AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoLocal Public Safety: A 21-year-old man, Angel Rodriguez III, was fatally shot near the St. Croix Superior Court Monday afternoon, the territory’s 31st homicide of 2026; police say he was found unresponsive in a vehicle after reports of gunfire around 2:06 p.m., and investigators are asking the public for tips. Community & Culture: H.O.P.E. Incorporated and the Sgt. Bruce T. Gordon Purple Heart Recipient Community Fund will host the “Purple Carpet Bash: Fashion with Purpose” Oct. 2 in Christiansted, featuring Rob Malloy and programming focused on domestic violence awareness, trauma recovery, men’s mental health, and veterans’ wellness. Travel & Business: Southwest Airlines announced nonstop service from Nashville to St. Thomas starting March 13, 2027, adding another direct route into the U.S. Virgin Islands. Maritime Economy: The U.S. Maritime Administration awarded $35.18 million to 45 small shipyards in 24 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands for equipment, infrastructure, and workforce training. Food Safety: Federal health officials issued a Class I recall for about 29,628 pounds of imported raw frozen boneless beef from Argentina after it entered commerce without required reinspection, urging Caribbean distributors to check freezer stock. Sports: Army added Scott Fortier to its swimming and diving staff for the 2026-2027 season; Fortier previously coached the St. Croix Dolphins and the U.S. Virgin Islands National Team. National Odds & Ends: Powerball’s jackpot hit $1.04 billion after no winner, with the winning numbers 4-26-66-67-69 and Powerball 9.
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