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‘This Bank Is More Like a Family’

Old photos from scenes around St. Clair hang in the main branch of Farmers & Merchants Bank here. More than just decoration, the black and white images remind customers of the bank’s longevity — 100 years.

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Wednesday 05/22/2013
Man Crashes Truck, Two Hurt
Posted: May 22, 2013

A Robertsville area man was arrested inside Fricks Market Friday, May 17, after he left the scene of a crash that injured two people and then struck a stop sign.

Board Rejects Hiring of Outside Cleaning Service
Posted: May 22, 2013

The Union R-XI Board of Education voted unanimously Monday night to reject the hiring of outside custodial services to work the evening shift.

Service Members Recognized At ECC Commencement
Posted: May 22, 2013

The East Central College class of 2013 marked the start of a new tradition of honoring students who are veterans or currently part of the military.

Board Recommends Special Rental Rate For Nonprofit Event
Posted: May 22, 2013

After much discussion, the Washington Park Commission will recommend giving the hosts of the annual Tannenbaum Auction a special rate on renting the entire city auditorium for one week in November.

New Codes To Promote Affordable Housing
Posted: May 22, 2013

After months of discussions and review, zoning code changes designed to promote more affordable housing in Washington have been adopted.

Holdmeier Earns Distinction In Customer Experience
Posted: May 22, 2013

Tom Holdmeier, an American Family Insurance agent in Washington, has been recognized for providing outstanding customer experience under the American Star Excellence in Customer Experience Certification.

Historical Society Meets At the Haue Valley Farm
Posted: May 22, 2013

The Meramec Valley Genealogical and Historical Society (MVGHS) held its May meeting at the Haue Valley Farm.

American Legion Will Host Memorial Day Ceremony
Posted: May 22, 2013

The Washington American Legion Post 218 will host this year’s Memorial Day Ceremony Monday, May 27, at Rennick Riverfront Park. The service will begin at 10 a.m.

Board Adopts New Teacher Evaluations
Posted: May 22, 2013

A new teacher evaluation system was approved by the Washington School Board at a special meeting Thursday morning.

Committee Gives Nod to Robert Perkins Memorial
Posted: May 22, 2013

The Washington Parks Committee unanimously agreed that erecting a memorial to Robert Perkins, the first park director, is a “great idea.”

City to Prosecute People Who Cut Trees Along Trail
Posted: May 22, 2013

The city of Washington will prosecute anyone caught cutting down trees in the area of the Rotary Riverfront Trail, north of the railroad tracks.

Danielle Unnerstall Promoted to Officer at Bank of Washington
Posted: May 22, 2013

Bank of Washington Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer L. B. Eckelkamp Jr. recently announced the promotion of Danielle Unnerstall to director of marketing and public relations officer.

New Location for Farmers Insurance
Posted: May 22, 2013

Farmers Insurance agent Tim Kluesner has moved his office to 6244 Highway 100 in Washington.

Wedding Creations Earns Retailer of The Year Award
Posted: May 22, 2013

Wedding Creations, Washington, recently received an Elite Retailer of the Year award from Jim’s Formal Wear.

State Legion Official to Speak During Memorial Day Event
Posted: May 22, 2013

The American Legion Post 297, Union, will welcome veteran advocate Hugh Nisbet next week to speak at the annual Memorial Day service.

Union R-XI School Board Will Meet This Wednesday
Posted: May 22, 2013

The Union R-XI School District Board of Education will meet Wednesday, May 22, at 7 p.m. in the boardroom at the high school.

Anger, Threats Over Suit Erupt at County Meeting
Posted: May 22, 2013

Tempers flared during Tuesday’s county commission meeting as three regular critics went head-to-head with elected officials over charging attorney fees to citizens who file complaints against the local government.

Fund-Raiser to Feature Fireworks, War Memorabilia Is This Friday
Posted: May 22, 2013

A fund-raiser to benefit the Fisher House will be held this Friday, May 24, in the parking lot between John G’s Bier Deck and the Taproom.

City Grants Permit for Farmers’ Market
Posted: May 22, 2013

A special use permit to operate a farmers’ market on the Hillermann Nursery & Florist parking lot has been approved.

Heavy Downpour HitsDowntown Washington;3.55 Inches Monday Night
Posted: May 22, 2013

While Franklin County avoided much of the damage Monday night, it still received the rain from a storm system which also brought lightning, hail and wind gusts.

Organizer: Pacific Community Garden Needs to Be Fenced
Posted: May 22, 2013

Too much visibility may be hurting the Pacific Community Garden.

City Approves License For Temporary Tower
Updated: May 22, 2013 - 4:31 pm

Washington City Council members have granted a temporary site license for a cellphone tower at the Washington Fairgrounds.

Traffic Delays at Highway 100/ Jefferson Street
Updated: May 22, 2013 - 11:57 am

Motorists may want to avoid the Highway 100 intersection at Jefferson Street/Highway A.

