A ribbon cutting was held at 5:00 Monday night, and as fate would have it, we were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident at 5:04. Just after this picture was taken, pumper 8110 and many of the personnel here were en route to the call, before the pumper had even been parked in its new home.
A formal dedication ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 3, at 2:00 p.m. All are invited to attend.
“Effective 18:00 on March 30, 2026, Engine 8110 is to move into the new Fire Station 1, located at 2698 Phoenix Park Drive. This engine and crew are to permanently operate out of this fire station as their new home under the direction of Captain Matt Coleman.
This move is possible by the vision, planning and work of the entire department, past and present.
The department owes a debt of gratitude to the citizens of Washington for entrusting the department with funds to construct such a state of the art facility.
This marks a historic day in the City of Washington and fire department history, placing a new fire station into service. This new station expands the coverage and readiness of the department overall.
May all that respond from this station respond, operate and return home safe!”
Bitcoin ATMs & Scams – What You Need to Know
Scammers are constantly evolving—and right now, cryptocurrency scams are on the rise, especially those involving Bitcoin.
Here’s how it typically works:
A scammer pressures a victim to send money using Bitcoin, often directing them to a Bitcoin ATM to complete the transaction.
⚠️ RED FLAG ALERT:
If someone tells you to use a Bitcoin ATM to send money it is almost always a scam.
📍 Yes, these machines exist locally, even in Washington, MO.
💡 Why scammers use Bitcoin ATMs:
• Transactions are hard to trace
• Victims are often rushed or pressured
• Scammers don’t care about the high fees
💸 The truth about Bitcoin ATMs:
• Fees can be as high as 20%
• Legitimate crypto users typically use trusted platforms (around 3% fees)
• It’s estimated that up to 99% of Bitcoin ATM transactions are tied to scams
🚫 Bottom line:
If you are asked to send money through a Bitcoin ATM STOP!!! DO NOT SEND IT.
👀 See something? Say something.
If you notice someone (especially an elderly individual) using a Bitcoin ATM and appearing unsure or distressed, consider politely warning them, it could save them from becoming a victim.
📢 Help us spread awareness by sharing this post and protect our community!
Gather up your gently used items and get ready for the Annual City-Wide Garage Sale!
For just $10, we’ll help promote your sale by listing your address and a few featured items in an official event booklet—making it easy for shoppers to find you!
✨ This is an affordable and effective way to get more visitors to your garage sale and clear out those unused treasures.
📍 Register in person at the City of Washington Parks & Recreation Office
📅 Registration deadline: Friday, April 24
📖 Garage Sale Booklets will be available for purchase Tuesday, April 28 through Friday, May 1 at:
• Parks & Recreation Office
• Chamber of Commerce
• The Library
🌧️ In case of rain, participation decisions will be left up to each individual seller.
Don’t miss out—sign up today and turn your clutter into cash!
We’re celebrating a BIG milestone — our 50th Annual Bicycle Safety Rodeo is rolling into town! 🚴♂️🎉
Join us on May 16th for a fun-filled day of biking, safety, and community! You won’t want to miss this special event!
📅 Mark your calendars now and keep an eye out for more details coming soon!
#BikeRodeo #SaveTheDate #CommunityEvent #50YearsStrong
🥎 Co-Ed Softball League is Back! 🥎
Get your team together and join the action starting April 22nd! Whether you're in it to win it or just for fun, this league is the perfect way to stay active and meet new people.
📅 Games: Every Wednesday
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
💲 Team Fee: $275
🔞 Must be 18 or older to play
👉 Don’t wait—spots fill up fast! Register your team today:
• Stop by in person
• Call us at 636.390.1080
• Or sign up online: https://www.washmoparksandrec.com
📍 Washington Parks & Recreation
405 Jefferson St
Washington, MO
Tag your teammates and let’s play ball! ⚾
The bathrooms at Rennick Riverfront Restrooms are officially back open! Whether you’re out for a walk, enjoying the riverfront, or just passing through, you can once again count on a clean and convenient stop.
