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New & Exciting! Main Street Washington received a Branding Grant from MSI earlier this year…
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The Chamber has teamed up with the ISU Extension Office to whip up a feast of resources for families to discover all the cool summer shenanigans in town.
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Whether you’re on the lookout for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or drinks, in Washington, you can find flavorful fare from morning ’til night.
While you’re here, grab your morning coffee, sit down for a food experience, or indulge in a sweet treat!
Washington welcomes visitors to taste what our city has to offer!
Businesses are choosing Washington for our business-friendly environment, low cost of living, and growing economy.
Creating a robust economic development strategy often takes a concerted effort of multiple partners coming together around a common goal.
New & Exciting! Main Street Washington received a Branding Grant from MSI earlier this year…
The City will not longer accept glass in recycling. Glass cannot be placed into…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 10, 2024 Washington, Iowa – On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Leadership…
Fall is here and the City of Washington Maintenance and Construction Department will begin…
Wastewater Operator 1/2. Regular full-time position responsible for daily data/sample collection, minor lab testing, sludge…
Washington, IA- Saturday, September 14, 2024 the Washington Chamber Ambassadors had the pleasure of celebrating…
Rose Ranch Apothecary officially opened its doors on September 12, 2024, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony…
WASHINGTON — Leadership Washington, the nine-month leadership development program organized by the Washington Chamber of Commerce,…
The City of Washington periodically sends out newsletters to all post office box holders in…
The City of Washington, Iowa (population 7,352) is seeking a detailed-organized professional to join…
NOTICE OF ELECTION Notice is hereby given to the eligible voters in the City…
What’s New Main Street Washington NEW OFFICE at Greiner Plaza! Just last week, we moved into our…
The use of consumer fireworks within the City are prohibited according to Ordinance 1109. The…
What’s New Triple M Nutrition has moved! Stop in to see Maddie at her new location…
Special Election to be Held for Council Vacancy Residents of the City of Washington will…
Police Officer City of Washington, Iowa The Washington Police Department is seeking applicants for the…
Red Carpet Celebration for HOMEgirl Realty and Stairway to the Stars! This past Tuesday, Main…
Visit Downtown Washington this week for markets, celebrations, festivals & special deals! Join us at…
To the Electors of the City of Washington, Iowa: You are hereby notified that…
Grand Opening Extravaganza: GunnySac Designs Hits Main Street Washington! Last Friday (May 3rd), Main Street…
May is Historic Preservation Month! In the heart of Washington, Iowa, is our historical downtown…
Washington Chamber of Commerce 205 West Main Street (319) 653-3272 Chamber.washingtoniowa.org [email protected] WASHINGTON, IOWA…
PRESS RELEASE Leadership Washington County History Day 4/11/24 Erika Custer – [email protected] | 319-653-2151 On Wednesday,…
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Main Street Washington had a special visit on Tuesday (April 2nd) from Carol Lilly, a…
The Greater Washington Business Partnership (GWBP) annual dinner was hosted last Monday, March 25th, at…
WASHINGTON, IA – Our 2023-2024 Leadership Washington class experienced a variety of health and wellness…
The City sweeps the streets around the City square each week between the hours of…
Curbside yard waste collection started March 26 and March 28. Yard waste will be collected…
The Yard Waste Center at 1065 W. Buchanan St is open Monday through Friday 7…
The Washington Economic Development Group partners with new and existing businesses in Washington County to…
Introduction The city of Washington is responsible for the quality of water it provides to…
Wondering what Main Street Washington will be up to in 2024? Here’s the year at…
FOR RELEASE 1/01/2024 Washington, IA – LattaHarris, LLP is thrilled to announce the elevation of…
New Snow Ordinances The purpose of Washington’s snow emergency ordinance is to limit on-street…
Winter is here. Having vehicles off the street during snow storms makes it easier to…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Elite Casino Resorts Donates $500,000 to The Swarm Collective Supporting University of…
We can’t wait for the 28th Annual Lighted Parade tonight! Please park off the square…
Main Street Washington is getting ready for lots of SNOW in Washington THIS Saturday! Start…
Main Street Washington would like to thank everyone who purchased a Lights of Love Memorial…
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS MOVING OF RESIDENTIAL HOUSE AT 2550HWY 1 WASHINGTON, IOWA City of Washington,…
Come to Downtown Washington with your little monsters TONIGHT for Trick or Treat Around the…
The Historic Downtown Walking Tours have wrapped up for 2023! We learned about Pythias &…
Lights of Love Memorial Trees are available! Honor or memorialize your loved one this holiday…