Union Man Named 2013 ECC Outstanding Alumnus
Posted: May 22, 2013

Joseph Purschke, Union, was named the East Central College Outstanding Alumnus for 2013.

Keeping Up With Jones
Posted: May 22, 2013

My wife and I spent last week in Mexico.

Washington Tattoo Artist Paints A Unique Picture of His Trade
Posted: May 22, 2013

The Washington Tattoo Collective at 204 Jefferson St. in Downtown Washington more closely resembles an art studio than a tattoo shop.

New Haven Furniture Store Damaged by Strong Storm
Posted: May 22, 2013

A severe storm moving through the Campbellton-Lyon area early Monday morning caused heavy damage to Smilin’ Sam’s furniture store on Orchard Road, off Highway 185.

Good Turnout for Chamber’s Young Professional Meeting
Posted: May 22, 2013

The Washington Area Chamber of Commerce’s first meeting to form a Young Professionals group went very well, according to Becky Stieffermann with the Chamber.

New Computer Program Will Generate Traffic Tickets
Updated: May 22, 2013 - 10:44 am

Pacific police may soon end the practice of standing outside vehicles stopped for traffic violations and handwriting traffic tickets.

Blaze Destroys Rural Residence
Posted: May 22, 2013

St. Clair Fire Protection District Interim Chief Mike Kelley said he experienced some tense moments on Monday morning as he and other firefighters battled a home fire on Belew Road south of St. Clair.

Poor Boyz Gets Its CUP
Posted: May 22, 2013

In the end, the St. Clair Board of Aldermen trusted members of its planning and zoning commission regarding conditions placed on a permit for a recycling center to operate on the west side of the city.

Skate Park Dedication Is Thursday
Updated: May 22, 2013 - 8:12 am

The Washington Skate Park at Optimist Park will officially open this Thursday, May 23.

City Hall Beefing Up Security
Posted: May 22, 2013

Security has been beefed up at St. Clair City Hall as officials strive to make the facility as safe as possible while also making an office location change at the same time.

Tuesday 05/21/2013
Spray Park Is Ready to Open in St. Clair
Updated: May 22, 2013 - 9:28 am

Franklin County’s first spray park should open in St. Clair as scheduled on Wednesday.

VIDEO: McDonald's Demolition
Updated: May 21, 2013 - 11:02 am

On Tuesday, May 21, 2013, demolition began on the Washington, Missouri McDonald's. The restaurant is being rebuilt over the summer.

Monday 05/20/2013
Fire Destroys Rural Home South of St. Clair
Updated: May 22, 2013 - 9:30 am

A residence south of St. Clair was gutted by fire Monday morning.

Sunday 05/19/2013
East Central Trustees Approve Personnel for Fall Semester
Posted: May 19, 2013

The East Central College Board of Trustees Monday night approved the rehiring of 48 full-time professional staff members for fiscal year 2014.

Trustees Approve New HVAC System For Art Rooms
Posted: May 19, 2013

The East Central College Board of Trustees Monday night unanimously voted to accept the low bid for a new heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system as part of a renovation project going on in the art rooms.

UPDATED:Two Injured in Highway YY Vehicle Accident
Updated: May 21, 2013 - 8:17 am

UPDATED: The two men who were injured in the Sunday morning crash at Krakow have been identified.

R-XI Board Meets Monday
Posted: May 19, 2013

The Union R-XI Board of Education will hold a special meeting Monday, May 20, at 7 p.m. in the board room at the high school.

Saturday 05/18/2013
Man Charged With Arson
Posted: May 18, 2013

A Franklin County man who has several felony cases pending in circuit court is facing additional charges.

Locks Cut on Gate, Unit
Posted: May 18, 2013

Someone cut the lock on one of the gates at Thriftee Grocery Distributor in Union and also cut a lock on a storage unit on the property.

Building Department Optimistic About Home Construction
Posted: May 18, 2013

The number of single-family home permits issued through April is the same as last year, according to the Franklin County Building Department.

Washington Man Charged With Victim Tampering
Posted: May 18, 2013

A Washington man charged with burglary and assault in Warren County is now facing a new felony charge related to that case.

Municipal Court May Top Budget Projections
Updated: May 20, 2013 - 3:01 pm

Collections for Franklin County’s new municipal court are on track to beat budget projections.

Local Relay to Take Part In National Celebration
Posted: May 18, 2013

The American Cancer Society (ACS) will celebrate a milestone birthday Wednesday, May 22, but not without birthday festivities organized by the Franklin County Relay for Life.

Havin Materials Requesting CUP
Posted: May 18, 2013

Four new requests for conditional use permits are on the agenda for the Franklin County Planning and Zoning board Tuesday, May 21.

SFBRHS Hires New Principal
Posted: May 18, 2013

St. Francis Borgia Regional High School announced Friday morning that Kevin Mabie has been named principal for the 2013-14 school year.

County Sales Tax Collections Rise
Updated: May 20, 2013 - 2:58 pm

Franklin County sales tax collections are up by more than $200,000 so far this year compared to last, according to the latest report.

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