🚧 Washington Landfill Closure – Monday, October 5
The Washington Landfill will be closed on Monday, October 5, for repaving the road into the landfill.
The crew will be out on Sunday, October 4, to mill and prepare the road, with paving scheduled for Monday. We plan to reopen the landfill on Tuesday, October 6, as regularly scheduled.
If any work remains unfinished on Monday, it will be completed on Tuesday, with traffic control in place to allow access to the landfill.
Thank you for your patience and understanding while this work is completed.
Due to the weather, Witches on Main Street has moved locations! But don’t worry, witches—the magic is still happening! ✨🧹
📍 NEW LOCATION:
🧙♀️ The Auditorium
211 High Street, Washington, MO
The event is still happening TOMORROW night! 🎉
🚪 Gates Open: 5:30 PM
✨ Event Begins: 6:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets at the Door: $15
🧙♀️ 21+ Women Only
Share this post with your coven so nobody ends up at the wrong cauldron! 🧹😂
Same witches. Same magic. NEW LOCATION! 🔮✨
We’ll see you at the Auditorium! 🧙♀️🖤
Witches on Main Street wouldn’t be possible without the incredible businesses, organizations, and community members who continue to believe in this event and support us year after year. Because of YOU, we are able to keep the magic alive and continue bringing this fun night to our community! 🖤
🍺 WITCHES BREW SPONSORS
✨ Bank of Washington
✨ Janie Schriewer & Associates
✨ Pepsi
✨ Washington Chamber of Commerce
🪄 MAGIC POTION SPONSORS
✨ Ballmann Earthworks
✨ Bank of Franklin County
✨ Citizens Bank
✨ ELS Properties
✨ NOC Technology
🔮 CRYSTAL BALL SPONSOR
✨ Edward Jones
🎁 A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS!
Andy’s Produce
Big Boys Subs
Bootleggers Cigars & Apothecary
Calvin’s Distributing Co.
Four Seasons Florist
Noboleis Vineyard
Inner Sol Studio’s Anchored Awareness
Inner Sol Studio’s Rod and Staff Refuge Salon & Apothecary
Serendipity Slush Co.
The Tilted Skillet
Your generosity helps provide prizes, entertainment, activities, and all the little touches that make Witches on Main Street such a special event. More importantly, your support helps us continue to grow this event and bring it back to our community year after year.
🖤 AND WE CAN’T FORGET OUR AMAZING VOLUNTEERS! 🖤
A HUGE shoutout to all of the men and women who volunteer their time to help work Witches on Main Street! From setup and decorations to working the event and helping everything run smoothly, you are an essential part of making this night happen.
Without you, our vendors, sponsers, donners, and volunteers, we wouldn’t be able to do this at all! Your time, energy, and willingness to attend, donate, and help mean more than you know.
From the entire City of Washington Parks & Recreation team, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! 🧙♀️🖤
This event truly takes a community—and we are so grateful to have one that shows up, supports us, and helps us keep the magic going! ✨
Night Shift Summary 09/29/26
A peace disturbance was reported in the 500 block of East 5th. One subject was taken into custody on outstanding warrants.
A subject reported being bitten by a dog in the 600 block of West 9th.
A peace disturbance was reported at the riverfront parking lot.
Day Shift Summary 09/29/26
A suspicious person was reported in the 100 block of E. 14th St.
Homeless activity in the area of Elbert Dr.
A suspicious person was reported in the 500 block of Madison Ave.
Assisted Children's Division in the 600 block of W. 2nd St.
Found property was reported in the 700 block of W. 2nd St.
A parking complaint was reported in the 900 block of E. 5th St.
Fraud was reported in the 300 block of Meadow Dr.
A parking complaint was reported in the 100 block of Dawn Dr.
A motor vehicle crash occurred in the 400 block of E. 14th St.
A peace disturbance was reported in the 1700 block of A Roy Dr.
An animal complaint was reported in the 2300 block of Gold Crest Ct.
