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*Police Memorial Ceremony* Neighbors of the PD, please do not use the front parking lot of the PD tomorrow from 6 a.m. - 11 a.m. so we can have as much room as possible. Once we're finished, the lot will be reopened. The PD Records Office and City Hall will be closed during the ceremony so staff can attend. Our Dispatch Center will remain operational.

Night Shift Summary 05/13/2024 Alarm in Washington Crossing. Accidental by employee. Property damage reported on Valley Trailer Court. Suspicious persons on Caroline Drive. Subjects were gone upon our arrival. Alarm on Steutermann Road. Everything checked out okay.

Summary Days 05/13/24 A leaving the scene crash was reported in the 300 block of High Street. Property Damage was reported in the area of Main and Elm. Officers responded to assist EMS in the 1100 Block of W 5th. A peace disturbance was reported in the area of WW Industrial.

Make your mother happy - ALWAYS wear your seatbelt! WFD call summary May 5-11 5/05: assist EMS, Caroline Dr. vehicle accident, Sunny Rd. 5/07: severe weather stand-by vehicle accident, Hwy 100 exterior gas leak, Hill St. wires, E. 6th St. assist EMS, Kaleb Ct. assist EMS, E. 8th St. 5/08: check area, W. Main St. 5/09: mutual aid, Boles 5/10: alarm, E. 5th St. check area, Lyon Rd. Professional Volunteer Service since 1852 #wfd #volunteerfiredepartment #washmo

Shift summary days 5-12-2024 Suspicious vehicle in the 1500 Block of High Street. Check the well-being in the area of Lakeview Park. Found property in the 3100 Block of Phoenix Center Dr. Assist Motorist in the area of Highway 47/100. REMINDER. When the traffic lights are not working at an intersection because of power being out or they are stuck on a red flashing light that both of these instances should be treated as a 4-way stop. Please be patient and drive carefully.

Night Shift 05/11/24 Assisted EMS in the 1400 block of W. 5th St. A subject was arrested on an outstanding warrant and a different subject was taken into protective custody in the 300 block of Jefferson St. A peace disturbance was reported in the 300 block of Hooker St. A subject was arrested on an outstanding warrant in the 400 block of Oak St. during a peace disturbance call. A peace disturbance was reported on two separate occasions in the 600 block of Roberts St. A check the well being was conducted in the area of Stafford St. and W. 5th St. All subjects arrested are innocent until proven guilty.

Shift Summary Nights 05/10/24 Officers responded to the area of W. 5th St. and Dubois for a motor vehicle accident. A peace disturbance was reported in the 500 block of Windy Hills. A peace disturbance was reported in the 300 block of Hooker St. Officers responded to the 400 block of W. 5th St. for an alarm sounding. A peace disturbance was reported in the 400 block of East Lane Dr. A suspicious person was reported in the area of Hwy 100 and Vernaci. A peace disturbance was reported in the 600 block of W. 5th St. A suspicious vehicle was reported in the area of Penn St. and E. 5th St.

Shift Summary 05/10/24 Assist MSHP on Highway 100. Vehicle crash report on Bieker Road. Vehicle crash report at 47/Madison Trespassing/Homeless activity in the 1000 Block of Washington Square. Check the well-being in the 1200 Block of Jefferson Street. Several assists to EMS. Hazards in the road. 3rd/Hooker Harassment in the 1700 Block of W. Main. Vehicle crash report in the area of 5th/Jefferson Harassment in the 200 Block of High. Private property crash in the 1000 Block of E. 5th. Vehicle crash report in the area of Rabbit Trail and Highway 100.

