, 2026 202-808-6129

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ANGELINE MUCKLE-JABBAR TO JOIN PRIVATE SECTOR FOLLOWING TENURE AS CHIEF OF STAFF TO CONGRESSWOMAN STACEY E. PLASKETT

U.S. Virgin Islands— After years of dedicated service on Capitol Hill, Angeline M. Jabbar will depart the Office of Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett to join a leading Washington, D.C. law and government relations firm.

Angeline most recently served as Chief of Staff to Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett, representing the U.S. Virgin Islands in the U.S. House of Representatives. As Chief of Staff, Angeline provided strategic leadership and oversight of the Congresswoman's Washington, D.C. and district offices and worked closely with congressional leadership, Members of Congress, federal agencies, community leaders, private-sector organizations, and other stakeholders on legislative and policy priorities affecting the U.S. Virgin Islands and the nation.

During her tenure in the Office of Congresswoman Plaskett, Angeline served as Legislative Director, advancing the Congresswoman's legislative agenda and strengthening relationships across Capitol Hill and throughout the federal government. Her responsibilities included legislative strategy, staff management, congressional operations, and stakeholder engagement. She has been instrumental in mentoring numerous interns in the office.

Angeline also served as Congresswoman Plaskett’s liaison to the Congressional Black Caucus, Congressional Caribbean Caucus, and Congressional Caucus on Black Innovation, including work associated with their legislative and policy programming. She has been actively involved in developing relationships among national, Caribbean, and international stakeholders.

Prior to joining Congresswoman Plaskett's office, Angeline built a career spanning federal legislative affairs, government relations, public policy, and local government. Her professional experience includes working with former Congresswoman Donna M. Christensen; in the Office of D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser; as Judicial Clerk to former Virgin Islands Superior Court Judge Edgar Ross; and at the U.S. Department of Labor.

Throughout her career, Ms. Jabbar has worked on a broad range of legislative and policy matters, including economic development, housing, healthcare, education, energy, technology, agriculture, government operations, and issues affecting communities in the Caribbean and the U.S. Virgin Islands. That experience has given her a comprehensive understanding of the legislative process and the relationships necessary to advance complex policy priorities in Washington. Angeline is a graduate of Howard University and Georgetown University Law Center.

“Angeline has been an invaluable member of our team and a trusted adviser throughout her tenure in my office,” said Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett. “Her leadership, institutional knowledge, commitment to public service, and ability to bring people together have made a lasting contribution to our work on behalf of the people of the Virgin Islands. I am excited to see her take this next step in her career and know that she will continue to make an impact in Washington, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and many other locations.”

“I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to have served Congresswoman Plaskett and the people of my home, the U.S. Virgin Islands,” said Angeline. “Serving as Chief of Staff has been one of the most meaningful experiences of my professional career. I am proud of the work our team accomplished and of the relationships built.”

Angeline added, “I am excited to begin this next chapter of my career. My years in government have given me a firsthand understanding of how legislative and public policy decisions are developed and implemented. I look forward to bringing that experience to the firm and working with its clients and team to navigate the increasingly complex federal policy and government relations environment.”

In her new role, Angeline will advise clients on federal legislative and policy matters, government relations, and strategic engagement.

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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELEBRATES DESIGNATION OF CHARLOTTE AMALIE AS AN AMERICAN WORLD WAR II HERITAGE CITY

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

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October 21, 2026 202-808-6129

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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELEBRATES DESIGNATION OF CHARLOTTE AMALIE AS AN AMERICAN WORLD WAR II HERITAGE CITY

U.S. Virgin Islands — Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (D-VI) issued the following statement after the National Park Service designated Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, as an American World War II Heritage City on October 16, 2026. The designation recognizes the contributions of the people of the U.S. Virgin Islands to the nation’s World War II effort and the community’s work to preserve that history. Congresswoman Plaskett supported the nomination in an April 2026 letter to the National Park Service.

“I commend the Virgin Islands State Historic Preservation Office, the St. Thomas Historical Trust, our veterans’ organizations, and every community member who has worked to document, protect, and teach this history. Their efforts ensure that the sacrifices of that generation of Virgin Islanders remain part of who we are,” said Congresswoman Plaskett.

“This designation recognizes the service of Virgin Islanders during World War II, and it is long overdue,” said Congresswoman Plaskett. “I was proud to submit a letter to the National Park Service in support of Charlotte Amalie’s nomination. St. Thomas was a critical line of defense for the Caribbean and the Atlantic, protecting the shipping routes that sustained the Allied war effort. Virgin Islanders enlisted in the armed forces and built and staffed the installations that protected our waters. At home, residents observed rationing and blackout orders and manned air-raid posts. They did all of this while serving a country in which they lacked full representation. That record of service has never been forgotten in the Virgin Islands, and today the nation formally recognizes it.

