As of July 15, 2020, there are 11 states and territories under travel restrictions into the Virgin Islands: Arizona; Florida; Georgia; Idaho; Kansas; Mississippi; Nevada; Puerto Rico; South Carolina; Texas and Utah. Travelers from those states and territories and any other that shows a percent positive rate over 10% must present test results showing they […]
Chamber News
Chamber Scholarship Recipient to Graduate from HBC, Morehouse College
One of the first St Croix Chamber of Commerce scholarship recipients, Hector Acosta, recently transferred to the Historically Black College (HBC) at Morehouse College. We checked in with him to see how things were going with the transfer and class changes to virtual learning in relation to COVID-19. This year has been quite challenging with […]
Governor Bryan Orders Beaches Closed Early This Weekend, Bars to Stop Serving at 11 p.m. Until Further Notice
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — In an effort to mitigate the growing spread of the COVID-19 virus in the Territory, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has ordered all beaches to be closed at 4 p.m. for the Fourth of July holiday weekend, and all bars are ordered to stop serving, and alcohol sales Territory-wide are to end […]
2017 Chamber Scholarship Recipient inducted into Phi Kappa Alpha Honor Society
2017 St Croix Chamber of Commerce Scholarship recipient, Yudelka Acevedo, shared her accomplishments during her Junior year at San Jose State University with Education Chair, Diane Butler. Ms. Acevedo had an exciting year having been inducted into the Phi Kappa Alpha Honor Society and being awarded a spot on the AT&T ProAm Golf Tournament management […]
2020 Chamber Scholarship Award Winner: Trey K. Francis
The St Croix Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is proud to announce the awarding of the 2020 Scholarship to Trey K. Francis. He attended St Croix Central High School and graduated having been on the Principal’s Honor Roll through all four years of high school and was a member of the National Honor Society […]
United Way “In It To Win It” Summer Book Club
The United Way of the U.S. Virgin Islands introduces the “In It To Win It” Summer Book Club initiative as a Covid-19 response to support distanced learning. During these unprecedented times of early school closures and isolation, the program is designed to enhance literacy skills, bolster imagination, and creativity through reading. The power of reading and […]
Government Agencies Announce Changes to Operations in Response to COVID-19
As of June 19, 2020 U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — In an effort to continue to serve residents and mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, and in adherence to guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Virgin Islands Department of Health, several departments and agencies of the Government of […]
CFVI Notifies Public of Opportunity to Download Noggin App FREE for 180 Days
The learning app from Nick Jr. features educational games, full episodes, eBooks, and activities for preschool-aged children U.S. Virgin Islands, June 9, 2020 — Thanks to the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands’ participation in The Campaign for Grade-Level Reading, families in the Territory can download and enjoy the Nogginapp FREE for 180 days. A subscription […]
2019 Scholarship Recipient Reflects on Freshman Year
2019 St Croix Chamber of Commerce Scholarship recipient, Giovane Barnes, provided the Chamber Board with an update of his first year of college during these challenging times. Determination and commitment have earned him a spot on the Dean’s List for Spring 2020. Mr. Barnes is another shining example of the value of investing in the […]
CFVI Brings WE COUNT! A 2020 Census Counting Book to Families in the USVI
With the 2020 Census slated to resume USVI interview activities in early June, the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) is pleased to announce it is sponsoring the distribution of 5,500 copies of WE COUNT! A 2020 Census Counting Book to families throughout the Territory. The goal of the WE COUNT! Campaign is to […]
2018 Chamber Scholarship Recipient Checks In
2018 St Croix Chamber of Commerce Scholarship recipient, Sahimelique Roebuck, recently checked in with Education Chair, Diane Butler, to update the organization on her accomplishments. We were thrilled to hear from her and to learn how she is thriving and taking every opportunity to grow. Ms. Roebuck is a wonderful example of the value of […]
VI Office of Veterans Affairs Launches Agency Website
May 18, 2020 The Virgin Islands Office of Veterans Affairs is happy to announce the launching of their agency website. This will be the first of its kind in the modern-day history of the agency. Veterans will now be able to access most services of the agency virtually because of having this website. Being able […]
Congress Passes Fourth Bipartisan Coronavirus Package to Bolster Small Businesses, Farmers and Health Care Needs
“This Legislation Provides Small Business Funding, Supports Hospitals and Farmers, and Invests in Nationwide Testing,” stated Congresswoman Plaskett Washington, DC – Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett, Chairwoman of the Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research Subcommittee of the House Agriculture Committee, released the following statement today after the U.S. House of Representatives passed a $484 billion package to […]
St Croix Chamber of Commerce 2020 Scholarship
The annual St Croix Chamber of Commerce Scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors planning to major in Business Management, Administration, and/or related fields such as, but not limited to, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Information Technology. The Application Deadline is May 12, 2020 One four year scholarship will be awarded. The monetary amount of the […]
Updated Government Agencies Changes to Normal Operations in Response to COVID-19
As of April 24, 2020 Here are the current operating procedures for Government of the Virgin Islands departments and agencies modifying their operations include: Bureau of Corrections The Bureau of Corrections has suspended in-person visitations at all correctional facilities and all volunteer programs, work details, and furloughs until further notice. For more information, visit boc.vi.gov. Bureau […]
Safety in Paradise: FREE Online Services and Resources for COVID-19
The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) Safety In Paradise (SIP) Program is closely monitoring COVID-19 which is a global health care concern. Containing the virus at this point is especially critical to reduce the spread of the disease and its impact on businesses, workers, customers, and the general public. Employers must have a plan […]
Alone we can go fast. Together we can go far.
A letter received from Chamber Member & CEO / Founder of MUTINY Island Vodka, Todd ManleyApril 10, 2020 Good Morning, We wanted to write to personally thank the community for their support and their teamwork in our time of need. Especially also is a big thank you to the government agencies, and essential businesses that […]
Chamber Members Respond to COVID-19 with Action
While our community faces many challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic that has not only affected the Territory of the US Virgin Islands, but the entire globe, many of our St Croix Chamber Members have stepped up to the challenge through innovation and collaboration. While accommodations are closed to new bookings through at least April […]
Government Agencies Announce Changes To Normal Operations in Response to COVID-19
Updated April 7, 2020 In an effort to mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, and in adherence to guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, several departments and agencies of the Government of the Virgin Islands have implemented steps to minimize person-to-person contact at their offices. Departments and agencies modifying […]
Governor Bryan Sends Proposed Legislation Requesting Up to $60 Million to Fight COVID-19
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has proposed legislation requesting that the Virgin Islands Legislature approve the use of $60 million to supplement government operations in anticipation of a COVID-19 related economic downturn. The 33rd Legislature is scheduled to take Governor Bryan’s proposed legislation up during a legislative session on Friday, March 27, […]
