Great news! The lights at the Phoenix Tennis Courts are back on and ready for play! 🎉🙌
Thank you for your patience while we worked to resolve the issue. Grab your racket, bring a friend, and enjoy the courts! 🏸🎾
We appreciate your understanding! 💚
City of Washington Emergency Management Agency
The City of Washington is seeking a Dispatcher to join our team and serve as a critical link between the community and emergency responders.
If you’re calm under pressure, dependable and able to communicate effectively, we encourage you to apply.
washmo.gov/jobs
Night Shift Summary 10/12/2026
Non-injury crash on Highway 47 at Highway 100.
Suspicious persons in the 600 block of West 6th Street. Subjects were gone prior to our arrival.
Subjects were stopped in the area of Stafford Street and 3rd Street for spraying silly string out of the vehicle. Subjects were advised to stop.
Contacted a homeless subject in the 1900 block of Rabbit Trail Drive. Subject was asked to move along.
A faucet on the outside of a residence in the 200 block of East Main Street had been left on. It was shut off.
Contacted a homeless subject in the area of Jefferson Street and East 4th Street. Subject was asked to move along.
Have unwanted electronics taking up space? Bring them to the City of Washington’s Electronics Recycling (E-Waste) Event on Saturday, October 17.
📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Washington Fairgrounds – Swine Pavilion
11 Fairgrounds Street, Washington, MO
The event will be held rain or shine and is open to the public and fees will apply.
🚗 Please enter through Veterans Drive at the south gate of the fairgrounds and follow the posted signs to the electronics recycling drop-off. After unloading, exit through the north gate onto North Park Drive.
♻️First few cars will not be charged a collection fee. This is provided through a grant awarded by East Central Missouri Solid Waste Management District - Region I.
For more information: washmo.gov/ecycle
🎶 Savana is coming to the Main Stage!
Join us Wednesday, October 14 at 6 p.m. for live music from Savana, sponsored by the Washington Parks & Recreation Charitable Foundation.
Bring your own Food and Drink or purchase food from the Big Boys Food Truck! Big Boys will donate a portion of their proceeds to the foundation.
Don't forget your blankets and lawn chairs, and we will see you at the Main Stage!
Night Shift Summary. 10/10/26
Officers responded to the 300 block of Washington Heights Dr. for a peace disturbance.
Assisted a motorist in the area of Hwy 100 and E. 5th St.
Officers handled a civil issue in the area of W. 5th and Hill St.
A check the wellbeing was condcuted in the 2400 block of Stonecrest.
Officers responded to the Washington Square shopping center for a report of a peace disturbance.
Officers responded to the area of Johnson and Calvin for a report of a suspicious person/peace disturbance.
Officers assisted EMS in the area of Wenona and Rabbit Trail.
Officers assisted EMS in the area of Kimberly Ct. Clark Dr.
Returned a phone call to a subject who had questions concerning a civil issue.
A check the wellbeing was coducted in the area of Hwy 47 and Bieker Rd.
Officers responded to the 200 block of W. 4th St. for a report of threats.
Night Shift Summary 10/09/26
An officer was dispatched to the Phoenix Center shopping area to assist another law enforcement agency on a traffic stop.
Officers responded to the area of Lions Lake for a report of a subject driving carelessely.
An officer responded to the area of Hwy 100 and Phoenix Center for a suspicious item.
Officers responded to the 3000 block of Koch Lane for a keep the peace.
A suspicious person was reported in the area of Madison and E. 6th St.
A fight in progress was reported in the area of 5th and Stafford. There was no fight.
A peace disturbance was reported in the 100 block of Market St.
The City of Washington is seeking a Police Officer to join the Washington Police Department and help keep our community safe.
We’re looking for dedicated individuals who are committed to professional service, teamwork and protecting the community.
washmo.gov/jobs
Join us at Los Cabos on Thursday, October 15, from 4–8 p.m. and enjoy a meal while supporting Franklin County United Way!
A portion of proceeds will benefit United Way. Bring your family and friends and help make a difference in our community!
The City of Washington is seeking a skilled Maintenance Worker II to help maintain streets, infrastructure and public spaces throughout the community.
