DMV Spotlight on June 9th, 2024, shines a light on the Northern Virginia Senior Olympics, an annual event open to residents 50 and older to compete is a host of events from pickleball to long jump to suduko.

Guest Janet Garber, former Chair of the NVSO and current head of the Fundraising Committee explains that every year there is at least one athlete older than one hundred. She also describes the competitive nature of the NVSO that are held over a 2 week period in September. Garger also discusses the need for volunteers to run such a big event as well as fundraising efforts to keep participant costs low.

Learn More Here: https://nvso.us/

DMV Spotlight on June 9th, 2024, shines a light on the Northern Virginia Senior Olympics, an annual event open to residents 50 and older to compete is a host of events from pickleball to long jump to suduko.
Guest Janet Garber, former Chair of the NVSO and current head of the Fundraising Committee explains that every year there is at least one athlete older than one hundred. She also describes the competitive nature of the NVSO that are held over a 2 week period in September. Garger also discusses the need for volunteers to run such a big event as well as fundraising efforts to keep participant costs low.
Learn More Here: <a href="https://nvso.us/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">https://nvso.us/</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.

DMV Spotlight with Barbara Britt

Northern Virginia Senior Olympics | June 9, 2024

DMV Spotlight shines a light on Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM)  on 6-23-24  following a recent study finding more teenagers in the US are using high potency marijuana since the legalization in dozens of states.

SAM Executive Vice President Luke Niforatos explains both tobacco and alcohol companies are now in the pot business and using the same tactics to hook younger and younger pot users with marijuana that is up to 99 percent more potent that “ Woodstock “ pot. SAM also rejects the idea that social justice reform must be achieved by  legalizing pot, with Niforatos insisting the recent pardon signed by MD Governor Wes Moore proves that prior simple possession offenses can be wiped out without legalizing the drug.

Learn more here: https://learnaboutsam.org/

DMV Spotlight shines a light on Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM)  on 6-23-24  following a recent study finding more teenagers in the US are using high potency marijuana since the legalization in dozens of states.
SAM Executive Vice President Luke Niforatos explains both tobacco and alcohol companies are now in the pot business and using the same tactics to hook younger and younger pot users with marijuana that is up to 99 percent more potent that “ Woodstock “ pot. SAM also rejects the idea that social justice reform must be achieved by  legalizing pot, with Niforatos insisting the recent pardon signed by MD Governor Wes Moore proves that prior simple possession offenses can be wiped out without legalizing the drug.
Learn more here: <a href="https://learnaboutsam.org/">https://learnaboutsam.org/</a>

Smart Approaches to Marijuana | June 23, 2024

DMV Spotlight shines a light on support for cancer patients in the DC Metro area. Cancer Support Community, Washington DC is part of a global network that connects cancer patients with services, counseling and assistance across the DC Metro area.  Executive Director for Cancer Support Community, Washington DC Zubair Ansari, explains the services that are available, not only for patients but also for family members, community members and caregivers. Ansari explains patients get referrals from Oncologists and various medical professionals.

Ansari also illuminates the health disparities in treatment for cancer patients in the DC area, noting that cancer mortality rates in Wards 7 and 8 are among the highest in the nation.

Learn more here: https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/location/csc-washington-dc

DMV Spotlight shines a light on support for cancer patients in the DC Metro area. Cancer Support Community, Washington DC is part of a global network that connects cancer patients with services, counseling and assistance across the DC Metro area.  Executive Director for Cancer Support Community, Washington DC Zubair Ansari, explains the services that are available, not only for patients but also for family members, community members and caregivers. Ansari explains patients get referrals from Oncologists and various medical professionals.
Ansari also illuminates the health disparities in treatment for cancer patients in the DC area, noting that cancer mortality rates in Wards 7 and 8 are among the highest in the nation.
Learn more here: <a href="https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/location/csc-washington-dc">https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/location/csc-washington-dc</a>

Cancer Support Community | June 2, 2024

DMV Spotlight shines a lights on TAPS, the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, a 501-c-3 that cares for families of America’s fallen heroes.

Guest, Bonnie Carroll, founded TAPS after her own military husband was killed. She wanted to provide the services she needed for others in the same situation. She retired as a Major in the USAFR and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama.

APS supports spouses, children and family of military members whom she says are dying now at greater rates after 20 years in Afghanistan. Fellow guest, Jonathan Cotton of the Good Feet Store explains why his company supports TAPS.

Carroll says her organization relies on donations as well volunteers, so to donate today please visit: https://www.taps.org/

DMV Spotlight shines a lights on TAPS, the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, a 501-c-3 that cares for families of America’s fallen heroes.
Guest, Bonnie Carroll, founded TAPS after her own military husband was killed. She wanted to provide the services she needed for others in the same situation. She retired as a Major in the USAFR and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama.
APS supports spouses, children and family of military members whom she says are dying now at greater rates after 20 years in Afghanistan. Fellow guest, Jonathan Cotton of the Good Feet Store explains why his company supports TAPS.
Carroll says her organization relies on donations as well volunteers, so to donate today please visit: <a href="https://www.taps.org/">https://www.taps.org/</a>

Northern Virginia Senior Olympics | June 9, 2024

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