NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH

Sometimes, the most important thing you can do is start the conversation.

ASK - START THE CONVERSATION.
LISTEN.
BE THERE - SUPPORT ONE ANOTHER.


You don’t have to have the right words. You just have to let someone know they are not alone. If you’re concerned about someone, don’t wait. Reach out.

For those who serve others, asking for help can be especially difficult. Asking for help is not weakness. It is strength.

CALL OR TEXT 988
GO ONLINE https://missouri988.org/
24/7 support


Compass Health also has a clinic in Union, Missouri that also offers 27/4 support. https://compasshealthnetwork.org/location/union-bhcc/

For an immediate safety or medical emergency, call 911. or go to your nearest hospital.



about 3 hours ago, Greg Garrett
988
Missed trash pickup yesterday?

If your trash was not collected yesterday, please call us at 636.390.1032 with your address to report the missed pickup.

Waste Connections will return Thursday, September 3, to complete the collection.

Thank you!
about 4 hours ago, City of Washington
Missed Trash Pickup yesterday?  If your trash was not collected yesterday, please call us at 636.390.1032 with your address to report the missed pickup.  Waste Connections will return Thursday, September 3, to complete the collection.  Thank you!

Night Shift Summary. 9/1/26:

A motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of Hwy 100 and Steutermann Rd.

A parking complaint was made in the area of Phoenix Center.

Suspicious activity was reported in the area of Phoenix Center Dr.

An open door was located in the 5800 block of Hwy 100.

about 10 hours ago, Chad Sloan
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Day Shift Summary. 09/01/2026

Suspicious person reported in the 2500 block of Slater Drive

A report of an animal bite in the area of 11th and Sunnyside

A leaving the scene crash was reported in the 300 block of Front Street

A vehicle crash was reported on Bluejay Drive

A subject was arrested on warrants during a traffic stop in the area of 5th and Penn

A vehicle crash was reported in the 400 block of Windy Hills Drive

A vehicle crash was reported at 8th and Madison

A vehicle crash was reported at 11th and Sunnyside

about 10 hours ago, Mindy Schmelz
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🏡🛍️ FALL 2026 CITY WIDE GARAGE SALE! 🛍️🏡

Washington, it’s time to clean out those closets, garages, and storage spaces — and turn those treasures into someone else’s finds! 🎉

The Fall 2026 City Wide Garage Sale is coming up, and we want YOU to be part of it!

📅 REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 18TH to have your garage sale included in the official City Wide Garage Sale Booklet!

The booklet will showcase participating garage sales throughout Washington, including what you’ll be selling, so shoppers can plan their treasure-hunting route!

To be included, you must:
✔️ Be located within Washington city limits
(If you pay the City of Washington for your water, you are considered to be in city limits.)

✔️ Register your garage sale
✔️ Tell us what you’ll be selling
✔️ List any specific or special items you want shoppers to know about
✔️ Include your garage sale hours

📖 BOOKLETS GO ON SALE SEPTEMBER 22ND–25TH!

Get registered, get ready to sell, and get ready to shop! 🛒💰

Don’t miss the deadline — September 18th is the LAST DAY to get your sale in the booklet!
1 day ago, Ashley Newman
Sat Sept 26th 2026 City Wide Garage Sale Register by Sept 18th to be included in the booklet. Booklets for sale September 22nd to 25th Image of a rack of clothing with colorful sticker dots on them with different prices in a golden yello room.
🐾 DOGGIE DIP IS JUST ONE WEEK AWAY! 🐾

Have you and your pup signed up yet? 🐶💦 Doggie Dip is next Tuesday, September 8th! There’s still time to register, but space is limited, so be sure to get your registration in before the deadline!

We’re looking forward to an evening of swimming, splashing, and making some fun memories with our four-legged friends! 🌊🐕❤️

📋 Don’t forget your dog’s records! Please bring proof of:
🐾 Rabies
🐾 Bordetella
🐾 DHPP
🐾 Spay/Neuter

And don’t forget—we have a special treat in store for our pups! 🐾👀

We’ll see you at the pool! 💦🐶
1 day ago, Ashley Newman
City of Washington Parks & Recreations Doggie Dip Tuesday September ith 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Agnes Nolting Aquatic Complex - Image of a light brown shaggy dog swimming with an oragnge toy in his mouth.

Day Shift Summary 08/31/2026

Report of a stealing in the 1000 block of East 5th Street.

Alarm in Washington Square. Accidental by employee.

Subject was stopped in the 1600 block of East 5th Street for a traffic violation. Subject was found to be operating a motor vehicle without a valid license. Subject was arrested.

Dog at large in the area of West 2nd Street and Rand Street. See Facebook post.

Subject came into the PD and reported a fraud that occurred over the phone.

A family member called about a subject that was saying erratic things to them by phone. The subject was located and we assisted in getting them to a facility for a psychological evaluation.

1 day ago, Casey Hill
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SAVE THE DATE - FIRST RESPONDER TRUNK OR TREAT!

Costumes. Candy. Decorated vehicles. First responders.
Halloween fun.

