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Produce Safety: USVI health advocates are urging extra caution with imported fresh produce as a Cyclospora cayetanensis outbreak grows across the mainland, with thousands of confirmed and suspected cases in at least 31 states; since USVI imports nearly all commercial produce, local shoppers may be exposed through the same distribution networks, and officials note Cyclospora can cause severe watery diarrhea, fatigue, cramps, and weight loss, typically after 2 days to 2 weeks. Public Health & Infrastructure: Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. is moving to form a Financial Solutions Task Force aimed at reducing Water and Power Authority debt and tackling uncompensated health care costs, with OMB Director Julio Rhymer and Sen. Novelle Francis Jr. expected to lead. Air Quality & Heat Risk: A dangerous convergence of Saharan dust, extreme heat, and wildfire risk is also tied to WAPA power grid shutdowns, with health warnings for people with asthma, severe allergies, or respiratory sensitivities to limit outdoor exposure. Indoor Air for Kids: Pediatric guidance highlights how indoor air pollution can be worse than outdoor air and can trigger breathing problems and infections in children, with practical steps to reduce sources and improve ventilation. Policy Watch: The House advanced the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent, a move sleep experts have questioned due to potential impacts on sleep and heart health. Local Courts: A St. Thomas man tied to a Havensight dirt bike theft faces additional charges after court documents allege the same weekend involved a wider theft ring with minors.

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Could Nevadans get permanent daylight saving? See federal legislation

Could Nevadans get permanent daylight saving? See federal legislation

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Could Daylight Saving Time become permanent? Bill advances in Congress

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