“I thank the National Park Service for acknowledging Charlotte Amalie’s place in the American story. This honor belongs to our veterans, their families, every Virgin Islander who answered the call, and the community that has preserved this history,” Congresswoman Plaskett continued.

The Virgin Islands’ strategic importance to United States national security predates the war. In 1917, the United States purchased the Danish West Indies from Denmark to deny Germany a foothold in the Caribbean. By the time the United States entered World War II, Charlotte Amalie’s harbor had become a key hub for refueling, repairs, and logistical support. The U.S. Navy established a submarine base at Little Krum Bay, while Bourne Field and the seaplane base at Lindbergh Bay supported air patrols that tracked German submarine activity. A naval hospital, a communications center at Fort Christian, Marine Corps barracks, and coastal defenses on Water Island and Hassel Island completed an integrated military installation that helped protect vital supply routes through the Caribbean and to the Panama Canal.

Charlotte Amalie continues to honor its World War II heritage through historic preservation initiatives, memorials, educational programs, and commemorative events. The Virgin Islands State Historic Preservation Office documents and protects wartime military sites, including the former submarine base and historic harbor facilities. The Virgin Islands Veterans Memorial in Roosevelt Park and Veterans Drive along the waterfront honor those who served, and annual Veterans Day, Memorial Day, and Transfer Day commemorations keep this history alive.

The American World War II Heritage City program, administered by the National Park Service, was created in 2019 by the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act. The law allows the Secretary of the Interior to bestow this honorary designation on only one city or local jurisdiction in each state and territory.

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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELERATES VIRGIN ISLANDS-PUERTO RICO FRIENDSHIP DAY

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

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October 12, 2026 202-808-6129

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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELERATES VIRGIN ISLANDS-PUERTO RICO FRIENDSHIP DAY

U.S. Virgin Islands—Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett joins our local community in celebrating Virgin Islands–Puerto Rico Friendship Weekend, culminating today on Virgin Islands–Puerto Rico Friendship Day. The holiday honors the deep and enduring bonds of family, culture, and shared history between the people of the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. Today is also Indigenous Peoples’ Day, a recognition of the first peoples of the Caribbean and the Americas, whose presence and legacy remain woven into the identity of our islands.

“The Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico are bound by far more than the waters between us,” said Congresswoman Plaskett. “From enslaved Africans who escaped the Danish West Indies to find freedom in Puerto Rico, to Puerto Ricans who came to our islands in the early 1900s to cut cane and seek opportunity, to the families who live, work, and worship across our shores today, we share a common thread of resilience, culture, food, faith, and kinship. On this Friendship Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we are reminded that as people of color, telling our own stories is essential. When we tell them with truth and pride, we preserve our history, strengthen our unity, and ensure our children know who they are.”

In observance of Virgin Islands–Puerto Rico Friendship Day, all of Congresswoman Plaskett’s offices in Washington, D.C., St. Croix, and St. Thomas are closed today, Monday, October 12, 2026. The offices will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. Should you need assistance during those days when the offices are closed, please call 340-778-5900 on St. Croix or 340-774-4408 on St. Thomas, leave a message and someone will respond in short order.

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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT MOURNS THE PASSING OF CALYPSO LEGEND - THE MIGHTY SPARROW

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

For Immediate Release Contact: Tionee Scotland
September 28, 2026 202-808-6129

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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT MOURNS THE PASSING OF CALYPSO LEGEND - THE MIGHTY SPARROW

U.S. Virgin Islands— Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (D-VI) issued the following statement on the passing of Slinger Francisco, internationally renowned calypsonian also known as, "The Mighty Sparrow":

"It is with deep sadness that I join the people of the Virgin Islands and the entire Caribbean family in mourning the passing of Slinger Francisco, the Mighty Sparrow. For more than six decades, he gave voice to the joys, struggles, humor, and truths of Caribbean life.

“Sparrow was known as the 'Calypso King of the World. He was a master storyteller and social commentator who used his wit and his music to hold a mirror up to society, and he carried our region's culture to stages around the globe. Generations of Virgin Islanders have danced to his music at Carnival, at family gatherings, in our local communities and far into the Caribbean diaspora. His songs are woven into the fabric of our shared Caribbean identity.

