In this era of emails, internet and virtual reality, there is something quite special about physically taking a message around the world. 

Today I welcome the presence of the Gold Coast 2018 Queen’s Baton, on behalf of my Government and people of the Virgin Islands.  

Good morning. As Governor of the Virgin Islands, it is my great pleasure to welcome you here today to this very special event.

The Ministry of Health and Social Development and the BVI Olympic Committee are encouraging the community to support the Queen’s Baton Relay.

The public is advised that the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports will be hosting its annual summer programmes from July 3 to 29 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Residents of Virgin Gorda are notified that the Minister for Education and Culture, Honourable Myron V. Walwyn will hold office hours on the sister island on Tuesday, May 30.

Residents of Anegada are notified that the Minister for Education and Culture, Honourable Myron V. Walwyn will hold office hours on the sister island on Friday, May 12.

The BVI delegation comprising of athletes and coaches returned home with six medals after competing in 46^th Annual CARIFTA Games.

The public is invited to support teams competing in the 2017 Industrial Softball League games every Tuesday and Thursday at the E. Walwyn Brewley Softball Park.

The 2017 BVI Delegation comprising of athletes and coaches are featured as they left the Territory to participate in the 46th CARIFTA Games in Willemstad, Curacao.