What a day it was at the second annual Pawsgiving, held on Saturday, November 1, inside Dallmeyer Hall at the Washington County Fairgrounds. The event, hosted by PAWS & More Animal Shelter of Washington, once again brought together animal lovers, community members, and local businesses for an evening of fun, fundraising, and fellowship... more

Hills Mayor (Unopposed)  Tim Kemp (incumbent) – 110 votes (70.06%)   Write-in – 47 votes (48.76%) City Council (2 seats)  Emily Hudachek (incumbent) – 124 votes (51.24%)  Write-in – 118 votes (48.76%) more

If you have a collection of any kind, you’re usually very fond of it. Well, there’s one man in Washington County who takes that passion to another level. His name is Lyle Hochstedler, and he’s been collecting toys since 1962 — more than 60 years of memories, stories, and rare finds... more

After years of planning and persistence, Paws & More in Washington has officially broken ground on its new facility. The upcoming shelter, located at 1061 West Buchanan Street, marks a major milestone for the organization... more

The Washington County Riverboat Foundation Board of Directors met for a special meeting on Monday, October 20, at the foundation’s office conference room. The meeting was brief but productive... more

Supervisors Tuesday learned that use of local food banks has increases to where supplies that lasted two to three days are now gone in one. There also are concerns about utility payments and what will happen when the winter months moratorium expires by April... more

The school board and city council elections are quickly approaching, and in less than two weeks, voters will have the opportunity to make their voices heard... more

In just a few weeks, the West Chester Community Church will celebrate its 120th annual Election Night Supper on Nov. 4. The event will run from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and features a variety of homemade dishes such as chicken pie, ham, mashed potatoes, noodles, green beans, cranberry salad, and coleslaw. Guests can also enjoy desserts including pie, cookies, and jello for the children... more

Road construction began Tuesday, Oct. 21 on 190th Street in Washington County. 190th in Washington runs from Vine Avenue to Yucca Avenue. The total distance of the road work is about three miles, just north of G36 (220th Street)... more

The federal government remains shut down, and frustration continues to grow across the country. In response, thousands of Americans took to the streets on Saturday, Oct. 18, to take part in “No Kings” protests held in communities nationwide... more

There are only a few days left to request your absentee ballot form. The deadline is Monday, October 20, at 5 p.m. You must mail the ballot to your county auditor... more

When His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon of Norway arrived at Luther College in Decorah on Oct. 6 to celebrate the 200-year anniversary of Norwegian emigration, Washington residents Jim and Kathleen Almelien were there... more

Despite the weather getting cooler, road construction is still in full swing. Highway 22 and W61 will both be worked on for the next few days. Residents in Kalona, Wellman, Riverside, and the surrounding areas should prepare for upcoming road construction along Highway 22... more

With the county having to cover cleanup costs for two hazardous oil spills ($735 each) at the county recycling center, Washington County supervisors Tuesday agreed to list penalties at the center for the disposal of hazardous waste, as well as seek and prosecute offenders... more

If you’re hoping to adopt a cat but don’t have the money, then you’re in luck: PAWS & More shelter in Washington is waiving adoption fees for all cats who have lived at the shelter for longer than 100 days... more

Following a brief review of the quarterly report from the Washington County Outreach program, the Washington County Supervisors approved a $10 increase from $150 to $250 for supervisors’ fees “…to expand services, improve, support and better serve the probation participants” in the county... more

WASHINGTON Close to 100 folks turned out at KC Hall Monday for State Auditor Rob Sand’s town hall tour stop in Washington. Although the Democrat faced a mixed crowd in terms of political … more

Washington High School was struck with tragedy on Sunday, Sept. 28. On Saturday, Sept. 27, it was reported that 17-year-old Ryan Carson was accidentally shot in the head by a member of his party while squirrel hunting in Brighton... more

The supervisors' meeting Tuesday opened with details about Domestic Violence, learning there were 111 victims/survivors of the violence in 2024, a number of which involved transgender residents. They also received information about the local agencies who aid such victims. The board agreed that all agencies are “very needed” and next Tuesday will formally proclaim October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the county... more

WASHINGTON Prior to going into closed session at 9:34. a.m., the supervisors on Tuesday approved the Washington County Conservation Board’s (WCCB) annual report detailing a busy year including a new building, approved adding a new deputy, purchasing a replacement police dog and easements for West Chester sanitary sewer system... more