"We are profoundly grateful that Sparrow chose to share his extraordinary artistry and gift with the world. He inspired countless calypsonians and artists who followed him, and his legacy will live on through the beauty of our Calypso and Soca music.

"On behalf of the people of the U.S. Virgin Islands, I extend my heartfelt condolences to his wife, his children, grandchildren, loved ones, the people throughout our Caribbean region and the diaspora, and to all who loved him. May he rest in eternal peace."

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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELEBRATES HOUSE PASSAGE OF LEGISLATION TO HONOR VIRGIN ISLANDS MUSIC LEGEND PETER G. THURLAND SR.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

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September 14, 2026 202-808-6129

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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELEBRATES HOUSE PASSAGE OF LEGISLATION TO HONOR VIRGIN ISLANDS MUSIC LEGEND PETER G. THURLAND SR.

Washington, D.C. — The U.S. House of Representatives today passed H.R. 8121, legislation introduced by Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (D-VI) to designate the Christiansted Bandstand in Christiansted, St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, as the “Peter G. Thurland, Sr., Bandstand.”

“I am pleased that the House has passed H.R. 8121 to designate the Christiansted Bandstand as the Peter G. Thurland, Sr., Bandstand,” said Congresswoman Plaskett. “The Christiansted Bandstand is one of the most significant cultural landmarks in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Peter Thurland helped build it, served his country with distinction, and dedicated decades of his life to the cultural life of St. Croix. I thank Chairman Westerman (R-AK), Ranking Member Huffman (D-CA), and the Members and staff of the House Committee on Natural Resources for their expeditious consideration of this bill, and I thank my House colleagues on both sides of the aisle for their support.”

The Christiansted Bandstand has served for over a century as a gathering place for residents and visitors and as the center of St. Croix’s musical and civic life. Peter Gregory Thurland, Sr., was born on February 19, 1892, in Christiansted, St. Croix, and performed with the Christiansted Industrial Brass Band at the March 31, 1917, ceremony that marked the transfer of the Virgin Islands to the United States. He went on to enlist in the U.S. Navy, where he was instrumental in the physical construction and design of the Bandstand and performed there with the Christiansted Naval Band until his honorable discharge in 1921. In 1938, Mr. Thurland founded the St. Croix Community Band, leading free monthly concerts at the Bandstand for three decades and training generations of young musicians until 1968.

This legislation was first introduced by Congressman Ron de Lugo in the 103rd Congress. Congresswoman Plaskett is proud to carry it forward in the 119th Congress on behalf of the Thurland family, who have long advocated for this recognition. This bill now moves to the U.S. Senate for consideration, and if passed, it will proceed to the President's desk to be signed into law.

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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT ANNOUNCES DISTRICT OFFICE CLOSURES FOR CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS FOUNDATION ANNUAL LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

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September 11, 2026 202-808-6129

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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT ANNOUNCES DISTRICT OFFICE CLOSURES FOR CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS FOUNDATION ANNUAL LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE

U.S. Virgin Islands — The St. Croix and St. Thomas district offices of Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett will be closed from Tuesday, September 15, through Monday, September 21, 2026, as the Congresswoman and staff participate in the 55th Annual Legislative Conference (ALC55) of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation in Washington, D.C. Both district offices will reopen on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.

"Each year, the Annual Legislative Conference brings together Black leaders, advocates, and policymakers from across this country and the diaspora to confront the issues that shape our communities—economic opportunity, health care, education, and the full and equal participation of every American in our democracy.

"I thank the people of the Virgin Islands for their patience during this week, and my team and I look forward to being back at full service in the district on Monday, September 21."

The Washington, D.C. office will remain open during this period. For assistance while the district offices are closed, please call 202-225-1790 (Washington, D.C.). Messages left at 340-778-5900 (St. Croix) and 340-774-4408 (St. Thomas) will be returned when the offices reopen on Monday, September 21, 2026.

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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT SENDS PRAYERS TO PRIME MINISTER TERRANCE DREW OF ST. KITTS AND NEVIS

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

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September 3, 2026 202-808-6129

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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT SENDS PRAYERS TO PRIME MINISTER TERRANCE DREW OF ST. KITTS AND NEVIS

U.S. Virgin Islands — Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (D-VI) today issued the following statement regarding the health of Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance M. Drew:

"My thoughts and prayers are with Prime Minister Terrance Drew, his family, and the people of St. Kitts and Nevis as he receives care. Dr. Drew has given himself to his people twice over — first as a physician and now as the leader of his nation — and I am praying for his full and swift recovery.

"At moments like this, titles and offices fall away and what remains is a family hoping for good news. I join all who are keeping Prime Minister Drew in their prayers and wish him strength, healing, and a speedy return to the work he loves."