Thanks for your patience while they were closed—we’re happy to have this essential spot back up and running for the community. See you out by the river! 🌊
Night Shift Summary. 04/01/26
Officers responded to the area of 3rd and Madison for a report of a peace disturbance.
Officers responded for debris in the roadway Hwy 100 and A Roy
A check the wellbeing was conducted in the area of Southwinds Circle
Officers responded to the 500 block of E. 8th St. for a 911 open line.
Bulk item collection for properties served by dumpsters will occur during the following weeks:
April 20–24
October 19–23
Pickup will take place on each property’s regularly scheduled dumpster service day only, not throughout the entire week. Please place bulk items at the designated collection area prior to your normal service day.
**ON GOING SCAM ISSUES**
With the development of AI, the scams have become more elaborate to make you feel that any communication is legitimate. Scammers are obtaining your personal, financial, family, and work information from the internet and social media, and using the information to make themselves sound realistic and legitimate. As the scams become more advanced, more people will become victims. There are a few common factors that should be instant red flags no matter how legit.
1. The request to liquidate your accounts.
2. The purchase of gift cards.
3. The purchase of bitcoin. Especially at a kiosk. Legit traders do not use them. About 98% of their usage is scam related.
4. The caller is rushing you to do something. This is to get you to act before your brain has a chance to think.
5. Cash payments picked up by a courier or mailed via USPS are scams. Especially if the caller is directing you on how to do it.
6. No Law Enforcement agency is going to call you to tell you that you have a warrant or that you missed jury duty, or didn't pay your toll fees, or pay your parking tickets, etc. And to add to that, tell you that you need to pay in bitcoin or gift cards.
7. Anyone that tells you that you won something and must send them money for the taxes, is lying and it's a scam.
8. If you sell an item and the purchaser sends you a check for more than the amount due, it's a scam.
9. Don't click on pop-up windows on your computer. Especially if it says that your computer is infected and they want access to it.
10. The IRS does not call you because you or someone you love owes them money. That's a scam.
Remember this, slow down when you get these calls and think. Don't use any phone number they give you to confirm what you are hearing. Do your own diligence and look up the phone numbers yourself and call. If you have any questions about a call or pop-up, contact law enforcement BEFORE you act.
And as a side note, don't send your private images to someone you think you know on the internet. Because the internet is forever, and your friends and family don't want to see them when you run out of money to send the extortionist at the other end of the keyboard.
Stay tuned for further facts/information in regard to scams with our Friday Fraud Facts post.
Night Shift Summary 03/31/2026
Peace disturbance on Village West Court. Subject causing the disturbance left.
Stealing reported in the 1000 block of Madison Avenue.
Harassment reported in the 100 block of Rabbit Trail Drive.
Suspicious persons on Elbert Drive. Subjects were asked to move along.
Day Shift Summary. 03/31/26:
Suspicious activity was reported in the 700 block of W. 8th St.
A peace disturbance was reported in the 700 block of Fremont St.
Found property was turned in at Police HQ.
Stealing was reported in the area of Washington Corners.
A check the well-being was conducted in the 600 block of Wilson St.
A male was arrested on a fugitive warrant in the 100 block of E. 4th St.
A leaving the scene motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of E. 3rd St. and Locust St. during the investigation a female was arrested for driving while intoxicated.
A check the well-being was conducted in the 900 block of E. 5th St.
An animal at large was reported in the 700 block of Burnside St.
Fraud was reported in the 200 block of Hara Ln.
ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT
Night Shift Summary 03/30/2026
Peace disturbance at the riverfront. A large gathering at the riverfront was mostly quiet but a few people ruined it for everyone. They were asked to leave and citations were issued for careless and reckless driving.
Subject in the 1900 block of East 9th Street was in a mental health crisis. Subject was taken to the hospital to be evaluated.
Subject was stopped in the 500 block of West Front Street after it was reported they were driving while intoxicated. The subject was found to be intoxicated and was arrested.
