AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDemocratic Primary Results: Delegate Stacey E. Plaskett and running mate Milton E. Potter won the USVI Democratic governor primary, taking 4,493 votes and a 1,439-vote edge over Tregenza A. Roach; turnout hit 47.75% with 9,991 ballots cast. Local Governance & Elections: USVI election officials Carlene Herbert and Kenrico Wheatley Jr. were invited to observe the Aug. 1 Democratic Primary, with VI observers shadowing operations but not handling ballots or audits. Community & Faith: Restore America’s Paradise will hold a free public prayer gathering at Point Udall on Aug. 8, “Pray Over the U.S. Virgin Islands,” aiming to unite residents across backgrounds. Tourism & Travel: Fly the Whale launches daily San Juan–St. Thomas service starting Aug. 3, cutting the trip to about 35 minutes. Cruise Infrastructure: WICO says St. Thomas dredging is planned to start Sept. 2026 to improve channel depth for larger ships. Lifestyle & Environment: Reports warn sargassum is becoming self-sustaining, smothering Caribbean and Gulf coastlines and affecting marine life and visitors. Sports (Paradise Jam): Tennessee Tech and South Florida women’s teams are set to compete in the 2026 Paradise Jam in St. Thomas during Thanksgiving week. Hospitality: Preferred Hotels & Resorts added 10 luxury properties worldwide, including The Botany in St. Thomas.
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