Beach Culture World Tour Countdown: The 2026 Beach Culture World Tour kicks off in Turks and Caicos next week, running July 3 to Oct. 30 with five events across destinations. Education & Youth Pathways: The Island Scholars Program expands its mission to help TCI students access study abroad opportunities, starting with an Appreciation Night in Grace Bay. Skills for Work: Windward, Core Construction and TCICC launched TCI’s first construction apprenticeship program, giving seven trainees paid, hands-on site experience alongside classroom training. Local Sports & Community Pride: The Rt. Excellent JAGS McCartney Road Relay returns with Grand Turk events tied to the national hero’s birthday, plus North Caicos hosts the JAGS McCartney Road Relay. Conservation & Community Voices: A Turks and Caicos Fly Fishing Association president calls out missed invitations around upcoming government bonefish workshops, arguing conservation needs consultation. Culture & Heritage: Stories highlight endangered traditions like palm and grass weaving and the fading historic buildings of North and Middle Caicos. Health & Inclusion: A personal piece shares the realities of caring for a child with autism and the gaps families face. Lifestyle Spotlight: Arsenal and Lionesses star Chloe Kelly shares Turks and Caicos beach moments ahead of returning to training.