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, which helps families with bill pay and transportation, and her tea cake business, which she started from her great-grandmother's recipe. Both emphasize the importance of humanity and community support.

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, exemplified by General Russell Honore. He also shares personal anecdotes, including his family's history and his role as the last year of his presidency at the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute. The program concludes with Dave expressing gratitude for his platform and team support.

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 Porter, aimed at fostering camaraderie and mentorship among African American firefighters. Dr. Linda Bynoe shared details about her late husband Trusty's memoir, "They Call Me Trusty," which chronicles his journey and advocacy within the fire service. The upcoming gathering is scheduled for October 9-11 in Palm Springs, California.

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 service professionals. She also highlights the upcoming 35th anniversary in 2026 and the institute's outreach program for young women interested in fire service careers. The program also features Dave's book reviews and mentions of community events and personal milestones.

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 spaces. Yolanda Marion, Chief Development Officer at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada, discusses their mission to support youth development, including early childhood education and expanding services to ages 18-25. They emphasize the importance of community partnerships and the impact of their programs on youth.

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 discuss their leadership programs: Brooks' Team Mentoring Incorporated, which hosts youth retreats, and Burns' Public Safety Leadership Academy, focused on leadership, character development, and practical training for inner-city youth. They emphasize the importance of mentorship and community service.

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 opportunities, and the importance of mentorship. The conversation also touched on the need for younger instructors and the integration of cutting-edge technology like drones. The segment concluded with appreciation for Dave Washington's leadership and a call for increased recruitment of African Americans in the fire service.

Dave Washington discussed July birthdays, condolences for Dave Whittington, and updates from American Legion Post 10. Jeff Jones reported ongoing renovations, including new flooring, lighting, and ceiling fans, with a completion timeline of two weeks. Faye Duncan Daniel shared plans for a gospel fest on the Mississippi River in Helena, Arkansas, scheduled for July 26, aiming to attract 75 people. Rome Harry celebrated Classic Jewels' 10th anniversary, highlighting their community events and local support. The program also mentioned upcoming guests, including EDI board members Eugene Campbell and Chief Hope.