🌱 A Cultural Norm Guide To The USVI, A Multi-Car Accident + More

It's a beautiful morning in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Grab your coffee - or a cold-brewed tea - and let's get through the news!

First, today's weather:

Clouds and sun with a shower. High: 85 Low: 77.

Here are the top stories today in US Virgin Islands:

1. An 83-year-old St. Thomas man was arrested and charged with unlawful sexual contact, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department. The Daily News has the full story. (Virgin Islands Daily News)
2. The Tropical Treasure Hunt Co. has an unusual origin story. Hint: it's very romantical. Check out this local business spotlight and don't miss their grand opening party tonight! (US Virgin Islands Patch)
3. Princess Cruises' news ship, Enchanted Princess, will be greeted with a small welcome ceremony on Saturday when it makes its inaugural call to the U.S. Virgin Islands. The ship holds up to 3,660 passengers and 1,346 crew and the company claims to have a 100% vaccination policy. (St. Croix Source)
4. "Greetings, Niceties and Cover-Ups." That's the first in what looks to be a series of articles in News of St. John explaining USVI cultural norms and expectations. (News of St. John)

Today in US Virgin Islands:

• Free Covid & HIV Testing (8:00 a.m.)
• Science Saturday Underwater! Live with Seagrasses (10:00 a.m.)
• Dog Walk Against DV (3:30 p.m.)
• Tropical Treasure Hunt's Grand Opening Party (5:00 p.m.)

Social chatter:

• Reports of a multi-car accident at the intersection by Cost U Less. (Facebook)
• Friends of Virgin Islands National Park: "Today’s the day! Bidding for the Villas For The Park Auction is now open! Are you ready to bid on a fabulous vacation stay and give back to our beautiful park at the same time?" (Facebook)
• U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Public Works: "The Virgin Islands Department of Public Works is hiring! Apply online at www.dpw.vi.gov..." (Facebook)

• Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands: "Today kicks off #CommunityFNDWeek across the U.S. Today through November 18, Community Foundation Week recognizes the work of community foundations across the country. What is a community foundation? A community foundation can be defined..." (Facebook)

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— Ashleigh Baldwin

About me: I'm the Patch Community News Editor for the U.S. Virgin Islands. I'm here to provide news you can use. Do you have a news tip, question or feedback? Please contact me at ashleigh.baldwin@patch.com.