Part 2 - Director of Corporate Communications at WAPA, Jean P. Greaux Jr., confirms that though Tropical Storm Laura did not have a significant impact on island operations, it did help to highlight some problematic areas on the path of Feeder 9B, one of the most pervasive networks on St. Croix. Kristina “Kitty” Edwards, Education & Outreach Coordinator from DPNR’s Division of Coast Zone Management and Disease Response Coordinator, Joseph Townsend, call in to discuss the recent detection of Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease (SCTLD) on St. Croix, as well as the history of this disease in the Territory and beyond. Ms. Edwards adds that though we often lose sight of the importance of our coral reefs, the environmental and economic impact will be vast. She encourages the marine community to utilize the reporting feature on vicoraldisease.org to document sightings of SCTLD as well as healthy coral to assist in the tracking of this deadly disease. Senate President, Novelle E. Francis, finishes today’s show by confirming the rescheduled and now virtual special session to address the creation of The Matching Fund Securitization Corporation, noting that this extra week allowed for more in depth research and review to be conducted.

Part 1 - Neville James opens with Meteorologist Ian Colon-Pagan of the National Weather Service in a discussion on how Tropical Storm Laura, whose center was originally identified North of the system, regenerated a point of circulation and changed path as the system approached the USVI. The conversation pivots to an analysis of how Laura and Marco will interact as they move into the Gulf Coast. Neville then details other issues that impacted the Territory over the weekend, including COVID-19 data, recent arrests, and the overflow that occurred on Saturday morning at Limetree Bay from a contained storm-water system into an open containment pond.

Part 1 - Neville James opens with Meteorologist Ian Colon-Pagan of the National Weather Service in a discussion on how Tropical Storm Laura, whose center was originally identified North of the system, regenerated a point of circulation and changed path as the system approached the USVI. The conversation pivots to an analysis of how Laura and Marco will interact as they move into the Gulf Coast. Neville then details other issues that impacted the Territory over the weekend, including COVID-19 data, recent arrests, and the overflow that occurred on Saturday morning at Limetree Bay from a contained storm-water system into an open containment pond.

Part 2 - Regular contributor, Willard John, joins Neville James on the air to commend VITEMA on the efficiency of their “Blue Skies” sandbag distribution. Mr. John then address the conclusion of the 2020 Democratic National Convention, describing Joe Biden’s speech as “effective, affective, and wonderful”. Neville announces the confirmation of Tropical Storm Laura and then pivots the conversation to the state of the Territory, including the data-driven stay-at-home order and the potential for alternative energy sources. Rashida Lester of the Virgin Islands Department of Education, joins the conversation to detail the courses offered in St. Croix’s Adult Education’s Virtual Night Program, including preparation for the GED and naturalization, ESL, computer education and classes in workforce/career readiness.

Part 2 - Regular contributor, Willard John, joins Neville James on the air to commend VITEMA on the efficiency of their “Blue Skies” sandbag distribution. Mr. John then address the conclusion of the 2020 Democratic National Convention, describing Joe Biden’s speech as “effective, affective, and wonderful”. Neville announces the confirmation of Tropical Storm Laura and then pivots the conversation to the state of the Territory, including the data-driven stay-at-home order and the potential for alternative energy sources. Rashida Lester of the Virgin Islands Department of Education, joins the conversation to detail the courses offered in St. Croix’s Adult Education’s Virtual Night Program, including preparation for the GED and naturalization, ESL, computer education and classes in workforce/career readiness.

Part 1 - Neville James advises the public that registration is now open for St. Croix’s Adult Education’s Virtual Night Program and Melody Rames, spokeswoman for the Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority, announces the “Keep the V.I. Clean Youth Video Challenge”, speaking next on the state of the Anguilla and Bovoni landfills, the receipt of a recent EPA grant and how the VIWMA will be utilizing these $6 million dollars. Public Service Commission spokeswoman, Lorna Nichols, calls in response to recent port closures for what is now Tropical Depression Thirteen, sharing the fishermen’s projection of significant rainfall for the weekend ahead.

Part 1 - Neville James advises the public that registration is now open for St. Croix’s Adult Education’s Virtual Night Program and Melody Rames, spokeswoman for the Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority, announces the “Keep the V.I. Clean Youth Video Challenge”, speaking next on the state of the Anguilla and Bovoni landfills, the receipt of a recent EPA grant and how the VIWMA will be utilizing these $6 million dollars. Public Service Commission spokeswoman, Lorna Nichols, calls in response to recent port closures for what is now Tropical Depression Thirteen, sharing the fishermen’s projection of significant rainfall for the weekend ahead.

Part 2 - Neville James finishes his conversation with Valdamier O. Collens, senior-vice president of First Bank, on First Bank’s relationship with Puerto Rico as well as other banks in the Territory. In anticipation of day four of the 2020 Democratic National Convention, Senator Ronald Russell shares his opinions as a DNC delegate, breaking down the last three days of activity, detailing the various conferences and caucus meetings he’s attended, and describing how priorities have shifted for American voters in 2020.

Part 2 - Neville James finishes his conversation with Valdamier O. Collens, senior-vice president of First Bank, on First Bank’s relationship with Puerto Rico as well as other banks in the Territory. In anticipation of day four of the 2020 Democratic National Convention, Senator Ronald Russell shares his opinions as a DNC delegate, breaking down the last three days of activity, detailing the various conferences and caucus meetings he’s attended, and describing how priorities have shifted for American voters in 2020.

Part 1 - Neville James analyzes the volume of COVID-19 data confirmed in the Territory and VITEMA Director Daryl Jaschen calls in an update on Tropical Depression Thirteen, noting that though this system is not strongly defined, a tropical storm warning will likely be in effect later today. Director Jaschen voices concerns for the maritime community and reminds the public of an additional “Blue Skies” sandbag distribution on Friday, August 21st  to supplement the 16,000 sandbags already issued. The senior-vice president of First Bank, Valdamier O. Collens, calls in to discuss First Bank’s response to the pandemic, detailing the recent closure of the Waterfront location on St. Thomas, the safety measures and contingency branch procedures in place, the PPP program and the state of the economy.