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Real Estate St. Croix
St. Croix Real Estate Market Update: Early 2026 Trends and What Lies Ahead
St . Croix Real Estate Market Update: Early 2026 Trends and What Lies Ahead As we move to the end of the first quarter of 2026, the St. Croix real estate market continues to evolve. Compared to this time last year, the data shows a market that has softened slightly, but not stalled. Instead, what we are seeing is a shift. A shift where buyers are more cautious, sellers have less flexibility, and success depends more than ever on pricing, positioning, and understanding t
STX Real Estate Report: The Experts Speak
The 2025 St. Croix Real Estate market looks very promising for all sectors. Last year marked the first return to seasonal highs...
Spotlight: USVI Real Estate
The real estate market in the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) is currently experiencing explosive demand, attracting a mix of investors,...
LOCAL BUSINESS & TECH EVENTS
RTPark Community Impact Fund Earns Prestigious International Gold Award
RTPark Community Impact Fund Earns Prestigious International Gold Award for Innovative Financing. The CIF's VI LEAP Fund Recognized for Advancing Equitable Access to Capital and Strengthening Small Businesses Across the U.S. Virgin Islands ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — October 26, 2026 — The RTPark Community Impact Fund (CIF) has earned international recognition for its innovative approach to community financing and economic development, receiving the 2026 Gold Excell
Hundreds Attend Opening Day of Governor’s Workforce Development Summit on St. Croix
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 20, 2026 U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Hundreds of people attended the opening day of Governor Albert Bryan Jr.’s 2026 Workforce Development Summit Tuesday at Caribbean Cinemas on St. Croix, beginning a series of events focused on preparing Virgin Islanders for changing job demands and connecting education and training with employers’ needs. Under the theme “Upskilling and Educating for Today’s Challenges,” the summit brings together employers, educa
RTPark Community Impact Fund Announces Second Year of Crucian Christmas Festival Microloan Program
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CHRISTIANSTED, ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – October 19, 2026 ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — The RTPark Community Impact Fund (CIF) is pleased to announce the return of its Crucian Christmas Festival Microloan Program for a second consecutive year. Beginning October 19, 2026, eligible entrepreneurs and small businesses preparing for the upcoming Crucian Christmas Festival can apply for microloans ranging from $5,000 to $15,000.
Governor’s Digital Conference to Advance Vision for a More Modern, Connected Virgin Islands
Governor’s Digital Conference to Advance Vision for a More Modern, Connected Virgin Islands Three-day conference will focus on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, workforce development, data and improving the delivery of government services U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. will convene government leaders, technology partners and industry professionals October 7–9 for the Governor’s Digital Conference 2026, a three-day gathering focused on using techno
Governor Bryan Announces New Financial District Initiative for St. Croix
Governor Bryan Announces New Financial District Initiative for St. Croix “3rd Wall Street” initiative aims to position St. Croix as a regional hub for capital markets, financial services and investment U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announced plans for the development of the CASE Capital Markets–3rd Wall Street Financial District Hub and Alexander Hamilton Global Financial Centers, an initiative designed to establish St. Croix as a new center for capital
Navigating Financial Stress After Job Loss Medical Bills and Unexpected Expenses
A.J. Pike USVI - A financial shock can make life feel smaller overnight. One day the budget is tight but workable. The next, a layoff notice arrives, the car needs major repairs, or a medical bill lands in the mailbox with a balance that feels impossible. When money stress hits, it can affect more than a bank account. Sleep gets lighter. Patience gets shorter. Small choices feel heavy. It is easy to feel ashamed, even when the problem came from circumstances outside your cont
DPNR & DLCA NEWS
DPNR ANNOUNCES RENOVATIONS TO BOATING ACCESS DOCKS ON ST. CROIX
GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES ----------------- DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND NATURAL RESOURCES 4611 Tutu Park Mall 45 Mars Hill, Frederiksted Suite 300, 2nd Floor St. Croix, VI 00840 St. Thomas, VI 00802 (340) 773-1082 (340) 774-3320 dpnr.vi.gov Office of the Commissioner Thursday, October 29, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DPNR ANNOUNCES RENOVATIONS TO BOATING ACCESS DOCKS ON ST. CROIX Commissioner Jean-Pierre L. Oriol of the Department of P
DPNR DIVISION OF LIBRARIES, ARCHIVES AND MUSEUMS INVITES COMMUNITY TO JOIN STX ANIME CLUB
GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS --------0-------- DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND NATURAL RESOURCES Office of the Commissioner Thursday, October 22, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Commissioner Jean-Pierre L. Oriol of the Department of Planning and Natural Resources announces that the Division of Libraries, Archives and Museums, in partnership with Oné Carrington, will host the first meeting of the STX Anime Club on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 6
DPNR ANNOUNCES 2026 “I AM DAVID HAMILTON JACKSON” STUDENT ART FOR ACTIVISM CHALLENGE
Thursday, October 1, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DPNR ANNOUNCES 2026 “I AM DAVID HAMILTON JACKSON” STUDENT ART FOR ACTIVISM CHALLENGE Commissioner Jean-Pierre L. Oriol of the Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR) is pleased to announce the launch of the annual 2026 “I AM DAVID HAMILTON JACKSON” Challenge, hosted by the Division of Libraries, Archives, and Museums in collaboration with the Department of Education – Division of Virgin Islands Cultural Educat
DPNR ACQUIRES 293 ACRES AT GREAT POND TO PROTECT ST. CROIX’S SOUTH SHORE
GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES --------0-------- DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND NATURAL RESOURCES DPNR ACQUIRES 293 ACRES AT GREAT POND TO PROTECT ST. CROIX’S SOUTH SHORE Commissioner Jean-Pierre L. Oriol of the Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR) is pleased to announce the acquisition of 293 acres of land along the South Shore of St. Croix on behalf of the people of the Virgin Islands. The acquisition includes Remainder Parcel No.
DPNR ANNOUNCES IMPROVEMENTS TO ALTONA LAGOON BOATING ACCESS DOCK
--------------- Friday, September 18, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DPNR ANNOUNCES IMPROVEMENTS TO ALTONA LAGOON BOATING ACCESS DOCK Commissioner Jean-Pierre L. Oriol of the Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR) announces that renovation work is underway at the Altona Lagoon Boating Access Dock in Christiansted, St. Croix, as part of the department's ongoing efforts to improve public boating access facilities throughout the territory. The Department's Divis
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