About Me
Every Sunday afternoon a wonderful aroma wafts about the station. It’s the sweet scent of a butter cream candle lit by DC Inspirations host Lorna Newton. She likes to set a relaxing mood while doing her show. Lorna has been on the air at WHUR for 14 years – including 10 years on the “Live" with Doug & Lorna. This multitalented performer got her start in the U.S. Air Force where she won 1st place as a Master of Ceremonies, in the Air Force Wide Talent Competition and was selected for the prestigious “TOPS IN BLUE” a traveling military entertainment ensemble. Lorna is married to the love of her life and has three wonderful stepchildren.
Birthplace:
Philadelphia, PA
Grew Up In:
I’m a military brat. Colorado at AFA, Okinawa, the Pentagon living in Southern Maryland
Marital Status:
Married to the love of my life “Arthur”
Favorite Way To Relax:
Candles and a bubble bath
Favorite Movie:
“The King and I” & “Westside Story”
Favorite Sports Team:
Redskins. My husband loves the Cowboys (makes life fun).
Motto:
Live for Today. Reach for tomorrow. And learn from yesterday.
Ten All Time Favorite Songs:
More of a favorite group: Earth, Wind and Fire
Best Concert Ever Attended:
seeing the Jackson 5... okay i was 13
How Long In Radio:
20 years
How Long At WHUR:
Almost 15 years
Favorite Vacation Spot:
Disney and 7-day Disney Cruise
Favorite Interview:
The Insta Jam with Con FunnShun
Best Advice:
treasure everyday
Favorite DC Restaurant:
My mom’s kitchen
Most Romantic Spot in DC:
Tidal basin when cherry trees in bloom
Biggest Pet Peeve About DC:
Have a few. Not using car turn signal. Slamming doors. Loud talking in public.
Favorite Junk Food:
Pepperoni pizza and a Pepsi
Favorite Cocktail:
If you heard the “Live” with Doug & Lorna Responsible Drinking Show – you know I can’t drink.
Favorite Season In DC:
Spring – love to see everything bloom & come back to life.
Your Heroes In Real Life:
My parents
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