DMV Spotlight on 2-8-2026 shines a light on the events at Mount Vernon in honor of America’s 250 celebration. Guest, Julie Almacy with Mount Vernon Communications explains visitors will be welcomed into the newly renovated historic mansion of General Washington. Almacy outlines the various events ranging from the new Patriots Path, a Revolutionary War Encampment to new dining options to free online education resources for teachers and parents.

Almacy also explains the Virginia 250 Passport that allows guests special access to dozens of historic sites across the Commonwealth.

Learn More:https://www.mountvernon.org/250

DMV Spotlight on 2-8-2026 shines a light on the events at Mount Vernon in honor of America&rsquo;s 250 celebration. Guest, Julie Almacy with Mount Vernon Communications explains visitors will be welcomed into the newly renovated historic mansion of General Washington. Almacy outlines the various events ranging from the new Patriots Path, a Revolutionary War Encampment to new dining options to free online education resources for teachers and parents.
Almacy also explains the Virginia 250 Passport that allows guests special access to dozens of historic sites across the Commonwealth.
Learn More: <a href="https://www.mountvernon.org/250" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">https://www.mountvernon.org/250</a>

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.

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Mt Vernon for American 250 | February 8, 2026

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 DMV Spotlight shines a light on the Northern Virginia Family Services' Court Appointed Special Advocate program. The court appointed trained volunteers to advocate for the best interest of children in Foster Care  who've experienced abuse and neglect. Guest, Amy Wilker, NVFS Director explains that the "CASA" volunteers are in contact with the child twice a month and prepare a report for the judge based only on what is best for the child. Wilker says the need is great with over 30 children waiting for an advocate who is assigned only to them until final placement. Wilder also explains the volunteer training is extensive and on-going to preclude any attachment to the child.

https://www.nvfs.org/child-family-well-being/casa/

&nbsp;DMV Spotlight shines a light on the Northern Virginia Family Services' Court Appointed Special Advocate program. The court appointed trained volunteers to advocate for the best interest of children in Foster Care&nbsp; who've experienced abuse and neglect. Guest, Amy Wilker, NVFS Director explains that the "CASA" volunteers are in contact with the child twice a month and prepare a report for the judge based only on what is best for the child. Wilker says the need is great with over 30 children waiting for an advocate who is assigned only to them until final placement. Wilder also explains the volunteer training is extensive and on-going to preclude any attachment to the child. <a href="https://www.nvfs.org/child-family-well-being/casa/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1" data-ogsc="">https://www.nvfs.org/child-family-well-being/casa/</a>

Court Appointed Special Advocate | May 17, 2026

DMV Spotlight on 5-10-26  shines a light on the American Battlefield Trust. Guest David Duncan, President of the Trust explains its mission is to inspire appreciation of America, its history and its promise of liberty through an understanding of the wars fought on its soil ...and to appreciate the sacrifices of earlier generations in the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812 and the Civil War and its battlegrounds. Duncan also shares wealth of free resources available to educators and parents to help commemorate America's 250th. Duncan also provided an update on the latest legal battle to protect the Manassas National Battlefield from encroaching data center development in Prince William County.
https://www.battlefields.org/

DMV Spotlight on&nbsp;5-10-26&nbsp; shines a light on the American Battlefield Trust. Guest David Duncan, President of the Trust explains its mission is to inspire appreciation of America, its history and its promise of liberty through an understanding of the wars fought on its soil ...and to appreciate the sacrifices of earlier generations in the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812 and the Civil War and its battlegrounds. Duncan also shares wealth of free resources available to educators and parents to help commemorate America's 250th. Duncan also provided an update on the latest legal battle to protect the Manassas National Battlefield from encroaching data center development in Prince William County. <a href="https://www.battlefields.org/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1" data-ogsc="">https://www.battlefields.org/</a>

American Battlefield Trust | May 10, 2026

DMV Spotlight on 5-3-2026 on America's 250th  at the U.S. Botanic Garden shines a light on the unique celebration for the nation's semi-quincentennial. United States Botanic Garden Communication Specialist, Devin Dotson explains the Botanic Garden near the US Capitol is recognizing each of the 50 states with a display of each state flower. Dotson adds there is also a paper version of each state flower since not all are in bloom at the same time. Dotson also explains the National flower is a rose. The U.S. Botanic Garden is free and no tickets are required.

https://www.usbg.gov/

DMV Spotlight on 5-3-2026 on America's 250th&nbsp; at the U.S. Botanic Garden shines a light on the unique celebration for the nation's semi-quincentennial. United States Botanic Garden Communication Specialist, Devin Dotson explains the Botanic Garden near the US Capitol is recognizing each of the 50 states with a display of each state flower. Dotson adds there is also a paper version of each state flower since not all are in bloom at the same time. Dotson also explains the National flower is a rose. The U.S. Botanic Garden is free and no tickets are required. <a href="https://www.usbg.gov/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1" data-ogsc="">https://www.usbg.gov/</a>

Mt Vernon for American 250 | February 8, 2026

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