🎬🍿 Movie in the Park is back! 🍿🎬

Join The City of Washington Park and Parks & Recreation for a fun evening under the stars!

📅 Thursday, June 25
⏰ At dark (approximately 8:30 PM)
📍 Amphitheater at the Fairgrounds
🎟️ FREE Event

🌟 Featured Movie: Smurfs 🌟

Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, family, and friends for a relaxing night watching a movie on the big screen. Prefer to stay in your vehicle? You can enjoy the movie from your car, too!

🥤 Be sure to bring your own snacks and drinks.

Don't miss this free community event—come out and enjoy a magical summer night with your favorite blue friends!
about 2 hours ago, Ashley Newman
Thursaday June 25, 2026 Free event Movie in the Park featuring the Smurfs movie

Day Shift Summary. 06/22/2026

A subject wished to have the well being checked on subject in the 200 block of Elm. They were fine.

A peace disturbance and trespassing were reported in the 100 block of E 5th

An accidental injury was reported in the 200 block of High Street

A non-injury vehicle crash was reported at Hwy 100 and Aroy Drive

A subject was arrested for outstanding warrants in the 1800 block of West Main

A subject reported a leaving the scene crash in the 3100 block of Phoenix Center Drive. Cameras were checked and the crash did not occur at that location.

about 2 hours ago, Mindy Schmelz
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Night Shift Summary 06/22/2026

Private property non-injury traffic crash reported in the 900 block of East 5th Street.

Report of someone breaking into a residence on Southwinds Circle. It was the resident who had been locked out.

Suspicious person in the 300 block of West Front Street. Subject was moved along.

about 3 hours ago, Casey Hill
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Night Shift Summary. 06/21/26

Officers responded to the 700 block of E. 5th for a check the wellbeing.

A subject came into the police department to report a stealing.

A subject was arrested in the area of 8th and Henry on traffic charges.

All subjects arrested are innocent until proven guilty

1 day ago, Doug Tollison
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Night Shift Summary. 06/19/26

A peace disturbance was reported in the area of Southwinds and E. 14th St.

A peace disturbance was reported in the Phoenix Center shopping center.

Officers assisted EMS near the city auditorium.

A peace disturbance was reported in the area of the skate park.

A peace disturbance was reported in the area of W. 5th and Hill St.

A domestic assault was reported in the area of Southwinds and E. 14th St.

A peace disturbance was reported in the area of the skate park.

Officers responded to the area of the 500 block of E. 5th St. for an alarm sounding.

Officers responded to the Heritage Hill area for suspicious persons report.

A peace disturbance was reported in the 500 block of Monty View.

Officers responded to Town and Country Dr. for an alarm sounding.

A suspicious person was checked on in the area of Bedford Center.

1 day ago, Doug Tollison
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Night Shift Summary. 06/20/26

Officers responded to the area of Bedford Center and Hwy 100 for an alarm sounding.

A check the wellbeing was conducted in the area of the Washington Square shopping center.

A subject was arrested for driving while intoxicated in the area of the Washington Crossing shopping center.

All subjects arrested are innocent until proven guilty.

1 day ago, Doug Tollison
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Day Shift Summary Date:06/20/26

Checked on a subject in the area of Steutermann Road. He was fine.

Violation of a court order. Male subject was arrested for violating a restraining order.

A report of a dump truck driving in a carless manner was reported. We were able to locate the truck and driver. Several citations were issued related to his driving.

A stealing was reported in the 1000 block of Washington Square.

Assisted UPD with a leaving the scene of a crash. We were able to make contact with suspect vehicles. UPD responded and handled the situation.

Arrests do not imply guilt.

2 days ago, Matt Cooper
Police Car Lights with the text "Day Shift Summary"

Day Shift Summary. Date:06/19/26

Leaving the scene of a crash in the area of Heritage Hills.

Dumpster fire in the area of Ronsick Field.

Leaving the scene of a crash in the area of Washington Crossing.

2 days ago, Matt Cooper
Police Car Lights with the text "Day Shift Summary"
☀️🏕️ Summer Camp Session 4 Begins Monday, June 22nd! 🏕️☀️

The City of Washington is excited to kick off another week of summer adventures with all of our Session 4 campers! 🎉😎

Get ready for days filled with games, crafts, outdoor fun, laughter, friendships, and unforgettable summer memories! 🌳🎨💦🏃‍♀️ Our camp staff is ready to make this another amazing week for your campers.

Parents & guardians — thank you for being part of our summer camp program! Please make sure campers arrive ready for fun with water bottles, sunscreen, comfortable clothes, and plenty of energy! 😄

📞 Have questions before camp starts? Contact the Parks & Recreation Department Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM — we’re happy to help!

🚨 All camp sessions are currently full 🚨
Be sure to keep an eye out for next year’s open enrollment announcements because spots fill quickly every summer! 👀

We can’t wait to see everyone Monday! 🌞🙌
4 days ago, Ashley Newman
Image Reads Session 4 Summer Camp Starting with a image of 4 kids racing in a field

Night Shift Summary 06/18/26

A stealing was reported in the 2000 block of Washington Crossing

Homeless activity near 5th and Market Street.

