During Monday’s Washington City Council meeting, John Stakowski with CityLink gave a presentation about extending services into Washington.

Another Fire Prevention Week has come and gone, as has another Washington Fire Department Open House.

It is that time a year again.

The temperature, for the most part, is starting to cool.

Leaves are starting to change colors and fall from the trees.

Congratulations, Panthers, on your Homecoming win over Limestone.

It is great to see all the fan support Washingtonians give the football team. It is truly amazing to see all the fans in the stands at the beginning of a game.

This weekend, the Washington Square was a busy place, and it was great to see and hear people enjoying themselves at Autumn Fest.

One couple commented on what a wonderful event it was. The best part of the conversation was that they were from Morton and said they plan on returning for future events on the square.

There has been a lot of talk about Sunnyland Plaza and Summit Drive.

Whether to expand Summit Drive so it connects to Grange Road and from there to Illinois Route 24 is an ongoing topic of discussion among East Peoria leaders.

This year it is not only the incoming freshmen at Washington Community High School who have had to adjust to a new experience.

Sophomores, juniors and seniors are getting used to new technology in the commons for breakfast and lunch.

There is no widespread consensus on the definition of the middle class. But, one thing seems very clear — higher education is the key to achieving the ever-elusive status.

Relay For Life is no stranger to the Tri-County area, with events in Eureka, Metamora, Morton, East Peoria and Chillicothe, in addition to others in outlying communities.

Because Washington did not have a Relay — until now — residents wanting to participate in the fundraising event were forced to go outside the community.

In another case of a resident bringing concerns to Washington City Council members, Tom Tully is asking city leaders to reconsider allowing the burning of yard waste.

On July 19, the Washington Square and Zinser House had some very distinquished guests.

These guests were there to give us some insight in what it was like during the Civil War.

Sometimes issues come up within the city that may require mediation, discussion or action by Washington City Council members.

However, they do not always know what concerns Washingtonians may have or what their thoughts are on a specific issue unless they come forward and say so.

Communities all over Illinois are celebrating the upcoming bicentennial birthday of Abraham Lincoln Feb. 12.

Washington’s bars and restaurants that sell alcohol are still operating without clear guidelines when it comes to beer gardens.