AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTropical Weather: Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the central Atlantic and is moving quickly west toward the Leeward Islands, with forecasters saying it should weaken into a tropical wave before arrival but still bring heavy rain and possible flash flooding to the Leewards late Saturday into Sunday, then the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and Hispaniola Sunday into Monday. Local Health Leadership: The BVI Health Services Authority is reportedly set to get a new CEO, Gordon Frame of Scotland, expected to start Sept. 1, with details still tight-lipped by officials. Tourism & Nature: Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge on St. Croix will reopen Sept. 5 for limited weekend access, returning visitors to a rare, protected stretch of beach and sea turtle nesting season. Local Governance: Labour Day horse races on St. Thomas have been cancelled after the Legislature effectively stalled the Southland Gaming agreement by sending the bill to the Budget Committee. Business Support (Region): Puerto Rico’s governor announced SBA disaster loans are available for drought-hit municipalities, aimed at small businesses and agricultural producers. Court Update (USVI): Jenifer O’Neal’s latest bid for release pending appeal was denied by the Third Circuit.
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