The Washington Volunteer Fire Company sadly announces the passing of Sue Lampe, wife of Firefighter Al Lampe, and a Charter Member of the WVFC Auxiliary She was a smart, kind, hardworking lady and will be missed very much. Our prayers go out to the Lampe family. Sue E. Lampe (nee Gradl) was born in Alton, IL, on June 22, 1943, to Clement A. Gradl and Marcella M. (nee Pfeiffer). She graduated from Holy Family Grade School and St. John the Baptist High School in South St. Louis. In 1991, she earned an Associate of Arts degree from East Central College, Union, MO. She married Allan H. Lampe at Holy Family Catholic Church on June 20, 1964. The couple moved to Washington, MO, in April 1966. Sue was the devoted mother of Paul A. (Cindy) and David J. (Nicki), the loving grandmother of Jefferson “Jake” (Brenna) Lampe, Josephine “Jo” (Carter) Datz, Charlie Lampe, Michael Lampe and Margaret “Maggie” Lampe and the great-grandmother of Clara and Felicity Lampe (Jefferson and Brenna). Sue played a major role in the raising of her grandchildren, and she treasured every minute spent with them. She is also survived by one brother, James J. Gradl, Hudson, Florida, and one sister, Marilyn Lavac (Ed), Affton, Missouri. During the time Paul and David attended grade school at Our Lady of Lourdes, Sue was the school librarian, initially as a volunteer and later receiving minimum wage. The library was her passion. She worked to stock it with books and other materials that would make students want to read. Sue was a charter member of the Washington Volunteer Fire Company [WVFC] Auxiliary. She worked at many auxiliary projects and functions, served as treasurer, and, for a time, was the Washington Fire Department’s unofficial clown. For about five years during Paul and David’s college years at Lindenwood University, Sue worked in the ticket room at Six Flags. She earned several awards for outstanding customer service. As a member of the Washington Historical Society and the Four Rivers Genealogy Society, Sue enjoyed the challenges of researching local history and helping people find their roots. Sue enjoyed attending her children’s and grandchildren’s concerts, plays, programs, and sporting events. She found time to work for Lourdes St. Bernadette’s Sodality during “rummage sale” week and to help at the Lourdes parish festival. Sue checked an item off her bucket list when she became a Lourdes quilter. She continued putting stitches in quilts until deteriorating eyesight forced her retirement. She passed peacefully on April 9, 2024, surrounded by family who loved her. Sue had a strong belief in angels. She was Allan’s tower of strength. The world is a better place because she was in it. Visitation will be Wednesday, May 15, 4pm to 6pm at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. Funeral mass will be Thursday, May 16 at 10am at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Washington, MO. Memorials to: the WVFC Auxiliary, St. Vincent DePaul Society, or Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.

The Splashpad will not be open before the 2024 Pool Opening due to flooring improvements.

It's crazy to think pool season is just around the corner! We are now taking reservations for birthday parties and after-hours rentals. To reserve, visit www.washmoparksandrec.com.

Please join us on Wednesday, May 15 at the flag pole between our headquarters building and city hall as we honor officers who have sacrificed their lives in the performance of their duties. The ceremony will start at 9 a.m. and should last roughly 45 minutes to an hour.

*HIGHWAY 100 WORK ZONE TO CONTINUE THRU WEDNESDAY, MAY 15 From 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., Highway 100 from Washington Crossing to South Point Road will have one eastbound and westbound lane closed.

The Wastewater Department will be making repairs on a sewer main on Front Street just east of Stafford Street on Wednesday, May 15. Front Street will be shut down to all traffic from Stafford Street to Olive Street in both directions. We apologize for the inconvenience.

This good boy was found in the 500 block of West 9th Street. If anyone knows the owners have them contact us at 636-390-1050.

Day Shift Summary 05/08/2024 Barking dog complaint on Marquart Drive. Derelict vehicle tagged in the 2000 block of East 9th Street. Parking violation in the 300 block of West Main Street. Parking violation in the 800 block of East 1st Street. Assisted WFD with smoke in the 100 block of West Main Street.

Stay alert and be prepared! There is potential for another round of severe weather this afternoon into the evening.

If no one has told you yet, we're expecting severe weather this afternoon between 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. There is a possibility of heavy rain, large hail, wind damage and strong tornadoes. Currently, we've been upgraded by the National Weather Service to a "moderate risk". We're also under a a flash flood watch from now until midnight. https://www.weather.gov/ama/severesafetytips Stay safe and dry Washmo!

STAY ALERT TODAY! We are still in an enhanced risk for severe weather. Onset could be as early as 10:00 a.m. for our area. Greatest risk time is throughout the afternoon into the evening.