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Cocaine Trafficking Ring Busted + The Return of Drag Racing
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Good Morning. Let's start this Sunday with everything you need to know going on today in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
First, today's weather: A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 86 Low: 77.
Here are the top stories today in US Virgin Islands:
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- Federal agents arrested five men connected to a cocaine trafficking operation out of Havensight Mall, according to U.S. Attorney Gretchen Shappert. The men were charged with conspiracy to distribute more than five kilograms of cocaine. (Virgin Islands Daily News)
- Historic Preservation Committee members had a lot to say about the latest plans to upgrade the Loredon L. Boynes Sr. ferry dock in Cruz Bay. (St. Croix Source)
- Find out more about the three-story house fire in Frenchtown on Friday. Fortunately, all inhabitants are reported safe and accounted for. (V.I. Consortium)
- Start your engines. The Caribbean Drag Racing Association (CDRA) just received $337,750from the U.S. Virgin Islands government to help pay for fixing and remodeling the St. Croix Motor Sports Complex’s drag racing track.(Virgin Island Daily News)
Today's Events:
- The Great Pumpkin Carving at Sapphire (10:30 a.m.)
- Yaadie's Table-A Jamaican Culinary Experience (6:30 p.m.)
On The Social Side:
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- Virgin Islands Department of Health: "Special Event Approval is Required for All Events, Including Halloween Events U.S. Virgin Islands, October 15, 2021 – Any entity planning to conduct an event for Halloween must submit a Special Event Request Form..." (Facebook)
- Virgin Islands Department of Health: "As of 10/16/21, here is the latest VIDOH information on COVID-19 cases, demographics, and testing numbers. " (Facebook)
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Enjoy the rest of your Sunday and see you on the bright-side of Monday morning.
— Ashleigh Baldwin
About me: Hi there, I'm the Patch Community News Editor for the U.S. Virgin Islands. I'm here to provide news you can use. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming US Virgin Islands Daily? Email me at ashleigh.baldwin@patch.com.