It’s almost time for one of our favorite community events, and we want to see the whole family there!

The Washington Police Department invites kids and families to join us for our First Responder Trunk or Treat at the Washington Fairgrounds. Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy an afternoon of trick-or-treating, checking out decorated vehicles, and meeting the first responders and special guests who serve our community.

Washington Fairgrounds

Saturday, October 24, 2026
2:00 PM – 4:30 PM

RAIN DATE:
Friday, October 30, 2026
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM


Kids will have the opportunity to collect treats, check out decorated vehicles and equipment, and enjoy a fun afternoon with local first responders and community partners.

This is a FREE, family-friendly community event, and all kids and families are welcome!

Mark your calendars. We can’t wait to see you there!

Invitations to area first responder agencies and our community public safety partners will be sent out today. We’re looking forward to bringing everyone together for a fun afternoon of Halloween festivities and community connection.

For more information, contact SRO Jason Angle at jangle@washmo.gov.

2 days ago, Greg Garrett
Flyer
Library program tomorrow ! Tuesday, September 1st from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Celebrate back to school at the library with a Gilmore Girls watch party. Craft a mini book journal while we watch! Ages 12 & Up
https://www.washmolib.org/o/wpl/article/3095001
2 days ago, Nelson Appell
Back to School with the Gilmore Girls

Day Shift Summary. 08/30/26

A dog was found in the area of 5th and Locust. It was returned to the owner.

Officers responded to the 2300 block of Betony Ct. for a report of unlawful burning.

Officers responded to the 1900 block of Charlottes Way for an alarm sounding.

Responded to Hwy 100 and E. 5th for a motorist assist.

Responded to Bieker and Fawn Dr. for a check the wellbeing.

Officers responded to Bieker Rd and Eckelkamp Ct. where a subject was taken into protective custody and transported to the hospital for a psychiatric evaluation.

Officers responded to the 900 block of W. 9th St. for a report of a child locked in a vehicle.

Officers responded to the 1100 block of W. 9th for an alarm sounding.

2 days ago, Doug Tollison
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📢 New Collection Schedule begins tomorrow!

🗑️ Trash: Every Tuesday, all residents
♻️ Recycling + 1 bulk item: Every other week, by section

Your first Recycling + 1 bulk item pickup under the new schedule:
• Section B (east of Hwy 47): Tuesday, September 1
• Section A (west of Hwy 47): Wednesday, September 9 (adjusted from Tuesday due to Labor Day)
3 days ago, City of Washington
📢 New Collection Schedule begins tomorrow!  🗑️ Trash: Every Tuesday, all residents ♻️ Recycling + 1 bulk item: Every other week, by section  Your first Recycling + 1 bulk item pickup under the new schedule: •	Section B (east of Hwy 47): Tuesday, September 1 •	Section A (west of Hwy 47): Wednesday, September 9 (adjusted from Tuesday due to Labor Day)

Day Shift Summary 08/29/26

Assisted EMS in the 1800 block of High St.

A injurd dog was picked up in the Washington Crossing shopping center.

A subject was arrested during a traffic stop on outstanding warrants and traffic charges in teh 1300 block of Jefferson St.

A assault was reported in the Washington Square shopping center.

A leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident was taken in the area of Bedord Center and Highway 100.

A subject was arrested on traffic charges and driving while impaired in the area of 5th and Fulton.

A dog was picked up in the 200 block of Cedar.

Responded to the areat of Steutermann Rd and Hwy A for a motorist assist.

Responded to the skate park for suspicious persons.

Alll subjects arrested are innocent until proven guilty.

4 days ago, Doug Tollison
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Contractor will resume work next week on High Street Project starting Monday August 31st. High Street will be closed to thru traffic between James Street and Third Street, Monday through Friday. Road closed and detour signs will be in place. following the attached detour map.

Please use caution in this area and utilize alternative routes if possible. There will be delays and possible street closures at times during the project. 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.
4 days ago, Charles Stankovic
High Street detour map utilizing James Street to Frank Street
📢 New Collection Schedule Starts Tuesday, September 1!

Starting Tuesday, September 1, curbside collection is changing!

🗑️ Trash: Every Tuesday, all residents
♻️ Recycling + 1 bulk item: Every other week, by section

Your first Recycling + 1 bulk item pickup under the new schedule:
• Section B (east of Hwy 47): Tuesday, September 1
• Section A (west of Hwy 47): Wednesday, September 9 (adjusted from Tuesday due to Labor Day)
4 days ago, City of Washington
📢 New Collection Schedule Starts Tuesday, September 1!  Starting Tuesday, September 1, curbside collection is changing!  🗑️ Trash: Every Tuesday, all residents ♻️ Recycling + 1 bulk item: Every other week, by section  Your first Recycling + 1 bulk item pickup under the new schedule: •	Section B (east of Hwy 47): Tuesday, September 1 •	Section A (west of Hwy 47): Wednesday, September 9 (adjusted from Tuesday due to Labor Day)

MEET YOUR WASHINGTON POLICE DEPARTMENT SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS

The new school year is underway, and we thought it was a good time to introduce the officers who spend their days getting to know our students, supporting our schools, and being part of the school community.