4 days ago, Mindy Schmelz
Police car lights with the text "Night Shift Summary"
🚨 FRAUD FRIDAY FACT 🚨

Bad news: Scammers are getting more creative.

Good news: They're apparently desperate enough to try scamming police officers now.

One of our own officers recently received a voicemail from "AT&T" claiming a 50% discount was about to be removed from their account because they failed to respond to a previous call.

There was just one problem...

AT&T had never called in the first place.

Fortunately, our officer recognized this as a red flag. After doing some research, they confirmed this was a scam making the rounds.

Here's how it works:
📱 Scammers leave voicemails pretending to be AT&T employees.
📱 They want you to call them back.
📱 Once they have you on the phone, they try to collect PINs, account information, and other identifiers.
📱 They then use that information to access accounts and steal money.

The takeaway? If a company claims there is a problem with your account, don't call the number from the voicemail. Instead, contact the company directly using the phone number listed on your bill, their official website, or their mobile app.

Remember: If scammers are willing to take a shot at a police officer, they're willing to take a shot at anyone.

Stay alert, Washington!

P.S. Our artistic officer drew another image for your viewing pleasure......
5 days ago, Elizabeth Broeker
Scam Post
🎶 Summer nights = Music at the Market! 🎶
Join us July 9 from 5–8 PM featuring Extremely Unplugged!
🍗 Food: Big Boys Subs & Wings
🍷 Wine: Adam Puchta Winery
🍹 Bartender: Bank of Washington
Come hungry, stay for the music, and enjoy the evening with us!
5 days ago, Ashley Newman
Music at the Market 5pm-8pm May 14th, June 11th, July 9th, Sept. 10th, and Oct 8th. Image lists the band, food vendor, winery, and company providing the bar for each day.  All food and drinks are for purchase. Corn hole & Koosh ball games are set up for use during event. NOTE: The Farmers’ Market has been designated as a festival district from 4-9 p.m. on Music at the Market days. Main Street will be CLOSED between Cedar Street and the Main & Elm parking lot. Parking is still available in the lots at Main & Elm and Main & Cedar. NO pets or coolers will be allowed.

Night Shift Summary. 06/17/2026

A report of stalking was made on M.E. Frick Drive

Check the well being of a subject on Pickford Dr. Everything was fine.

5 days ago, Mindy Schmelz
Police car lights with the text "Night Shift Summary"

Day Shift Summary. Date: 06/17/2026

Property was turned in at the police department and later returned to the owner. Officers assisted another agency in the 200 block of West 5th Street. Officers spoke with a subject who had questions about homeless subjects in the 1400 block of East 8th Street. Officers checked on an animal near Washington Square. Officers spoke with a subject who had questions in reference to a civil matter. A private property crash was reported near Washington Square. A private property crash was reported in the 900 block of Bieker Road.

5 days ago, Dan Day
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Due to construction operations to keep workers and traveling public safe, High Street will experience daily closures during the roadway project.

First closure will be Thursday June 18th. Closures will only be during working hours 7am - 4pm. Road will open when workers are not present. Roadway will be available for local traffic to access residence.

We appreciate your patience with this project. Please utilize alternate routes if possible. Follow posted detour signs.

5 days ago, Charles Stankovic
Detour map for High Street closure utilizing Louis Street and James Street
City offices, the Washington Public Library, Landfill, and Recycling Center will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth.

Curbside trash collection schedules will not be affected.
6 days ago, City of Washington
City offices, the Washington Public Library, Landfill, and Recycling Center will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth.   Curbside trash collection schedules  will not be affected.
Wind Advisory in effect today from 1:00PM until 8:00PM. Strong winds will gust up to 45 to 50 mph today ahead of potential severe thunderstorms along a cold front that will move across the area. Bring in loose outdoor objects and drive cautiously today.

City of Washington Emergency Management Agency
6 days ago, Justin Frankenberg
Weather Threat
Severe weather potential for the area this evening. All hazards are possible. Please stay weather aware this afternoon and have multiple ways of receiving weather alerts. STAY SAFE!!

City of Washington Emergency Management Agency
6 days ago, Justin Frankenberg
Weather Threat
Looking for ways this summer to do your part to help improve water quality for our local waterways. Here are some tips for things you can do at home that make a difference.

#SWPPP #washmo #waterwisewednesday
7 days ago, Charles Stankovic
Be a Summer Stormwater Steward with tips about sweeping grass clipping, pick up pet waste, mulch bare dirt, and redirect downspouts
🚔 WE’RE HIRING! 🚔

Looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel supported while doing it? Join the team at the Washington Police Department!

✔ Competitive Pay
✔ Exceptional Benefits
✔ Supportive Team Environment
✔ An Amazing Community Behind Us

If you’re ready to serve a community that truly appreciates its officers, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of something bigger.
7 days ago, City of Washington
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