AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDrought Update: The U.S. government has declared a drought disaster in the U.S. Virgin Islands, with St. Thomas, St. John and St. Croix all facing extreme dry conditions, a move that lets local farmers and agricultural producers apply for federal emergency loans. Local Impact: The drought is also hitting Puerto Rico, where officials have rolled out water rationing in parts of the island, as experts point to a strong El Niño pattern and expect a below-average Atlantic hurricane season. Consumer Watch: A nationwide Google Play antitrust settlement worth $700 million could send payments to eligible customers in the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico, with many refunds expected to go out automatically for purchases made through Google Play between Aug. 16, 2016, and Sept. 30, 2023. Travel & Lifestyle: A new travel roundup highlights St. Croix’s Buccaneer and a 340-acre resort experience, plus St. Thomas and other Caribbean stays that U.S. citizens can book without a passport. Community Notes: Okkodo High School teacher Joseph Chargualaf II was named a 2026/27 National Book Foundation Teacher Fellow, one of eight educators selected nationwide.
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