City crews installed infiltration trenches earlier this year along the newly paved Riverfront Park parking lot. Recently information signs were installed. Check them out and learn more about ways to treat stormwater runoff and improve water quality.

#RiverfrontPark #SWPPP #washmo #waterwisewednesday
26 days ago, Charles Stankovic
Riverfront stormwater sign
Riverfront Park Signs
📦 WMS Canned Food Drive 🥫
October 20th – November 14th 2025

Students at the Washington Middle School (WMS) are partnering with Loving Hearts and the Washington Police Department to collect non-perishable canned food items for those in need. WMS students can bring canned goods to their homeroom for collection and the homeroom with the most items will win a free pizza party!

If you’d like to donate but don’t have a student at WMS, please take items directly to Loving Hearts, 1902 West Main St., Washington, MO. 🚫In order to maintain the safety and security of the school campus, please do not drop off items at WMS unless you have a student enrolled there.🚫

Questions?
Please reach out to your student’s Homeroom Teacher for more information or contact:
👮‍♂️SRO Zach Hudson #293 – zhudson@washmo.gov
❤️Loving Hearts – 636-390-8300

#WASHMO #bluejaypride# gobluejays #cannedfooddrive
27 days ago, Greg Garrett
Press Release

With The Great ShakeOut drill taking place tomorrow. Remember the City of Washington offers CodeRed. A way to stay informed and receive emergency notifications. Follow the link below if you wish to sign up. Also use the link if you are already signed up and need to update your information for a change of address and or phone number.

🚨 Stay Informed, Stay Safe! Sign Up for CodeRED Alerts Today! 🚨

The City of Washington is committed to keeping our community safe and informed. CodeRED is our emergency notification system
that delivers critical alerts directly to your phone, email, or text—whether it’s severe weather, road closures, or public safety emergencies.


🔗 Sign Up Now: https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/en-US/AB7B4BD63794


📱 Get Notifications: Customize how you receive alerts—voice calls, texts, or emails.
🏠 Stay Connected: This service is FREE and available to all Washington residents.
Don't wait! Ensure you're prepared for the unexpected. ✅
#WashingtonMO #CodeRED #StaySafe #EmergencyAlerts #CommunitySafety



City of Washington Communications
City of Washington Emergency Management Agency

27 days ago, Justin Frankenberg
Tomorrow October 16th, 2025, at 10:16AM the City of Washington will be participating in The Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill. This is a great time to practice and review your emergency plan. For more information, please visit www.shakeout.org.
27 days ago, Justin Frankenberg
Earthquake Drill

Day Shift Summary 10/14/2025

Non-injury private property vehicle crash on Willows Court.

Non-injury traffic crash on Highway 100 at Jefferson Street.

Non-injury traffic crash on Highway 47 at Highway 100.

Property damage reported in the 1400 block of East 8th Street.

27 days ago, Casey Hill
Day Shift Summary

"Legal Docs Every Young Adult Should Have." Be prepared! Lawyer Jennifer DiCarlo from Special Trust Legal LLC will be here to answer questions and give advice on important documents your young adult (18+) may need. Adult/Teen

28 days ago, Nelson Appell
Legal Docs Every Young Adult Should Have
Coffee with the Mayor – Tuesday, Oct. 21 at Liberty Hall!
Join us for good coffee and great conversation! This month’s guest is Deb Giffin, owner of The Swallow’s Nest—a successful local business and a true Washington favorite. Deb will share her story and insights on what it takes to run a thriving small business in our community.
Doors open at 7:30 a.m., and the discussion starts at 8:00 a.m. Everyone’s welcome—see you there!
28 days ago, City of Washington
Coffee with the Mayor

Day Shift Summary 10/13/2025

Non-injury vehicle crash on Highway 100 at Highway 47.

Found property near West 2nd Street and Olive Street.

Assisted EMS on Blue Jay Drive. Patient left in care of EMS.

Report of a raccoon acting strangely in the 2000 block of East 5th Street. The raccoon was relocated.

Minor injury crash on Highway 100 at Washington Corners.

Non-injury private property crash in the 800 block of East 3rd Street.

