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  • Dave Washington Celebrates Community, Service, and Resilience While Veterans and Leaders Share Impact and Connection
    Jan 24 2026

    Dave Washington hosts "Veterans Affairs Plus" on 91.5 jazz and more, where he discusses condolences, birthdays, and his 75th birthday fundraising for three charities. He highlights the success of the Martin Luther King parade and his cancer-free medical evaluation. Carol Santiago, a retired teacher and co-owner of the multicultural bookstore in Las Vegas, discusses her community involvement and the bookstore's programming. Byron Holmes, a veteran and avid golfer, shares his experiences and role in organizing the Sunday Ducks golf group. Anthony Pernelli, a retired firefighter, talks about his transition to Las Vegas and his involvement with the Las Vegas Valley Firefighter Retirees group.

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    30 min
  • Dave Washington Highlights Fire Service Leadership Training, Community Fundraising, and West Las Vegas Legacy Ahead of the MLK Parade
    Jan 17 2026

    Dave Washington hosts "Veterans Affairs Plus" on 91.5 jazz and more, discussing the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute's new leadership and its 35th year at Dillard University. The institute offers leadership and management courses for fire service professionals. Dave announces a fundraiser for the institute and the Dr. William Sullivan and Cherie Sullivan Foundation. Mickey Ormond shares his passion for West Las Vegas, highlighting its cultural significance and his efforts to organize a group to walk in the Martin Luther King Jr. parade to honor local heroes and history. Dave plans to participate.

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    30 min
  • Dave Washington Celebrates Family, Education, and Legacy as Grandchildren KJ and Kasara Share College Journeys and Career Goals
    Jan 10 2026

    Dave Washington hosts a special program featuring his grandchildren, KJ and Kasara, who are college students. Dave announces his 75th birthday party and condolences to the Glasgow and Armstrong families. KJ, a sophomore at Lakeland Community College, plans to transfer to a West Coast school, having taken business, English, and music classes. Kasara, studying at San Diego State University, has taken English, music, anthropology, economics, and math classes. Both emphasize the importance of staying motivated and consistent in college. KJ aspires to be in real estate, while Kasara is interested in social media marketing and potentially taking over her father's business.

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    28 min
  • Dave Washington Celebrates Community Birthdays, Spotlights Child Safety and Giving With April Washington, and Uplifts Veteran Service With Randy Davis on Veterans Affairs Plus
    Jan 3 2026

    Dave Washington hosts "Veterans Affairs Plus" on 91.5 jazz and more, acknowledging January birthdays of various individuals, including friends, family, and community members. He introduces his daughter April, who discusses her work with the "Look Back Cause," partnering with the Burn Foundation to distribute toys to families in need. April highlights the importance of child safety, particularly in cars, and her efforts to support families with disabilities or financial struggles. Dave then interviews Randy Davis, a veteran who served in the Marine Corps and Army National Guard, discussing his transition to civilian life, his work with special needs children, and his involvement with the American Legion. Both guests emphasize the importance of service and community support.

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    28 min
  • Veterans Affairs Plus Honors Community Loss, Shares Active Shooter Preparedness, and Promotes Police Wellness
    Dec 27 2025

    Dave Washington hosts a special program on Veterans Affairs Plus, discussing recent losses in the community and introducing Charles and Lisa Hanks, retired Metro Police officers. Charles shares his inspiration for creating a video on active shooter response, drawing from his experience at the 2017 Mandalay Bay shooting. The video emphasizes the importance of self-preservation, early intervention, and mental health support. Lisa highlights the role of the police wellness program. They stress the need for vigilance, awareness, and the "Run, Hide, Fight" strategy. The program aims to educate and prevent future tragedies, urging viewers to report suspicious behavior and seek help if needed.

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    29 min
  • Dave Washington Honors Community Milestones as Kevin Crupper Shares a Military-to-Cybersecurity Journey and Arkee Hodges Advances Black Community Development
    Dec 20 2025

    Dave Washington acknowledges individuals with December birthdays and mentions deceased family members and friends. Kevin Crupper, a retired first class military personnel, discusses his career transition from combat arms to IT, emphasizing his role in cybersecurity and information assurance. He now works for the Forest Service. Dave also talks about his golfing activities and community involvement. Arkee Hodges, president of the Black Achievement Fund, shares updates on their construction project in Toonsboro, Georgia, and their goal to raise $50,000 for a guest house. They aim to create a self-sustaining black community.

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    30 min
  • Community Leaders Highlight American Legion Post 10’s 2025 Impact, Youth Mentorship, and MLK Events While Preparing the Next Generation to Lead
    Dec 13 2025

    Jeff Jones, commander of American Legion Post 10, discussed their 2025 achievements, including a major renovation funded by Home Depot grants and sweat equity from members. They hosted a Veterans Day parade, gave away turkeys for Thanksgiving, and plan to start a Sons of Legion program in 2026. They also aim to engage local youth through mentorship and history lessons. Wendell P. Williams and Kash Williams highlighted upcoming MLK events, including a parade, scholarship summits, and a tech summit, emphasizing the importance of passing the torch to the next generation. Both emphasized the need for community engagement and leadership transition.

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    30 min
  • Dave Washington Spotlights Community Nonprofits Protecting Children, Supporting Families, and Expanding Impact Through Partnership
    Dec 6 2025

    Dave Washington hosts April Washington and Nigel Murray, who run nonprofits aimed at helping children. April's organization, Look Back Cause, educates parents on the dangers of leaving children in cars and provides small financial assistance to families in need. Nigel's nonprofit, Clothes for Kids, provides brand new clothing to children in foster care, emphasizing the importance of fitting and confidence-building. Both organizations rely on community support and are looking for more partners to expand their reach. Dave also mentions the upcoming services for his friend, Ray Allen Feaster.

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    30 min