DMV Spotlight shines at light on the Alexandria Police Department’s annual MLK Spirit award for “ Serving Beyond the Badge” at the start of Black History Month.

Recipient Lt. Marcus Downey Jr was awarded the MLK Spirit honor for his volunteer work with Meade Church, Alexandria Community Shelter and Meals on Wheels in Alexandria. Lt. Downey explained the importance of residents seeing officers in uniform serving the community and interactions with the public that are not part of regular police duties.

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DMV Spotlight shines at light on the Alexandria Police Department&rsquo;s annual MLK Spirit award for &ldquo; Serving Beyond the Badge&rdquo; at the start of Black History Month.
Recipient Lt. Marcus Downey Jr was awarded the MLK Spirit honor for his volunteer work with Meade Church, Alexandria Community Shelter and Meals on Wheels in Alexandria. Lt. Downey explained the importance of residents seeing officers in uniform serving the community and interactions with the public that are not part of regular police duties.
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DMV Spotlight shines a light on the issues impacting DC, Maryland and Virginia. The 15-minute interview program allows for in-depth discussion with area leaders and to highlight organizations that are making a difference across the DMV. Interviews include newsmakers, non-profits, local officials and special event coverage. WMAL’s Barbara Britt hosts the weekly program that is designed to provide needed information for listeners across the DC Metro area and beyond.

DMV Spotlight shines a light on the issues impacting DC, Maryland and Virginia. The 15-minute interview program allows for in-depth discussion with area leaders and to highlight organizations that are making a difference across the DMV. Interviews include newsmakers, non-profits, local officials and special event coverage. WMAL’s Barbara Britt hosts the weekly program that is designed to provide needed information for listeners across the DC Metro area and beyond.