The Washington Police Department has proudly partnered with our schools for more than 30 years. Our D.A.R.E. program was established in the 1990s and provided the foundation for our School Resource Officer program, which began during the 1999-2000 school year at Washington High School. Today, four full-time SROs serve SDOW schools located within the City of Washington and in unincorporated Franklin County, as well as our in-town parochial schools.

SROs do much more than provide a law enforcement presence in our schools. They build relationships with students and staff, support school safety, teach D.A.R.E., provide education and guidance, and serve as trusted resources for students and families. By being present in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, at school events and throughout the community, our officers build trust and open communication. These relationships help identify concerns early, provide guidance when students need it, connect families with resources, and help prevent problems from becoming more serious.

Our goal is to address problems early, provide guidance and support, and prevent a situation from becoming a legal issue whenever possible. At the same time, we want students to know that police officers are approachable, helpful people they can turn to when they have a problem, feel unsafe, or simply need someone to talk to.

Our SROs are proud to be an active part of the school community. They are committed to building positive relationships, earning trust, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of the students they serve. We are equally proud of the strong partnerships we have built with the School District of Washington, our parochial schools, educators, families and, most importantly, our students.

Unit Commander
Lt. Joe Renkemeyer #230

Unit Supervisor
Sgt. Mike Grissom #299

Washington High School
SRO Greg Garrett #263

Washington Middle School
SRO Jason Angle #284

SDOW Elementary Schools & Early Learning Center
SRO Zach Hudson #293

Parochial Schools
SRO Wyatt Loague #268

5 days ago, Greg Garrett
SRO

Night Shift Summary. Date:08/27/2026

Officers checked the well being of tow subjects near Washington Square. Alarm sounding in the 1800 block of West Main Street. A motorist was assisted near the intersection of A Roy Drive and Highway 100. A motorist was assisted on Highway 100 near Brookview Drive. A subject was arrested for DWI during a traffic stop near the intersection of Highway 100 and Rabbit Trail Drive. The area of High Street and James Street was checked for careless driving. Officers assisted another agency in the 900 block of East 5th Street. A peace disturbance was reported in the 200 block of Front Street.

5 days ago, Dan Day
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Day Shift Summary. 08/27/2026:

A code violation was reported in Southwinds Circle

A vehicle was reported stolen from the 200 block of Carriage Court. The vehicle was later recovered and a subject was taken into custody in relation to the offense.

A vehicle crash was reported in the area if West 5th and High Street

A civil standy by was conducted in the 3200 block of Deutsch Crest Court

A subject was arrested during a traffic stop for outstanding warrants

An ex-parte violation was reported in the 200 block of Sir Williams Court

5 days ago, Mindy Schmelz
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📢 New Collection Schedule Starts Tuesday, September 1!

Have you received your post card from Waste Connections yet? Starting Tuesday, September 1, curbside collection is changing!

🗑️ Trash: Every Tuesday, all residents
♻️ Recycling + 1 bulk item: Every other week, by section

Your first Recycling + 1 bulk item pickup under the new schedule:
• Section B (east of Hwy 47): Tuesday, September 1
• Section A (west of Hwy 47): Wednesday, September 9 (adjusted from Tuesday due to Labor Day)

6 days ago, City of Washington
📢 New Collection Schedule Starts Tuesday, September 1!  Have you received your post card from Waste Connections yet? Starting Tuesday, September 1, curbside collection is changing!  🗑️ Trash: Every Tuesday, all residents ♻️ Recycling + 1 bulk item: Every other week, by section  Your first Recycling + 1 bulk item pickup under the new schedule: •	Section B (east of Hwy 47): Tuesday, September 1 •	Section A (west of Hwy 47): Wednesday, September 9 (adjusted from Tuesday due to Labor Day)

Day Shift Summary. 08/26/2026

Vehicle crash reported on Bluejay at Sunnyside

A domestic disturbance was reported in the 600 block of Penn

An informational report was taken from the area of 800 West Pride Drive

A vehicle crash was reported on Heritage Hills Drive

A stealing was reported in the 1800 block of Hwy A

Officers with this department were asked to assist Franklin County to check the well being of a subject that possibly in our venue.

A leaving the scene crash was reported in the 200 block of Olive

A suspicious person was reported in the 400 block of Lafayette

Alarm in the 500 block of East 14th St

A vehicle crash was reported in the 1400 block of Jefferson

6 days ago, Mindy Schmelz
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Sweeping grass clipping off patios, walkways, and streets is important. It helps prevent tripping hazards as well as to prevent excess grass clippings going down the storm inlets. Excess grass clippings can clog the storm system and cause unnecessary flooding, but organic debris also pollutes our waterways and can cause eutrophication – a reduction in oxygen levels in our rivers and lakes which harms and kills aquatic wildlife.

#SWPPP #washmo #waterwisewednesday #Sweepdon’tspray

8 days ago, Charles Stankovic
Sweep, don't spray text with a person pushing a broom