Minor injury crash on East 8th Street at Sunnyside Drive.

Non-injury crash on Highway 100 at Washington Corners.

Assisted WFD with an alarm in the 800 block of East 5th Street.

28 days ago, Casey Hill
Day Shift Summary

Night Shift Summary. 10/13/25:

Parking complaint in the 4000 block of Brookview Dr.

A miscellaneous juvenile report was completed in the 500 block of W. 9th St.

Stealing was reported in the 1700 block of E. 5th St.

A motor vehicle crash occurred in the 500 block of E. 5th St.

A verbal domestic was reported in the area of Norwood Ct. During the investigation a female was arrested on fugitive warrants.

Responded to the 900 block of E. 5th St. for an out-of-control subject.

A verbal domestic was reported in the 1500 block of High St.

Animal complaint in the 2600 block of E. 5th St.

A peace disturbance was reported in the 1300 block of W. 5th St.

Assisted Pacific PD with an investigation in the 400 block of Oak St.

Parking complaint in the 500 block of E. 11th St.

Suspicious vehicle in the 200 block of E. 5th St.

ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT

28 days ago, Chad Sloan
Night Shift Summary
Saturday Morning the library hosted a Plein Air painting/sketching session down on the riverfront. We had a great time hanging out and met a lot of people who stopped by to see what we were doing. The Library has a painting/drawing program each month - on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. https://www.washmolib.org/art-club/
28 days ago, Nelson Appell
Plein Air painting/sketching at the Riverfront
Plein Air painting/sketching at the Riverfront
Plein Air painting/sketching at the Riverfront
Plein Air painting/sketching at the Riverfront
Plein Air painting/sketching at the Riverfront
Plein Air painting/sketching at the Riverfront
Artwork Throwdown

Day Shift Summary. 10/12/2025

A suspicious person was checked on in the area of Highway 47 and Heritage Hills Drive. A vehicle crash was reported on International Avenue at Highway 100. Officers handled a wildlife call in the 2200 block of Captains Drive. Officer checked the wellbeing of a subject in the 200 block of Carriage Court. Hazards were removed from the roadway on Highway 100 near West 5th Street. Drug activity was reported near the area of 6th Street and Roosevelt Street. Officers assisted another agency in the 500 block of West 5th Street. A subject was taken into custody during a traffic stop. A vehicle crash was reported on Phoenix Center Drive at the intersection of Vernaci Drive. Officers handled a report of a driving hazard on Lexington Lane.

29 days ago, Dan Day
Day Shift Summary
As we wrap up Fire Prevention week, please take a few minutes to reduce your risk of a lithium-ion battery incident. An improperly charging device can be very dangerous, very quickly.

WFD call summary Sept. 29-Oct. 11
9/29: vehicle fire, Hwy YY
9/30: assist EMS, Creekside Pl.
10/01: tree on roadway, Brookline Dr.
assist EMS, Jefferson St.
vehicle accident, Hwy 100
10/02: alarm, Orchard Rd.
assist EMS, W. 7th St.
alarm, E. 5th St.
assist EMS, Phoenix Park Dr.
10/03: vehicle accident, E. 5th St.
alarm, Hwy 100
10/04: vehicle accident, Hwy KK
vehicle accident, Hwy 100
alarm, Washington Corners
10/05: wires, W. 5th St.
assist EMS, Madison Ave.
alarm, Monty View Dr.
10/06: tree on road, St. Anns Rd.
assist WPD, Eckelkamp Ct.
fuel leak, Washington Crossing
10/07: alarm, Washington Square
vehicle accident, Hwy 47
vehicle accident, Rabbit Trail Dr.
wires, E. 3rd St.
10/08: vehicle accident, Hwy 100
10/09: vehicle accident, Hwy 47
10/10: alarm, Phoenix Center Dr.
vehicle accident, Hwy 47
10/11: vehicle accident, Hwy A
vehicle accident, Hwy 100
Professional Volunteer Service since 1852 #wfd #volunteerfiredepartment #washmo
29 days ago, Molly Derner
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Day Shift Summary. 10/11/25

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

Officers responded to the 500 block of E. 5th St. for two subjects sleeping on the sidewalk.