A traffic complaint was reported in the area of Kimberly Ct.
🍂 Music on the Main Stage tonight!🎶
Join us tonight for Friends of Aaron on the Main Stage at the fairgrounds!
Enjoy this FREE, family-friendly concert presented by the City of Washington Parks & Recreation Charitable Foundation. Bring your food, drink, lawn chairs and blankets, settle in, and enjoy an evening of music under the fall sky!
We hope you'll join us for a great night of music and community! 🎵🍁
RAIN OR SHINE, Witches on Main Street IS HAPPENING! So don’t let a little weather scare you away. Grab your coven and get ready for a magical night!
⏰ PRE-ORDER TICKET SALES END AT THE WITCHING HOUR TONIGHT! ⏰
🎟️ Pre-order tickets: $12
🎟️ At the door: $15
📅 Thursday, October 1st
🚪 Gates open at 5:30 PM
✨ Event begins at 6:00 PM
And witches, it’s time to start planning your look! 🖤
👗 Wear your witchiest apparel
😈 Prepare your witchiest cackle
🎩 Bring your best witch hat
🧹 Bring your best broom
Why? Because we’ll be pestowing the most "Hex-cellent" Witch in each category! 🧙♀️🏆
🌧️ WEATHER UPDATE:
Be sure to check your email and check back here tomorrow! We will keep everyone updated and let you know if the event location needs to change due to the weather. No matter what, the witches are coming out to play!
So hurry up and get those pre-order tickets before the witching hour strikes! Don’t miss your chance to get your Witches on Main Street cup and be entered into our prize drawings!
🧙♀️ Rain or shine, we’ll see you October 1st!
Gather your coven. Dress to impress. And let’s get witchy! ✨
Night Shift Summary. 09/28/2026
A subject was arrested for possession of drugs during a traffic stop in the area of Hwy 100 and Bedford Center
A domestic was reported in the 6700 block of Hwy 100
A subject was arrested for DWI in the area of Hwy 100 and Recreation Drive
Day Shift Summary. 9/28/26:
A verbal domestic occurred in the area of W. 11th St.
A derelict vehicle was reported in the area of Tiemann Dr. and N. Park Dr.
Officers responded to an alarm sounding in the 600 block of W. Front St.
A female was arrested for stealing in the 1700 block of A Roy Dr.
A miscellaneous juvenile report was completed in the 4300 block of St. Johns Rd.
Assisted Children's Division in the 600 block of W. 2nd St.
A motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of Hwy 100 and Hwy 47.
A motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of Hwy 47 and 5th St.
🍂 Music on the Main Stage!🎶
Join us on Wednesday, September 30, for an evening of live music, good food, and time with friends and family!
🎸 Friends of Aaron
📅 September 30 | 6–8 PM
📍 Main Stage Lawn at the Fairgrounds
Enjoy this FREE, family-friendly concert presented by the City of Washington Parks & Recreation Charitable Foundation. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, settle in, and enjoy an evening of music under the fall sky!
We hope you'll join us for a great night of music and community! 🎵🍁
💕 THANK YOU, WASHINGTON!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Fall 2026 City Wide Garage Sale — whether you registered a sale, purchased a booklet, went shopping, or helped spread the word.
The City Wide Garage Sale is a fundraiser for the Washington Parks & Recreation Department. Proceeds provide additional support for Parks & Recreation programs, events and park improvements.
We appreciate everyone who participated and helped make this year’s sale a success. Thank you for supporting Washington Parks & Recreation!
WFD call summary, Sept. 12-23
9/12: exterior fire, Hwy A
service call, Calvin Ln.
9/13: check area, Elm st.
9/15: wires, Whiskey Creek Rd.
wires, Sunset Bluffs
9/16: exterior gas leak, W. 4th St.
9/17: mutual aid, New Haven-Berger
check area, Missouri River
9/18: mutual aid, New Haven-Berger
assist EMS, E. 5th St.
alarm, Elm St.
assist EMS, Old Hwy 100
vehicle accident, Hwy KK
9/19: vehicle accident, E. 5th St.
assist EMS, Elbert Dr.
alarm, W. Main St.
assist EMS, Carriage Ct.