This Sunday, October 15th, will be the first of two days of Downtown Historic Tours!…
The City of Washington is required by the EPA to develop an inventory of our…
[WASHINGTON, IOWA, September 2023] – Several months after displaying his collection of nativities at Hills…
WASHINGTON, IA – The Washington Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce a brand-new event…
On Wednesday, Sept 13th the Washington Leadership Class of 23-24 met for the first time…
Junkin Sister’s Fall Shop Hop in happening NOW! Today and tomorrow, participating stores will be…
Please join us for a Farewell Open House for City Clerk Sally Hart to be…
Police Officer City of Washington, Iowa The Washington Police Department is seeking applicants for…
Fall might not start until September 23rd and it might be 100 degrees outside right…
Cafe Dodici will be donating a portion of their proceeds from lunch, dinner & takeout…
Shopping in Downtown Washington just got even better! Stores in Historic Downtown Washington are now…
Earlier this year, Downtown Investment Grants (DIG) totaling $100,000 were awarded to two building projects…
The City of Washington is seeking volunteers to fill vacancies on the following…
The top priority of the country has been growing the economy for almost ten years.…
May 19, 2023 (WASHINGTON) – In the U.S., 1 in 5 teens have difficulty affording menstrual…
On Wednesday, April 12th the Leadership Washington Class hopped on a school bus and traveled…
WASHINGTON, IA – The Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that April Cuddeback has…
DIG (Downtown Investment Grant) is OPEN! The goal of this program is to encourage remodeling…
Supporting all things local is what we love the most and now Boho Bailey Boutique…
Main Street invites you to shop Downtown Washington April 6th-8th during the Adult Easter Egg…
QuickVisit Urgent Care is NOW OPEN in Washington! It has been a wonderful last few…
Washington’s Leadership Class Goes Down on the Farm This year’s Leadership Washington class members poses…
TODAY IS THE DAY OPEN HOUSE IS TODAY from 10AM-12PM, bring ALL your friends and…
WASHINGTON, IOWA — Wednesday, March 1, 2023 The Greater Washington Business Partnership Annual Dinner was…
OPENING WEEK IS HERE! Open House will be from 10AM-12PM THIS THURSDAY, March 2nd, bring…
WASHINGTON—The Washington Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership class experienced many different aspects of Washington’s City &…
A merger between Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern railroads is being considered which will…
WASHINGTON, IA – Chamber Ambassador President, Elainie Turner, completed her 12 month presidency term at…
The max levy hearing is a requirement by the State of Iowa. This hearing will…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Scooter’s Coffee Opens First Location in Washington, IA New Store to Celebrate…
LattaHarris, LLP, a premier CPA and business consulting firm in eastern Iowa, is pleased to…
A special election will be held to fill the vacant Ward 2 Washington City Council…
WASHINGTON, IA – Our 2022-2023 Leadership Washington class experienced a variety of health and wellness…
December 8, 2022 Re: Woodlawn Cemetery Gate and Shelter project A project was recently completed…
Washington Chamber of Commerce Event Coordinator, Alisha Davis, will host her last event this weekend…
From one man, Edward D. Jones, and one office, to 50,000 associates across 15,000 locations…
The Washington Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Washington class headed back to school on Wednesday, November…
November 3, 2022 – The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) announced awards totaling $934,430 in Main Street Iowa…
Every business strives for optimal performance and needs leaders to help drive that performance. But,…
WASHINGTON – The Washington Chamber of Commerce will hold its candidate forum in an unconventional…
The City of Washington’s electric vehicle charge station is now connected and operational. The charge…
Just a reminder vehicles cannot be parked on your yard or driveway without having a…
With school back in session, it is important for drivers to set good examples for…
August 8, 2022 (IOWA CITY, Iowa) – Optimae Behavioral Health Services, a division of Optimae…
WASHINGTON, IA – The Washington Chamber’s Welcome Center is excited to announce that Washington was…
The search is open for a new Main Street Washington Director. The Board of Directors…
DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs today announced that 13 Iowa communities will…
The City of Washington has a sidewalk replacement program that will cost-share the replacement of…
City of Washington residents should contact the SEMCO Landfill regarding disposal of household hazardous waste.…
Finishing Up My Time at Main Street Washington After nearly a decade with Main Street…
WASHINGTON, IA – The Chamber of Commerce and the City of Washington welcome Mikayla Slechta…
YARD WASTE PICKUP Change The City of Washington’s yard waste pickup schedule will be changing.…
The Washington Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Primary Candidate Forum on Wednesday, May…
The Washington Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership class got to experience an once-in-a-lifetime tour around Washington…