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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT STATEMENT ON HOUSE PASSAGE OF TWO-YEAR EXTENSION OF HAITI HOPE HELP AND AGOA TRADE PREFERENCE PROGRAMS

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

For Immediate Release Contact: Tionee Scotland

September 1, 2026 202-808-6129

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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT STATEMENT ON HOUSE PASSAGE OF TWO-YEAR EXTENSION OF HAITI HOPE/HELP AND AGOA TRADE PREFERENCE PROGRAMS

Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (D-VI) released the following statement on the passage of H.R. 6500, The Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027, with bipartisan support. This bill includes a two-year extension of the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE Act) and the Haiti Economic Lift Program Act (HELP Act), as well as the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). Both programs, which are set to expire at the end of 2026, would be extended through December 31, 2028. The legislation, which was passed by the U.S. Senate on August 8, 2026, now proceeds to the President's desk to be signed into law:

"This is the certainty that Haitian workers, families, and their partners in American industry have been waiting for. After these programs lapsed last fall and were restored for fifteen months, we have finally given them a runway. Today's vote gives Haiti's apparel sector and its American partners two more years of certainty to plan and invest.

"I am proud to have worked alongside my colleagues on the Ways and Means Committee in the drafting of the reauthorization of HOPE/HELP, in particular Ranking Member Neal, Chairman Smith, Ranking Member Sanchez, and Dr. Murphy. This vital program sustains manufacturing jobs in Haiti and secures a reliable, nearby supply chain for American apparel companies.

“Haiti continues to face compounding humanitarian, political, and economic crises. The security emergency has displaced over 1.4 million Haitians and left half the country's population experiencing life-threatening hunger. The apparel sector remains the foundation of Haiti's economy and its most reliable source of formal employment, making uninterrupted duty-free access to the U.S. market essential to any path toward stability.

"Haiti is our strategic ally, and U.S. support for its apparel sector is mutually beneficial. Haitian apparel manufacturing utilizes U.S. cotton and plays an essential role in shifting supply chains out of China and into the Western Hemisphere.

"The same is true of AGOA. For twenty-six years, AGOA has been the foundation of America's economic partnership with sub-Saharan Africa, providing duty-free access to more than 1,800 products and building commercial relationships that support American exporters, American consumers, and our national security interests. Extending these programs before they lapsed protects existing trade relationships as well as the American and African businesses that depend on them.

"I will continue to emphasize the importance of U.S. trade engagement with both Haiti and our AGOA partners in sub-Saharan Africa. This extension gives American manufacturers and investors the predictability they need — certainty that these trade preferences will remain in place, supply chains will stay stable, and sourcing decisions can be made with confidence.”

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USDA APPROVES DISASTER DESIGNATION FOR U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS DUE TO DROUGHT

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT

For Immediate Release Contact: Tionee Scotland

August 20, 2026 202-808-6129

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USDA APPROVES DISASTER DESIGNATION FOR U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS DUE TO DROUGHT

U.S. Virgin Islands – Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (D-VI) today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) designated St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John as primary natural disaster areas due to ongoing drought conditions across the Territory. Farm operators on all three islands are now eligible to apply for emergency loan assistance through the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA), following the designation issued on August 20, 2026, by Deputy Under Secretary Brooke S. Appleton on behalf of USDA.

The designation — number 2026N00002336 — covers the entire Territory due to severe drought conditions recorded by the U.S. Drought Monitor. In 2019, as a result of Congresswoman Plaskett’s advocacy with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Drought Monitor expanded to include the U.S. Virgin Islands. In addition to providing a general summary of current drought conditions, the U.S. Drought Monitor can trigger eligibility for permanent drought disaster relief programs. Until the drought monitor was extended to the Virgin Islands under Congresswoman Plaskett, farmers and others would be unable to receive drought support.

“Our farmers have carried the weight of this drought for months, and this designation is a critical first step toward getting them the relief they need,” said Congresswoman Plaskett. “Agriculture is a vital part of our Territory’s food security and our economy. I will continue fighting to make sure Virgin Islands farmers have every federal resource available to recover and rebuild. My office has been, and will continue to be, in close contact with the Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture and USDA to support our agriculture community.”

Congresswoman Plaskett added, “I extend my appreciation to the Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture Commissioner, Dr. Louis Petersen, as well as Governor Bryan and his Administration for their advocacy on behalf of our agricultural community. This disaster designation, which unlocks federal relief for our local farmers and ranchers, reflects their commitment to the Virgin Islands.”

