Victoria to Piaye • Schools on the route • A 95-year-old Roblot legend steps forward • LIVE coverage on Dedan Kool Vybz Radio
On Tuesday, February 3, the spirit of national pride will roll through our district as the St. Lucia Independence Baton Relay makes its way through. And this year, it won’t be “just another relay.” It will be a moment of unity, heritage, and community power.
Sources informed Choiseul on the Move that the relay will commence in Victoria (near Myron’s place) and will conclude in Piaye.
A Brief History of the Independence Baton Relay
The Independence Baton Relay is one of the most meaningful traditions in the build-up to this year’s Independence celebrations. Over the years, the relay has served as a moving symbol of:
- National unity — linking communities and districts in one shared journey
- Generational continuity — the baton representing responsibility passed forward
- Community pride — each district adding its own flavour to the Independence story
In simple terms: the relay reminds us that Independence isn’t something we watch. It’s something we carry.
A Roblot Moment That Will Make History
One of the most inspiring confirmations reaching our blog is that 95-year-old Marie Emmanuel of Roblot will participate in this year’s relay. At 95, her presence is more than symbolic — it is historic.
We are also reliably informed that the current school Principal of the same community will take part as well — a powerful pairing of legacy and leadership, reminding us that Independence is both memory and momentum.
Roblot will not just witness the relay — Roblot will be part of the relay.
Schools Will Line the Route
Schools across the district are expected to line the relay path to cheer on the athletes, wave flags, and create the kind of roadside atmosphere that makes Independence feel real.
For students, this becomes a moving classroom — where the lesson isn’t only in books, but in the living example of community pride, discipline, teamwork, and love of country.
📍 Route Snapshot
- Start: Victoria (near Myron’s place)
- Finish: Piaye
- Along the way: schools cheering, communities representing, and the district standing tall
As the baton moves, it carries more than speed — it carries the spirit of the people. And on Tuesday, that spirit belongs to Choiseul/Saltibus.
LIVE Coverage: Choiseul Goes Global
The Choiseul/Saltibus leg will be carried LIVE on https://www.facebook.com/share/1ZyDJttwLJ/
and streamed simultaneously on the station’s web page.
Official stream link: https://a6.asurahosting.com/public/dedan_kool_vybz
Whether you’re on island or overseas, you’ll be able to experience the energy in real time — the cheers, the pride, the voices, and the historic moments that make community news priceless.
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