The City of Washington is seeking a part-time water meter reader: Water Meter Reader: Regular…
The Washington Police Department 2021 Annual Report was presented during the March 15 City Council…
DES MOINES, IA — The Iowa Association of Chambers of Commerce (IACC) is pleased to…
The City of Washington, Elm Grove, and Woodlawn Cemeteries would like to announce that we…
This year’s Leadership Washington class got an up close and personal look at farming life…
WASHINGTON, IOWA —Tuesday, March 9th, 2022 The Greater Washington Business Partnership Annual Dinner was held…
Washington City Ordinance allows for the permitting of golf carts and utility trail vehicles for…
The Washington Police Department K-9 program has a successful 30-year history of providing service to…
WASHINGTON—The Washington Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership class dove into Health and Wellness on December 8,…
The Washington Economic Development Group (WEDG) commissioned a child care market analysis to better understand…
Tour of Homes Celebrates 30 Years With A Country Twist Washington, Iowa — November 24th,…
Mount Pleasant, IA – November 9, 2021 — Iowa Wesleyan University announced a $240,000 gift from…
The Washington Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Washington class headed back to school on Wednesday, November…
DES MOINES — Gov. Reynolds today announced several key initiatives to address Iowa’s child care…
The 2021 Washington Water Main Improvement Project was developed as a result of an evaluation…
WASHINGTON—Economic development and finance were the topics discussed by the Leadership Washington class when it…
The last few months the Police Department has taken multiple reports of thefts from vehicles.…
After spending a career teaching, crafting and running her own business, Char Andersen is ready…
Parent, Provider and Employer Input Needed on Child Care in Washington County. WASHINGTON, IA (September…
For third consecutive year Site Selection magazine recognizes the company’s contributions to business development and…
WASHINGTON—Leadership Washington, a nine-month leadership program sponsored by the Washington Chamber of Commerce, kicked off…
AINSWORTH, IA—The Brinton Film Festival, Iowa’s longest-running film festival, will be held at the Ainsworth…
WASHINGTON—July 14 was Graduation Day for the 2020-21 Leadership Washington class. Activities began at 8…
Wooden Wheel Vineyards is excited to announce our 10 year anniversary celebration happening July 17th,…
With the 90th Anniversary of the line of duty death of Washington City Marshal Aaron…
WASHINGTON–Washington historian Michael Zahs unlocked the secrets of Washington County’s past for the Leadership Washington…
WASHINGTON, IOWA — Members of the Washington community continue to express interest in saving the…
The Department of Human Services is excited to announce the availability of the Investing in…
Washington historian Michael Zhas leads last year’s Leadership Washington’s class through an Indian burial mound…
The Leadership Washington Class spent the day May 12 learning about all the educational opportunities…
AMES, Iowa – America’s SBDC Iowa (SBDC) is pleased to announce the launch their Portable…
This year’s Leadership Washington class got an up close and personal look at farming life …
Washington County 4-H will host a Pancakes & More Breakfast Fundraiser on Saturday, April 24 at the…
Representatives of nonprofits, local government, schools and other organizations are encouraged to register for Grant…
The Washington Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Iowa Workforce Development and Iowa Economic Development…
Washington County Extension invites the community to celebrate Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Week…
The box for proper disposal of used American flags is now located on the northwest…
Washington’s future leaders got an in-depth overview of the health and recreation options the community…
One of the many Police Department – Community partnerships is our Community Camera Program.…
The Washington Chamber of Commerce named Illa Earnest Citizen of the Year at the organization’s…
Unc and Neph’s at 1015 West Madison Street is a popular Washington restaurant offering a…
The City Hall- Police Building Project is substantially complete as of October 2020, and staff…
Jersey Mike’s Subs, known for its fresh sliced/fresh grilled subs, will open at 120 E.…
Washington State Bank’s board of directors is pleased to announce that upon the retirement of…
Washington State Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Ryan Shields to Vice President/Loan…
Washington State Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Mike Greiner to Executive Vice…
The Leadership Washington Class met at Washington City hall early Wednesday morning February 10 and…
The Washington Chamber of Commerce Educator Breakfast Committee decided February 3 to add another event…
The Washington County Riverboat Foundation has announced two grant cycles for 2021. A spring small…
The City of Washington is preparing for a major project to create a paved route…
Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC), along with Iowa’s 14 other community colleges, today announced…
Leadership Washington started a month late due to Covid concerns and had to skip the…