A suspicious person was reported in the area of the riverfront trail.

An accidental report was taken in the 300 block of W. Front St.

A peace disturbance was reported in the 300 block of W. 5th St.

A suspicious person was reported in the 6900 block of Hwy 100.

A check the wellbeing was conducted in the 1400 block of Jefferson St.

Assisted another agency with a motor vehicle accident just outside of the city limits.

30 days ago, Doug Tollison
Day Shift Summary

Night Shift Summary 10/11/2025

Business alarm sounding in the area of Jefferson Street and 6th Street.

Check the wellbeing in the area of Jade Lane.

Reports received of road rage in the area of HWY 100 and HWY 47.

Reports of a suspicious person in the area of Elm Street and W 3rd Street.

Suspicious vehicle in the area of Lions Lake after park hours.

A check the wellbeing of a subject in the area of Jefferson Street and 8th Street.

Officers responded to the area of W 9th Street and Kingslick Lane for a peace disturbance.

30 days ago, Zach Yawitz
Night Shift Summary

Day Shift Summary. Date 10/10/25

A peace disturbance was reported in the area of 5th and Locust.

Officers responded to the 2000 block of Phoenix Center for an alarm sounding.

A suspicious vehicle was reported in the area of the 5100 block of Old Highway 100.

Assisted another law enforcement agency near the bridge.

A check the well being was conducted in the area of E. 5th and Market.

Harassment was reported in the 400 block of E. 14th St.

A suspicious person was reported in the 300 block of Market St.

2 dogs were detained in the 1900 block of W. Main St.

A derelict vehicle was reported in the 300 block of E. 5th St.

A subject turned in a found car key to the police department.

about 1 month ago, Doug Tollison
Day Shift Summary

Night Shift Summary 10/10/2025

Officers assisted a stranded motorist in the area of HWY 100 and Vernaci Drive.

An assault report was taken in the 500 block of Horn Street.

A vehicle crash occurred on the parking lot of the Washington High School.

Report of a C&I driver in the are of E 3rd Street and Washington Avenue.

about 1 month ago, Zach Yawitz
Night Shift Summary
WHS homecoming parade- past Chief Don Hahne, Mark Frankenberg & Pat Placke, and Washington Explorers on 8144 (Nick & Louie Risch).
about 1 month ago, Molly Derner
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY – WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING PARADE & FOOTBALL GAME
Friday, October 10, 2025

The Washington High School Homecoming Parade will take place at 4:30 p.m. The parade route is as follows:

➡️ North on Stafford Street from the Four Rivers Career Center (Image Drive)
➡️ East on West 8th Street
➡️ South on Sunnyside Street to the Washington High School

Please use caution when traveling in the area and watch for increased pedestrian traffic. Motorists can expect temporary travel restrictions along the route shortly before 4:30 p.m.

Following the parade, the Homecoming football game will kick off at 7:00 p.m. at Washington High School. Expect congestion and increased pedestrian traffic along Blue Jay Drive and Sunnyside Street. Please be mindful of where and how you park when attending the game. Parking along Highway 47 near the high school is strictly prohibited and doing so is a violation of city code.

#WASHMO #gojays #fridaynightlights
about 1 month ago, Greg Garrett
Traffic Alert
We're still spellbound by all the fun at Witches on Main Street. Huge thanks to everyone who flew in for the fun - and an extra big THANK YOU to our vendors and sponsor for helping us stir up the magic!
Save the date - this witchy celebration will be back October 1, 2026!
about 1 month ago, Parks and Recreation
Dancing at the Witches event
Witch friends
Witches gotta eat
Witches with rhythm
Witch moves
Witches having fun
Vendors at Wtiches 2025
Photo booth 2025
Witches on Main Street is lit
Witch staff 2025
The City of Washington E-Cycle Event is happening on October 18th!
Safely dispose of your old electronics and help protect the environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to recycle responsibly and keep e-waste out of landfills. Mark your calendar!
about 1 month ago, City of Washington
Ecycle Flyer