Experience with concrete and asphalt work, equipment operation and snow plowing is a plus. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Class B CDL with air brake certification.
If you enjoy working outdoors, operating equipment and taking pride in quality work, apply today!
washmo.gov/jobs
Road closed and detour signs will be in place.
Please use caution in this area and utilize alternative routes if possible. This work will impact travel to the City Parks and Fairgrounds.
If you have any questions, you can reach out to the City’s Engineering Department 636-390-1010.
🎶 Savana is coming to the Main Stage!
Join us Wednesday, October 14 at 6 p.m. for live music from Savana, sponsored by the Washington Parks & Recreation Charitable Foundation.
Bring your own Food and Drink or purchase food from the Big Boys Food Truck! Big Boys will donate a portion of their proceeds to the foundation.
Don't forget your blankets and lawn chairs, and we will see you at the Main Stage!
Have unwanted electronics taking up space? Bring them to the City of Washington’s Electronics Recycling (E-Waste) Event on Saturday, October 17.
📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Washington Fairgrounds – Swine Pavilion
11 Fairgrounds Street, Washington, MO
The event will be held rain or shine and is open to the public and fees will apply.
🚗 Please enter through Veterans Drive at the south gate of the fairgrounds and follow the posted signs to the electronics recycling drop-off. After unloading, exit through the north gate onto North Park Drive.
♻️First few cars will not be charged a collection fee. This is provided through a grant awarded by East Central Missouri Solid Waste Management District - Region I.
For more information: washmo.gov/ecycle
WFD call summary, Sept. 24-Oct. 2
9/24: water problem, Pleasant Dr.
9/25: alarm, E. 14th St.
alarm, Bramel Rd.
check area, Steutermann Rd.
vehicle accident, Hwy 100/A
9/26: vehicle accident, Hwy100/185
assist EMS, Pleasant Dr.
check area, Front St.
vehicle accident, Hwy 100/47
check area, Hwy KK
vehicle accident, E. 5th St.
9/27: mutual aid, Union
9/28: wires, Apple Ave.
vehicle accident, Hwy 100/47
wires, Madison Ave.
9/29: check area, Hwy YY
vehicle accident, Hwy 100
alarm, E. 5th St.
9/30: assist EMS, Roberts St.
10/01: alarm, Lincoln St.
vehicle accident, Hwy 100/A
wires, Hwy A
alarm, Stone Gate Loop
check area, Dunne Spring Rd.
10/02: assist EMS, W. 8th St.
mutual aid, New Haven-Berger
alarm, E. 5th St.
wires, Hwy 47
vehicle accident, Hwy 100
vehicle accident, Hwy 47
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The City of Washington is looking for a Parks Maintenance Worker to help maintain and care for City parks, grounds and facilities.
If you enjoy working outdoors and taking pride in keeping our parks looking their best, apply today!
👉 washmo.gov/jobs
Day Shift Summary. 10/7-10/8
10/7/2026
Vehicle crash reported at West 5th and Stafford. No injuries
A subject was arrested for stealing in the 1700 block of Aroy Drive
Officers stationed themselves at area schools in response to threats that were made. A press release in reference to this incident was posted to this page on 10/7
10/8/2026
A subject was taken into custody for stealing in the 1700 block of Aroy Drive
A subject in Southwinds Circle had questions concerning child custody
Assisted MoDOT with a manhole cover that kept popping up out of the ground at Hwy 47/8th Street. A metal plate was placed over the manhole until repairs can be made
A subject was taken into custody for driving without a valid license and DWI in the 300 block of East 8th Street
A subject was taken into custody on a warrant in the 300 block of Jefferson. Bond was posted and they were released
The City of Washington is looking for someone to assist with minor carpentry, plumbing, electrical, drywall, caulking and painting repairs.
This position also troubleshoots maintenance issues, assists with completing work orders and performs routine maintenance.
Apply at washmo.gov/jobs
The City of Washington is hiring Seasonal Leaf Crew members to help with fall leaf collection.
If you enjoy working outdoors and want to be part of the City team, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today at washmo.gov/jobs
