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Night Shift Summary 09/20/2024 Suspicious persons in the 1300 block of Jefferson Street. Subjects were contacted and asked to leave the area. Accidental discharge of a weapon in the 600 block of West 5th Street. Subject was cleaning a gun and did not properly clear the weapon. It discharged and injured their hand. Subject was stopped for a traffic violation in the area of West 6th Street and Cedar Street. Subject was found to be intoxicated and was arrested. Peace disturbance in the 900 block of East 5th Street. Two subjects arguing. Subjects left without incident. Subject was stopped on Highway 100 at East city limits for a traffic violation. Subject was found to be intoxicated and was arrested. Traffic crash on Highway 100 at Highway 47. Minor injuries.

The Washington Coffee Shop will be the closing lanes at Jefferson and East 5th Street on Monday, September 23 for building repairs. Eastbound lane in front of the coffee shop will be closed, the right turn lane for northbound Jefferson Street will be closed; however, northbound thru traffic will still be allowed. The left turn lane for southbound Jefferson Street will also be closed. Closure is from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday. Please use alternate routes and follow detour signs.

Congratulations to Officer Ben Hellebusch and Officer Wyatt Loague on their completion of the DARE Instructor Program. Both officers spent the last two weeks training to become our department's newest DARE Instructors. Officer Hellebusch will be joining our elementary school team in January, and Officer Loague will be taking over the parochial school DARE Program.

Happy Blue Friday Washmo! Buckle up, phone down & arrive alive

The East End of the Trail is now resealed and open to the public. Thank you!

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A suspicious person and vehicle was reported in the 1200 block of W. Main St. Assisted EMS in the 500 block of W. 2nd St. A peace disturbance was reported in the Washington Crossing shopping center. A subject was issued a trespass warning for the shopping center. A motor vehicle accident was reported in the 400 block of Michelle Dr. An unoccupied vehicle rolled down a driveway and struck an unoccupied residence. A subject was arrested during a traffic stop in the area of 5th and Grand for operating a motor vehicle with no valid license.

One more great seminar coming up on Tuesday, September 24. Lots of free items, so don't miss out!

Officers responded to the area of Washington Crossing for a homeless activity. A check the well being was conducted in the 1700 block of A Roy Dr. Officers responded to the 1400 block of Huxel drive for an alarm sounding. Officers responded to Brookshire Ln for a peace disturbance. A subject was arrested on outstanding warrants in the area of Southwinds Circle. All subjects arrested are innocent until proven guilty.

Just a reminder that the Wastewater Department will be repairing a major part of the sewer main on Front Street starting Monday, September 23, and continuing until Wednesday, September 25. During this time, Front Street will be closed to all traffic in between Lafayette Street and Elm Street. Also, the entrance to the River Front Park will be restricted to one lane. Please refer to the road closure map. As always, we apologize for any inconveniences this may cause.

Bees making honey is a good business!

This sweet pup was found in the 300 block of State Street. Please call 636-390-1050 if you know where home is.

Wednesday Book Club meets tonight to discuss "The Coddling of the American Mind." We will meet upstairs on the 2nd level. October's book selection, "Hello Beautiful," is available for anyone who wants to join. Book club books are held at the front desk and the club meets every 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.

Night Shift Summary 09/17/2024 Peace disturbance reported in the area of Washington Crossing. Subjects were gone upon our arrival. Dog running at large in the 2000 block of East 5th Street. Unable to locate it. Non-injury traffic crash in the 300 block of Louis Street. Suspicious person was checked on in the 1800 block of East 5th Street. Subject had permission to be on the property.

As the leaves begin to fall from the trees, please take a minute to stop them from going into the storm drain. Not only do they clog the storm system and cause unnecessary flooding, but organic debris can pollute our waterways and can cause eutrophication – a reduction in oxygen levels in our rivers and lakes which harms and kills aquatic wildlife. #cleanthedrains #recycleyardwaste #SWPPP #washmo #waterwisewednesday

Save the Date! E-Cycle Collection Event will take place at the Fairgrounds on Saturday, October 19 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.-- rain or shine!

Join us for a presentation all about the fascinating hobby of ball-jointed dolls. We will talk about when the hobby started, how to get involved, and what you can do with your ball-jointed doll. Tuesday, September 17, 6:30 p.m. Adult & Teen

🚧 NOTICE 🚧 The East End of the Riverfront Trail will be CLOSED from the Boat Ramp Parking lot to the East End parking lot on Kingsland for sealing. This process will take place September 17-19, and possibly a few additional days for adequate drying time. Please do not use the trail during this time. Thank you!

The Wastewater Department will be repairing a major part of the sewer main on Front Street starting Monday, September 23, and continuing until Wednesday, September 25. During this time, Front Street will be closed to all traffic in between Lafayette Street and Elm Street. Also, the entrance to the River Front Park will be restricted to one lane. Please refer to the road closure map. As always, we apologize for any inconveniences this may cause.

Night Shift Summary 09/16/2024 Homeless activity on Highway 100 near A. Roy Drive. Subject was asked to move along. Alarm in Washington Corners. Business was checked, and it was accidental by employee. Open door was located in the 200 block of Oak Street. Building was checked, and the door was secured. Report of a female yelling in the 700 block of East 1st Street. Subject could not be located.