Peace disturbance in the 100 block of East 6th Street. Subject causing the disturbance agreed to quiet down.
Peace disturbance in Washington Square. Subjects causing the disturbance left.
Suspicious person in the area of West 2nd Street and Rand Street. Subject was contacted and was waiting for their ride.
Peace disturbance in the 1700 block of Madison Avenue. A construction crew was advised they could not start noisy work until 7 am per City of Washington ordinance.
Day Shift Summary. 03/30/26:
A stray dog was located in the 1100 block of James St. and returned to the owner.
Threats were reported in the 700 block of Fremont St.
Assisted EMS in the area of Patients First Dr.
Check the well-being was conducted in the 600 block of W. 7th St.
A peace disturbance was reported in the 100 block of E. 10th St.
A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 900 block of Jefferson St.
A male was arrested for driving while revoked in the area of W. Front St. and Cedar St.
Property damage was reported in the 4100 block of Brookview Dr.
A private property motor vehicle crash was reported in the 300 block of W. 5th St.
ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT
Looking for a fun and meaningful way for your kid to spend part of their summer? Our Junior Lifeguards program is the perfect opportunity to build confidence, learn valuable skills, and have a great time by the water!
📅 June 22–26, 2026
⏰ 9 AM – 12 PM
👥 Ages 11–16
💲 $93
Participants will learn:
✅ Water safety
✅ Leadership skills
✅ Basic work skills
✅ Lifeguard fundamentals
✅ First aid & CPR basics
Spots fill quickly, so don’t wait—registration ends June 18th! 🗓️
Dive into a week of learning, teamwork, and fun! 💦
🚧FRONT STREET CONSTRUCTION NOTICE 🚧
The City of Washington is scheduled to begin the final phase of the Front Street Utility Burial Project to get overhead utility lines installed underground and remove the poles.
Construction is scheduled to begin on April 6 starting on Front Street near Lafayette Street working west to Olive Street. Crews will be shutting down Front Street one block at a time beginning between Lafayette and Oak. Construction will be taking place over the next several months. Most of the construction impacting street closures should be complete in June. But additional work will be ongoing into the fall.
Please use caution in this area and follow construction signs. Utilize alternate routes if possible. We appreciate your patience as this project is completed to improve downtown Washington.
Access to Riverfront Park will remain open during construction.
Avoid open burning, properly dispose of smoking materials, and secure trailer chains to prevent sparks. Even small actions can help prevent a dangerous situation.
City of Washington Emergency Management Agency
Day Shift Summary. Date:03-29-2026
A domestic assault report was taken in the area of A Roy Drive.
A stealing from a motor vehicle report was taken in the area of Washington Crossing.
Day Shift Summary. Date:03-27-2026
A male subject was transported to the hospital for assistance with some mental health struggles.
A verbal domestic report was taken in the 400 block of Burnside.
A vehicle was struck in the 2000 block of Fox Crest. The other vehicle left the scene.
The Washington City Parks & Rec Easter Egg Hunt is happening Saturday, March 28th at 9 AM sharp at the Washington Fairgrounds—don’t be late, the eggs go fast! ⏰
Kids will be divided by age groups, so everyone gets a fair shot at finding those hidden treasures. With thousands of eggs scattered around and a special visit from the Easter Bunny, it’s going to be a morning full of smiles, surprises, and springtime magic! 🌼✨
Grab your basket and get ready to hunt—there are plenty of egg-citing surprises waiting just for you! 💐🐇
#EasterFun #EggHunt #SpringEvents #FamilyFun #WashMoParks
Day Shift Summary. Date: 03/26/2026
Suspicious activity was reported on Camp Street at the intersection of East Rose Lane.
A suspicious vehicle was checked on the parking lot at the riverfront.
An animal was checked on in the area of Washington Square.
Questions in reference to a civil issue were answered.
Assisted another agency on Oxford Drive.
Vehicle crash on Highway 100 at the intersection of Jefferson Street.