January 9th, 2021 The Washington County Homebuyer Assistance Program helps home owners to address housing…
The Board of Directors for Washington County Economic Development (WEDG) announced November 20th, 2020, the…
December 18, 2020— The Chamber says thank you for your membership and support for 2020…
The Washington Police Department is developing a Strategic Plan to identify our organization’s priorities and…
The high demand for COVID-19 testing has required Washington County Hospital and Clinics to make…
Washington County, Iowa – The winter holidays are almost upon us, and this year the…
Washington, IA—There are many ways high school students can earn college credit in high school…
October 29, 2020 WASHINGTON, IOWA — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Leave it to the Washington Chamber…
To say that Southeast Iowa Union Managing Editor Jim Johnson has a wealth of experience…
October 20, 2020 Washington, IA— Leadership Washington started a month late due to Covid concerns…
The Wellness Park Phase 1 Ballfields & Roadway project is underway. This project will help…
The Washington Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Washington are seeking new members for their…
A citizen committee has begun the examination of the Iowa Great Places program offered by…
September 4th, 2020 Washington, IA–Leslie Allender, owner of Repurpose It and co-owner of Carson Plumbing…
The City of Washington is happy to offer for sale lots in the NLW Subdivision…
The City is undertaking a project to reconstruct North 4th Avenue from East 5th to…
WASHINGTON, IOWA August 24th, 2020 — The Washington Chamber of Commerce held the 19th Annual…
Washington, IA (August 20, 2020) – The United Presbyterian Home is pleased to partner with WCHC…
Iowa Wesleyan University (IW) and Southeastern Community College (SCC) have announced a memorandum of understanding…
Even though the this year’s Leadership Washington Class was cut short by the Covid-19 virus…
This fall, the City expects to start construction on the reconstruction of South Avenue E…
The City of Washington is applying for Community Development Block Grant funds from the State…
We are pleased to be partnering with Iowa DHS to provide 25% discounts to “essential…
When drivers in the Washington area have a “sick car”, they can take it to…
Archer Appliance CEO Completes Goldman-Sachs Business Program Kevin Erpelding Kevin Erpelding, owner and CEO of…
The Washington Farmers’ Market Advisory Committee (WFMAC) is excited to start the season, but obviously…
FAREWAY DONATES MORE THAN $2,000 TO SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESSES AND THEIR EMPLOYEES Fareway Stores, Inc.…
April 23, 2020 WASHINGTON, IOWA — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: The Washington Chamber of Commerce and…
By Mayoral proclamation as of 3/16/2020, the Washington community is in a state of emergency…
The City of Washington & Chamber of Commerce want to thank you for your interest…
By Mayoral Proclamation, the City of Washington is observing a state of emergency due to…
Last updated 5/26/2020 @ 11:39 pm Below is a list of changes to business as…
Nancy Adrian Named Chamber Citizen of the Year WASHINGTON, IOWA (Date) — Nancy Adrian was…
WASHINGTON, IOWA (Date) — Hills Bank of Washington was named Business of the Year by…
An Evening of Improv—Washington’s Version of Saturday Night Live! Washington Area Performing Arts and Events…
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Ambassador Treasurer Elainie Turner, left and Vice President Angela Langstraat (right) congratulate Past President Janelle…
Nestled in a beautiful rural setting near Lockridge on 300 acres in Jefferson County is…
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Patty Koller works hard to make people happy. And in her business, she helps to…
By now most Washingtonians have driven past the Mose Levy Co. building many times. But…
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For Heaven’s Sake Child Care Center is opening November 18, 2019 within the First Assembly…
The federally funded Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP, opened on Friday to applicants…
Washington Walmart Supercenter Remodel Includes Grocery Pickup New features allow customers to save time and…
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Washington Police Department’s K9 Dex has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to…
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Special Election to be Held for Council Vacancy
Residents of the City of Washington will soon select who will fill the Mayor vacancy. The Mayor vacancy occurred in March. The person elected will fill the rest of the Council term that expires in December 2027. The special election will be held on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. All residents may cast a ballot in this election.
The first day that nomination papers can be filed at City Hall is June 10, 2024 with the deadline being at 5:00 p.m. on July 12, 2024. Twenty-five signatures of eligible electors who are residents are needed on the nomination papers, and an affidavit of candidacy must be filed with each set of nomination papers. Forms are available at City Hall, Washington County Auditor’s Office and the Secretary of State’s website.
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