Veteran's Affairs Plus W/ David L. Washington

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 take...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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 co...

Dave Washington hosts "Veterans Affairs Plus" discussing various topics including Medicare with guest Aedren Rutledge. They mention notable passings, including Reverend Willie Jake Jacobs, Mother Fletcher, H. Rap Brown, and Jimmy Cliff. Adrian explains Medicare basics, including Parts A, B, and D, and the differences between Medicare Advantage and Supplement plans. He notes that the "big beautiful...

Dave Washington hosts "Veterans Affairs Plus" on 91.5 Jazz and More, featuring guest Ronald Ware, an Army veteran involved in the Veterans Treatment Court and Compensated Work Therapy programs. Ware discusses the Veterans Treatment Court, an 18-month program for veterans with legal issues, emphasizing its treatment-focused approach and high recidivism rate if participants commit. He also highlight...

Dave Washington hosts a special programming on Veterans Affairs Plus, featuring guest Ronald Ware, an Army veteran and current VA employee. Ware discusses the Compensated Work Therapy program, which helps veterans gain employment and technical skills through paid work at VA facilities. The program is open to veterans who are service-connected and need employment. Ware emphasizes the program's impo...

Dave Washington hosts "Veterans Affairs Plus" on 91.5 jazz and more, acknowledging November birthdays and expressing condolences. He discusses the SNAP program's minimal impact on the national budget and praises a free dental cleaning event for veterans. Washington interviews Hermon Johnson Sr. and Jr. from Mount Bayou, Mississippi, about the town's rich history, particularly its role in cotton pr...

The program discussed the legacy of Dr. Bill Sullivan and efforts to support the Sullivan Scholarship Fund. Cherie Sullivan and Bryan Scott emphasized the importance of donations through the UNLV Foundation to help first-generation students with financial insecurities. Keith Rogers highlighted services like counseling, student employment, and emergency scholarships. Dave Washington committed to pr...

Dave Washington hosts a special program on 91.5 Jazz and More, featuring former City Attorney Bryan Scott and Dr. Keith Rogers to discuss the legacy of Dr. William W. Sullivan. Bryan Scott shares his journey from a shy student to a successful attorney, crediting the Upward Bound program for his success. Dr. Rogers recounts his experience as a student worker and participant in the program, emphasiz...

Dave Washington hosts a special Veterans Affairs Plus program on 91.5 Jazz and More, featuring guests Gwen Walker and Zachary Freed. Gwen Walker, founder of Nevada's first African American Museum, discusses the museum's challenges, including a busted pipe and roof damage, and her recent diagnosis with lymphedema. Zachary Freed, a 23-year-old filmmaker, shares his journey from dance to filmmaking,...

Dave Washington discusses the 75th birthday celebration of Saree Cherie Sullivan, which raised funds for her late husband's legacy. Washington emphasizes the need for better support for veterans, citing recent mass shootings involving former military personnel. He introduces guests Thomas Jackson and Kirby Burgess, both military veterans, who discuss the importance of community and fellowship amon...

Victor Ingram, a retired military veteran, shared his journey from enlisting in the Marine Corps at 17 to retiring as a full bird colonel in 2020. He discussed his challenging upbringing, his service in the Marine Corps and Army National Guard, and his experiences in combat, including training the Iraqi Army. Ingram also highlighted his career transition from a criminal investigator to a licensed...

Dave Washington announces condolences for the Scott and Evans families, and introduces Captain David Brooks, a retired Chattanooga Fire Department Operations Captain. Brooks discusses his career, including his time at Clark University and his role as Adrian Rutledge's assistant at Dillard University. Victor Ingram, a military veteran and board member of the Armstrong Foundation, shares his backgro...

Dave Washington discusses the American Legion's efforts in Washington, D.C., including cybersecurity and VA staffing. He highlights the reopening of Local American Legion Post 10 and its renovations. Washington also recalls past episodes featuring notable community figures and discusses a book about social justice in the San Jose Fire Department. Chief Russell Steppe shares his journey with breast...

Dave Washington hosts a special program on 91.5 jazz and more, featuring Dr. Linda Bynoe and Chief Russell Steppe. Dr. Bynoe discusses her husband, Trusty Bynoe's, book "They Call Me Trusty: A Black Firefighter's Fight for Social Justice," which she edited. The book chronicles Trustee's 25-year career in the San Jose Fire Department, his fight against institutional racism, and his leadership in th...

Dave Washington hosts "Veterans Affairs Plus" on 91.5 jazz and more, featuring Evelyn Pacheco and his daughter April Washington. Evelyn discusses her efforts to support women veterans, including legislation for data collection and monthly visits to US vets. She also highlights the need for volunteer mentors for the Veteran Justice Treatment Court. April talks about her nonprofit, Look Back Cause,...

Dave Washington acknowledges community icons like Miss Anna Bailey and his daughter April, who runs a nonprofit and a tea cake business. He reflects on his own life, including his golfing hobby and his work at Las Vegas Fire and Rescue. Dave discusses the importance of community service, mentioning the Sam Armstrong Foundation's golf tournament and the need for resilience and leadership, exemplifi...

The program discussed significant historical events, including the March on Washington in 1963 and a pivotal civil rights incident in Oklahoma City. Dave Washington highlighted the achievements of Brian Willett, his father, and Assistant Chief Herschel Clady. The focus shifted to the Southwest Region Black Firefighters Retirees Annual Gathering, initiated by Dudley "Trusty" Bynoe and Burgess Porte...

Dave Washington hosts "Veterans Affairs Plus" on 91.5 jazz and more, where he acknowledges the passing of Danielle D. Spencer and Wilson Walker, and celebrates the birthdays of various community members, including Carla Holmes, Executive Director of the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute (CHEDI). Holmes discusses the institute's 34th session, its five-year program, and its impact on fire...

Dave Washington hosts a radio show discussing the Black Achievement Fund, led by Arkee Hodges. The organization, a nonprofit promoting collective economics, has 3,500 members and has recycled $500,000 into Black communities, given $40,000 in scholarships, and purchased six acres of land in Georgia for a community project. They are developing a 112-acre retreat with residential lots and communal sp...

Dave Washington hosts a special programming sponsored by Making Moves Life Coaching Services on 91.5 Jazz and More. He expresses condolences for recent tragedies and acknowledges August birthdays. Guests include Eddie Burns, a retired fire chief and police chief, and Freddie Brooks, a firefighter and executive director of the International Association of Black Professional Firefighters. Both discu...

The discussion on Veterans Affairs Plus highlighted the achievements and future plans of the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute (EDI). Fire Commissioner Annette Nance-Holt and retired Fire Chief Gene Campbell shared their experiences and roles in EDI, emphasizing its 34-year history and upcoming 35th anniversary. They discussed the institute's efficiency improvements, networking opportuni...