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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Peter Chapman, former UVI Research and Technology Park CEO, settles whistleblower and disability discrimination lawsuits against RTPark through mediation. -
Peter Chapman, former UVI Research and Technology Park CEO, settles whistleblower and disability discrimination lawsuits against RTPark through mediation.
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Jury finds Pernell Towers Jr. not guilty of all charges including first-degree murder in 2019 fatal shooting of Kelvin Woodson. -
Jury finds Pernell Towers Jr. not guilty of all charges including first-degree murder in 2019 fatal shooting of Kelvin Woodson.
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Government House does not include $13 million in proposed fiscal year 2026 executive budget to cover 3% increase in employer pension contributions effective October 1. -
Government House does not include $13 million in proposed fiscal year 2026 executive budget to cover 3% increase in employer pension contributions effective October 1.
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Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. urges PSC members to rescind 5-cent reduction to Levelized Energy Adjustment Clause on electricity bills; WAPA petitions PSC for reconsideration. -
Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. urges PSC members to rescind 5-cent reduction to Levelized Energy Adjustment Clause on electricity bills; WAPA petitions PSC for reconsideration.
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Virgin Islands Police Department claims planned sick-out endangered public safety and forced supervisors to work overtime, creating further operational/financial strain. -
Virgin Islands Police Department claims planned sick-out endangered public safety and forced supervisors to work overtime, creating further operational/financial strain.
