WHAT MADE SEAN SMILE (days 163-166): Despite the soggy weather, fun time with family in NY. And great to be with Dad for Father’s Day!

WHAT MADE SEAN SMILE (day 167): Today may have been the last day of sweater weather for the foreseeable future. While I will miss my quarter zips, they will make a triumphant return in the fall!

WHAT MADE SEAN SMILE (day 168): On WUSA9 set tonight with Lorenzo Hall and Simone De Alba for my latest Heart of It piece. Both kind, talented and amazing people!

WHAT MADE SEAN SMILE (day 169): It’s my sister’s 27th birthday! Happy Birthday, Mackenzie! 🎉

WHAT MADE SEAN SMILE (day 170): Coach Mike Lightfoot’s free boot camp classes at the Turkey Thicket center in DC started in an unusual way. 20 years ago, doctors told Mike he was in poor health. He began working out solo at Turkey Thicket when a few people asked to join. That

“The Heart of It” won five awards at last night’s Capital Emmys ceremony! Thanks to all of those who have shared their stories of hope with me on WUSA9 when our community needs them most.

Lydia Sutton began receiving treatment at Children's National Hospital 🏥 when doctors discovered she had a brain tumor. Now studying music education in college, she recently returned and treated her care team to a powerful performance. #TheHeartOfIt wusa9.com/article/life/p…

Cheers to 43 incredible years! Congratulations to longtime WUSA9 producer Stephanie Wilson on her retirement. I will miss working with her each day, but she deserves all the wonderful things still yet to come.

Years ago, Thurmont Kountry Kitchen owners Sherry and Rob Myers received an extraordinary act of generosity from their community. They now pay it forward everyday in their Maryland restaurant. #TheHeartOfIt WUSA9 wusa9.com/article/life/p…

Amon Hill was shot nine times before coming to the apprenticeship program at the Alexandria Seaport Foundation. Amon needed a fresh start and got it when he met volunteer Tom Barfield. The two formed a bond that both needed in their lives. #TheHeartOfIt wusa9.com/article/life/p…

WHAT MADE SEAN SMILE (week 28): I’m turning WMSS into a weekly post. I will share what made me smile from the past week every Sunday! On Monday, I met Robbie Pruitt, who has repaired more than 2,000 bikes for free from his backyard since 2020. That was followed by a beautiful

Today’s welcome from the Miniature Piano Enthusiast Club 🎹🥺

Free sweater hanging out near DuPont today in case you’re chilly.

WHAT MADE SEAN SMILE (week 29): Got to check out the campus of UVA on Monday. Then a visit with Miniature Piano enthusiast Janice Kelsh in Hagerstown on Wednesday. Met up with my fellow Syracuse-loving friend Melissa on Saturday. And topped it all off with Jeni’s ice cream on

Charlie Rentzel goes to the Anchor Bar in Frederick, MD every Thursday. When a stranger noticed his Korean War hat, a simple act of kindness led to an extraordinary movement of generosity. WUSA9 #TheHeartOfIt wusa9.com/article/life/p…

What a story!!! Sean Martinelli Allison Seymour Jonathan Myers WUSA9 🩷👊🤙 #HeartofIt

At 6 months old, Mason Ryan was fighting cancer. Holly Senn was the child life specialist who brought his family hope. Twelve years later, their reunion ended with a hug that lasted over four minutes. Some bonds never fade. Watch their story here:

First visit to Clemson! #GoOrange 🍊

Let’s Go ‘Cuse! 🍊