Tom Eader
Chief ReporterTom Eader is the Chief Reporter for WTJX. Originally from South Bend, Indiana, Eader received his bachelor's degree in journalism from Ball State University, where he wrote for his college newspaper. He moved to St. Croix in 2003, after landing a job as a reporter for the St. Croix Avis. Eader worked at the Avis for 20 years, as both a reporter and photographer, and served as Bureau Chief from 2013 until their closure at the beginning of 2024. Eader is an award-winning journalist, known for his thorough and detailed reporting on multiple topics important to the Virgin Islands community. Joining the WTJX team in January of 2024, Eader brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the newsroom.
Email: teader@wtjx.org
Phone: 340-227-4463
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Superior Court judge grants TRO to postpone Parole Board hearings due to lack of quorum ahead of hearing for Fountain Valley inmates, convicted child rapist. -
Superior Court judge grants TRO to postpone Parole Board hearings due to lack of quorum ahead of hearing for Fountain Valley inmates, convicted child rapist.
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Committee on Ethical Conduct determines formal hearing is warranted after reviewing evidence while investigating complaint against At-Large Senator Angel Bolques Jr. -
Committee on Ethical Conduct determines formal hearing is warranted after reviewing evidence while investigating complaint against At-Large Senator Angel Bolques Jr.
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St. Thomas Social, a restaurant in Yacht Haven Grande, faces eviction for allegedly racking up charges for past due rent as co-owner fights unrelated fraud claims. -
St. Thomas Social, a restaurant in Yacht Haven Grande, faces eviction for allegedly racking up charges for past due rent as co-owner fights unrelated fraud claims.
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Lt. Gov. Roach asks Gov. Bryan to rescind wage increases as appointment of former Compensation Commission chair to public office has “tainted” the commission’s work. -
Lt. Gov. Roach asks Gov. Bryan to rescind wage increases as appointment of former Compensation Commission chair to public office has “tainted” the commission’s work.
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Senate leaders to ponder rescinding gov./lt. gov. raise despite knowing Bryan’s intention for monthsSenator Kenneth Gittens calls on Senate to take legal action to halt recommended pay raises; Senator Francis Heyliger drafts bill to rescind. -
Senate leaders to ponder rescinding gov./lt. gov. raise despite knowing Bryan’s intention for monthsSenator Kenneth Gittens calls on Senate to take legal action to halt recommended pay raises; Senator Francis Heyliger drafts bill to rescind.