Taylor Shay

1 week ago | washfm.iheart.com | Taylor Shay

Chef Anthony Thomas isn’t tied to any one kitchen—he’s turning sidewalks, Metro stations, and busy D.C. corners into his own cooking stage. Whether it’s grilled oysters near Benning Road or shrimp in Prince George’s County, he shows up with a folding table, fresh ingredients, and a camera crew, ready to cook.  With nearly 150,000 Instagram followers, his videos have become must-watch content.

2 weeks ago | washfm.iheart.com | Taylor Shay

If you walked into the MedStar Capitals Iceplex on a Sunday morning, you might not notice anything unusual at first. Players glide effortlessly across the rink, passing, shooting, and laughing like any other hockey team. But look a little closer, and you’ll see something remarkable. The Washington Blind Hockey Club was founded nine years ago to give athletes with little or no sight a chance to compete — and it’s made a life-changing difference for its members.

3 weeks ago | washfm.iheart.com | Taylor Shay

In most schools, getting “written up” means trouble. But at Kilmer Middle School in Fairfax County, it’s a reason to cheer. Since August, hundreds of students like 8th grader Amanda Choate have been recognized with positive referrals—official write-ups that celebrate kindness, leadership, and community spirit. Amanda’s moment came during English class when her teacher interrupted to recognize her for encouraging classmates to speak up during a discussion about The Giver.

3 weeks ago | washfm.iheart.com | Taylor Shay

As the Washington Capitals gear up for the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs and celebrate their 50th Anniversary Season, a group of talented third- through fifth-grade students from Brooke Grove Elementary School in Montgomery County, Maryland, are getting fans hyped in a special way. These young Caps fans are the stars of a brand-new music video, created in collaboration with musician Paulie Z and the David Z Foundation.

4 weeks ago | washfm.iheart.com | Taylor Shay

Starting this week, Children’s National Hospital in D.C. is making a thoughtful change that’s about more than appearances—it’s about dignity and well-being. The new program, Hair for You, trains nurses and health care staff to care for all hair types, whether straight, curly, or coily. It's part of a broader commitment to supporting patients in every aspect of daily life, from brushing teeth to—yes—brushing hair.