Farm operators in the designated areas may be considered for FSA emergency loans, provided eligibility requirements are met. Farmers have eight months from the date of the Secretarial disaster declaration to apply. Each application is considered individually by FSA, based on the extent of production losses and the applicant’s security and repayment ability.

Virgin Islands farmers seeking assistance are encouraged to contact the local USDA Farm Service Agency office:

USDA Farm Service Agency – U.S. Virgin Islands

Sion Farm Shopping Center

Phone: (340) 773-9146, ext. 100

For more information, you may also contact Congresswoman Plaskett’s offices on St. Croix at 340-778-5900 or St. Thomas at 340-774-4408.

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St. Thomas Academy Day

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 22:00:00 GMT

St. Thomas Academy Day
March 17, 2020
Earl B. Ottley Hall

St. Croix Academy Day

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 22:00:00 GMT

St. Croix Academy Day
March 17, 2020
UVI Great Hall

2020 Congressional Art Competition

Mon, 04 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Each spring, the Congressional Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition to recognize and encourage artistic talent in the nation and in each congressional district. Since the Artistic Discovery competition began in 1982, more than 650,000 high school students have participated.

Students submit entries to their representative’s office, and panels of district artists select the winning entries. Winners are recognized both in their district and at an annual awards ceremony in Washington, DC. The winning artworks are displayed for one year at the U.S. Capitol.

For more information, please contact our District Offices at 340.774.4408 or 340.778.5900. Artwork submission Deadline: May 4, 2020

USVI Department of Tourism Division of Festivals

Sat, 04 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

The USVI Department of Tourism Division of Festivals recently announced the dates for Carnival Virgin Islands (St. Thomas) from April 4, 2020 through May 3, 2020.

March 7, 2020 - Carnival Kickoff
April 12, 2020 - Prince and Princess Show
April 18, 2020 - Queen Selection Show
April 24, 2020 - Village Opens
April 25, 2020 - Calypso Finals
April 26, 2020 - Motor Sports Sunday Boat Race
April 29, 2020 - Food Fair
April 30, 2020 - J'ouvert/Wet Fete
May 1, 2020 - Children's Parade
May 2, 2020 - Adults' Parade
May 3, 2020 - Fireworks

*More dates to be added to the event schedule*

49th Annual Agriculture & Food Fair

Sat, 15 Feb 2020 14:00:00 GMT

The 49th Annual Agriculture & Food Fair of the US Virgin Islands (AGRIFEST 2020) will be held on St. Croix, USVI from February 15, 2020 through February 17, 2020, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Filled with many activities for the entire family, AGRIFEST captures fair goers and non-fair goers alike repeatedly. You cannot afford to miss this year's fair. Come see what it is all about.

Field Hearing on VOTING RIGHTS AND ELECTIONS ADMINISTRATION

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 14:00:00 GMT

The Subcommittee on Elections will be holding a field hearing on Voting Rights and Election Administration at 10:00am on September 4th at the Great Hall on UVI's Albert A. Sheen Campus.

Veterans Office on Your Corner

Sun, 21 Jul 2019 19:00:00 GMT

Designed to make receiving assistance on federal issues easier, Office On Your Corner brings our office to local neighborhoods.

Bring all relevant paperwork that will be needed to open a case.

USDA-NRCS Announces 2020 Sign up for Environmental Quality Incentives Program

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) is a voluntary conservation program that provides financial and technical assistance to farmers and ranchers to help them install and implement conservation practices on eligible agricultural land.

EQIP applications are accepted year-round, however, NRCS sets application “cut-off” or submission deadlines to evaluate, rank and approve eligible applications. The following are the cut-off dates for fiscal year 2020:

EQIP Period 1 cut-off date: September 20, 2019
EQIP FY 2020 Evaluation and Ranking deadline: January 24, 2020
EQIP FY 2020 Obligation deadline: June 12, 2020

Shifting the Wellness Paradigm

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 12:00:00 GMT

Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett will be speaking at the Shifting the Wellness Paradigm event, a conversation on medical cannabis as health and wellness alternative.

Art Competition: Artwork Submission Due

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 20:00:00 GMT

We have started our official count down to the submission of artwork for the 2019 Congressional Art Competition.

St. Croix participants, please drop off Artwork to the Office of Congresswoman Plaskett on 60 King Street, Frederiksted

St. Thomas/St. John participants, please drop off Artwork to the Virgin Islands Council on the Arts (VICA), directly across from the Fort Christian Museum in the Francois Building

Contact Kyza Callwood for more information: kyza.callwood@mail.house.gov 340.514.9318