Soca Spotlight: Bacchanal Friday crowned two new Spicemas monarchs—Sabrina Francis wins Groovy Soca Monarch and Rio “Snakey” St Paul takes Power Soca Monarch in a big Grenada carnival moment. Calypso Crown: The 2026 Calypso Monarch finale ended in a historic tie as Sean “Sour Serpent” Niles and Jelonie “Lil Jelo” Fleming both scored 494 points. Local Arts & Culture: A suspended Grenadian Catholic priest, Father Gerard Paul (“Father Paul”), is using calypso as his new “pulpit,” competing at Spicemas while speaking out on Gaza and allegations of sexual abuse in the church. Hospitality & Tourism: La Sagesse is set for another luxury boost with the InterContinental Grenada Resort & Spa accepting reservations from Nov. 4, adding major facilities near Six Senses. Community & Safety: Grenada’s National Stadium carnival shows will have extra public parking areas added to help manage crowds and traffic. Education Support: The Ministry of Education begins distributing QR Code vouchers under the School Supplies and Uniform Assistance Programme to approved parents and guardians. Rum Business: Renegade Rum Distillery’s sale is being pitched as a growth-ready, state-of-the-art plant with room to expand production and visitor appeal. Travel Disruption: LIAT continues adjusting its flight schedule after disruptions, with updated services running through Tuesday.