AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoSt. John Celebration Dates: The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism announced the 2026 St. John Celebration runs June 14–July 4, with steel pan nights, J’ouvert, boat races, parades, and fireworks over Cruz Bay—framed as “History and Collaboration with a Musical Mix.” Local Business & Tourism: American Yacht Harbor in Red Hook, St. Thomas, asked the Economic Development Commission for an extension of tax benefits tied to major marina upgrades, but the request was paused pending more details on the extension length. Community & Sports Legacy: Arthur “Jimo” Jamison, longtime Charlotte Amalie High School athletic director and tackle football coach, died at 91, remembered for shaping generations of athletes and coaches. Food Security: SUN Bucks Summer EBT is set to begin in June across many states and territories, including the U.S. Virgin Islands, providing $120 per eligible child for summer groceries. Public Health Watch: A new report says U.S. dengue cases jumped 359% in 2024, with most infections linked to travel—Caribbean destinations including Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands showing up heavily. Culture: Jazz legend Sonny Rollins, the “Saxophone Colossus,” died at 95, leaving a legacy that included a calypso-rooted connection to St. Thomas.
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