WASH-FM (Rockville, MD)

WASH (97.1 FM) is a radio station owned by iHeartMedia, Inc. and is based in Washington, D.C. It is popularly known as "Wash-FM" and features an adult contemporary music format. You can also listen to the station’s broadcasts online through iHeartRadio. The studio facilities are situated in Rockville, Maryland, while the transmitter is located in the Tenleytown area of Washington, D.C.

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Street Chef Takes D.C. by Storm

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.
How the Washington Blind Hockey Club Is Changing Lives On and Off the Ice

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.
Middle Schoolers in Fairfax Co. Are Being “Written Up”—And They Love It | 97.1 WASH-FM | Toby + Chilli Mornings

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.
MoCo Students Drop a Catchy New Capitals Anthem Ahead of Playoffs

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.
Hair Care Meets Health Care at Children’s National Hospital | 97.1 WASH-FM | Toby + Chilli Mornings

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.
Students Turn Food Critics in Hilarious & Helpful School Lunch Taste Test đź‘¨â€ŤđźŤłđźŤ• #StudentVoice #SchoolLunch | 97.1 WASH-FM | Toby Knapp

1 month ago | washfm.iheart.com | Toby Knapp

Would you let kids decide whatâ€™s for lunch? One Utah school district didâ€”and the results are both heartwarming and hilarious. In a bold and tasty experiment, students in Utah were invited to become official food critics during a school lunch taste test. The district served up several new menu options and handed out ballots to students, who rated each dish based on taste, texture, and whether theyâ€™d eat it again. From teriyaki chicken to broccoli salad, kids didnâ€™t hold back!The goal?
Tourist Traps You’ll Regret: The World’s Most Overrated Spots 🌍❌ | 97.1 WASH-FM | Toby Knapp

1 month ago | washfm.iheart.com | Toby Knapp

Overhyped & Underwhelming: 10 Tourist Traps That’ll Break Your Travel HeartWe’ve all been there — you book the trip, count the days, and finally show up at the place everyone says you have to see… only to find out it’s dirty, crowded, and not remotely worth the hype. A new AI-driven ranking has revealed the Top 10 most disappointing tourist attractions in the world, using Reddit rants, Google ratings, and Tripadvisor reviews to do the dirty work. And the results? Brutally honest.
Money Talks: Smart Moves to Beat an Economic Slowdown

1 month ago | washfm.iheart.com | Toby Knapp

Money Talks: Smart Moves to Beat an Economic SlowdownTariffs, inflation, interest rates… we’re all hearing the economic rumblings, and they’re real enough to make you think twice before splurging on that shiny new couch or booking an international getaway. So what do you do when uncertainty looms? You don’t panic — you prepare. Here are 11 real-world ways to tighten up, get ahead, and build a buffer before the economy officially says, “We’re slowing down.”💳 1. Pause major purchases.
ūüöÄ Historic All-Female Spaceflight Lifts Off with Katy Perry, Gayle King & More! ūüĆéūüĎ©‚ÄćūüöÄ #BlueOrigin | 97.1 WASH-FM | Toby Knapp

1 month ago | washfm.iheart.com | Toby Knapp

¬†It‚Äôs one small flight for Blue Origin‚Ä¶ and one giant leap for women in space. ūüöÄThis morning (Monday), Blue Origin launched a truly historic space mission ‚ÄĒ an all-female crew aboard the New Shepard suborbital rocket, making it the first spaceflight crewed entirely by women since Soviet cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova‚Äôs solo mission in 1963. That‚Äôs over 60 years in the making.
STEM Mentor from Virginia Honored on The Kelly Clarkson Show

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

Arik King, founder of the Virginia-based Future Kings STEM program, was featured as a “Rad Human” on The Kelly Clarkson Show for his work mentoring young men in STEM fields. King’s nonprofit, based in Prince William County, connects middle and high school boys from underserved communities with mentors in cybersecurity, biomedical sciences, and engineering. Over 1,300 students have participated in the program during its 15-year run.