9/20: vehide accident, E. 5th St.
9/21: alarm, Washington Crossing
9/22: assist EMS, Rabbit Trail Dr.
Professional Volunteer Service since 1852 #wfd #volunteerfiredepartment #washmo
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
Tomorrow is Family Health & Fitness Day—a reminder to step outside, get moving, and spend meaningful time with the people you love.
Whether you visit a neighborhood playground, walk a local trail or start a game in the backyard, staying active together can support healthier habits while creating memories that last.
Find Inspiration for Outdoor Play!
Celebrating doesn’t require an elaborate plan. Choose an activity everyone can enjoy and make moving together the focus of your day. Here are some simple ways to celebrate!
🛝Visit a local playground
🚲Take a family walk or bike ride
🥅Organize an outdoor game
🌄Explore a new park or recreation space
Night Shift Summary. 9/24/26:
Peace disturbance reported in the area of Washington Square.
A parking violation was reported in the area of Main St. and Elm St.
A male was issued a summons for no driver's license in the 2300 block of E. 5th St.
A peace disturbance was reported in the 300 block of MacArthur St.
An open door was reported in the 800 block of W. 5th St.
Homeless activity in the 1000 block of Borgia Dr.
Assisted EMS in the 1600 block of High St.
Alarm sounding in the 900 block of Don Ave.
Day Shift Summary. 09/25/2026
A fraud was reported on Cable Car Drive
A traffic complaint was made in the 1900 block of Image Drive
A fraud was reported in the 2500 block of King Crest Court
A subject was arrested on warrants during a traffic stop in the area of Highway 100 and Washington Crossing
A vehicle collision was reported on Oxford Drive
Officers attended the ribbon cutting ceremony to dedicate the new riverfront flag plaza
🚨📖 LAST CHANCE TO GRAB YOUR CITY WIDE GARAGE SALE BOOKLET! 📖🚨
Today is the LAST DAY to purchase your Fall 2026 City Wide Garage Sale Booklet!
Before you head out to hunt for those hidden treasures, stop by and grab your copy!
And remember — when you purchase your booklet from Parks & Recreation, you're helping support your local parks, programs, and community events! 🌳❤️
📍 Parks & Recreation Department
9:00 AM–4:30 PM
📍 Chamber of Commerce
9:00 AM–4:30 PM
📍 Washington Public Library
9:00 AM–6:00 PM
💻 Online
Available until 2:00 PM today
🏡 Find the sales.
🛍️ Find the treasures.
🌳 Support your local parks!
Grab your booklet and get ready to SHOP!
🍽️ Dine to Donate at Aldo's tonight! 💙
Join us tomorrow, tonight at Aldo’s for a delicious way to give back to our community!
This Dine to Donate event is sponsored by the City of Washington and will benefit United Way. ❤️
📅 Thursday, September 24
📍 Aldo’s
💙 Benefiting United Way
🤝 Sponsored by the City of Washington
Bring your family and friends, grab a bite, and make your meal count! We hope to see you there! 🍝🥗🍕
The lights at Phoenix Park Tennis Courts are currently not working. Our team is working to identify and repair the issue as soon as possible.
We are hopeful that the lights will be back up and running by Friday! 🤞💡
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience while we work to get this issue resolved. 💚
🍂 Music on the Main Stage!🎶
Mark your calendars and make plans to join us Wednesday, September 30, for an evening of live music, good food, and time with friends and family!
🎸 Friends of Aaron
📅 September 30 | 6–8 PM
📍 Main Stage Lawn at the Fairgrounds
Enjoy this FREE, family-friendly concert presented by the City of Washington Parks & Recreation Charitable Foundation. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, settle in, and enjoy an evening of music under the fall sky!
We hope you'll join us for a great night of music and community! 🎵🍁
