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! 🎵🍁
Day Shift Summary. 09/23/2026
A subject was arrested on outstanding warrants during a traffic stop in the area of Hwy 47 and East 8th Street
A subject was arrested on outstanding warrants during a traffic stop in the area of Hwy 47 and East 1 St Street
A crisis intervention report was taken in the 100 block of Carriage Court
#Trails #SWPPP #washmo #waterwisewednesday
🍽️ Dine to Donate at Aldo's tomorrow! 💙
Join us tomorrow, September 24th 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! 🍝🥗🍕
BLOOD DRIVE | SEPTEMBER 29
The American Red Cross will be hosting a Blood Drive at the Washington Public Library on:
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Washington Public Library Meeting Room
410 Lafayette St., Washington, MO 63090
Every donation can help save lives. If you’re eligible, consider making an appointment and giving blood!
Donors who give blood September 21 through October 18 can receive a $15 e-gift card.
Scan the QR code on the flyer to schedule your appointment or visit the American Red Cross at RedCrossBlood.org.
Give blood. Help save lives.
Night Shift Summary. 09/22/26
A subject was arrested at the riverfront park for property damage that occurred on 09/21/26.
A check the wellbeing was conducted in the 300 block of State St.
Officers responded to Mike Alan Dr. to assist EMS.
A check the wellbeing was conducted in the Clocktower shopping center.
A suspicious person check was conducted in the area of Hwy 100 and High St.
All subjects arrested are inncocent until proven guilty.
Night Shift Summary. 09/21/26
Officers responded to the 1700 block of A Roy Dr. for a report of shoplifiting. Two subjects were arrested during the investigation.
Officers responded to the area of Washington Ave and 3rd St. to assist the fire departrment.
Officers responded to the riverfront park for a report of property damage.
A subject was arrested in the area of Hwy 100 and Huxel Dr. for operating a motor vehicle without a valid license.
Officers responded to the Washington Crossing shopping center for an alarm sounding.
Officers responded to the 400 block of E. 2nd St. to assist EMS.
All subjects arrested are innocent until proven guilty.
🚨 Fraud Prevention Presentation 🚨
Scams are becoming more convincing every day! Come learn how to recognize the warning signs and protect yourself! Join us at Life Stream Church for a Fraud Prevention Presentation where we’ll discuss common scams, red flags to watch for, and steps you can take to avoid becoming a victim.
📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Life Stream Church
This presentation is FREE and open to the public! We encourage anyone who wants to learn more about protecting themselves and their loved ones from fraud and scams to attend. We hope to see you there!
There are only a few pre-order tickets left! If you've been waiting to grab yours, now is the time!
🎟️ Pre-order tickets are $12 and end Tuesday, September 29th!
Pre-ordering gets you:
🖤 Your very own Witches on Main Street cup
🎁 An entry into drawings for gift baskets and gift cards generously donated by some amazing local businesses!
A HUGE thank you to our wonderful prize donors for helping make this event extra magical:
✨ Bootleggers Cigars & Apothecary
🌸 Four Seasons Florist
🎬 Noboleis Vineyard
✨ Inner Sol Studio: Anchored Awareness and
Inner Sol Studio: Rod and Staff Refuge Salon & Apothecary
🍴 The Tilted Skillet
And we can't forget to give a HUGE shoutout to our amazing sponsors! Your generous donations help make all the fun performers and entertainment possible. We truly couldn't do this without your support!
Don't miss your chance to get your cup, enter the prize drawings, and enjoy a spellbinding night with your best witches!
🎟️ Pre-order by Tuesday, September 29th for $12 tickets! At the door tickets will be $15.
🧙♀️ Gather your coven. Grab your tickets. Let's make some magic! ✨
The Fall 2026 City Wide Garage Sale Booklets are officially ON SALE! 🏡🛍️
Ready to plan your treasure-hunting adventure? Grab your booklet and start mapping out your route!
📅 Booklets are available September 22nd–25th
And while you're picking up your booklet, SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL PARKS! ❤️🌳
Every booklet purchased through Parks & Recreation helps support the programs, events, and parks that make Washington a great place to live, work, and play!
📍 Washington Parks & Recreation Department
9:00 AM–4:30 PM
📍 Washington Chamber of Commerce
9:00 AM–4:30 PM
📍 Washington Public Library
9:00 AM–6:00 PM
💻 Online
Available until Friday at 2:00 PM
Inside the booklet, you’ll find participating garage sales throughout Washington, including information about what they’ll be selling, so you can plan your shopping route and find those must-have treasures!
🛒 Purchase a booklet.
🌳 Support your local parks.
🗺️ Plan your route.
💰 Find some great deals!
Shop local. Support local. And happy treasure hunting!
Join BFC at the Washington Public Library for a FREE Fraud & Scams Presentation designed to help you recognize the warning signs before you become a victim. Find More information here: https://www.washmolib.org/o/wpl/article/3141910
Night Shift Summary. 9/20/26:
Assisted EMS in the 2700 block of Rabbit Trail Dr.
Wildlife complaint was reported in the 400 block of Cedar St.
Hazards were removed from the roadway in the area of Hwy 100 and Hwy A.
A verbal domestic was reported in the 100 block of E. 6th St.
Assault was reported in the 600 block of W. 5th St.
Assisted EMS in the 1800 block of High St.
Night Shift Summary. 9/19/26:
A peace disturbance was reported in the area of Washington Square.
A peace disturbance was reported in the area of Elbert Dr.
A peace disturbance was reported in the area of 600 Blue Jay Dr.
Check the well being conducted in the area of Steutermann Dr. and Michelle Dr.
Assisted EMS in the area of Carriage Ct.
A male was arrested for driving while intoxicated in the area of Jefferson St. and 14th St.
An intoxicated male was reported in the area of Eckelkamp Ct.
A motor vehicle crash occurred in the 500 block of E. 5th St. during the investigation a male was arrested for driving while intoxicated.
Suspicious activity was reported in the 900 block of E. 5th St.
Alarm sounding in the area of Phoenix Center Dr.
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