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Construction begins on City Mission’s new women’s shelter in Washington

Sally Mounts admitted that she had a moment of “heart attack level of surprise” when City Mission officials announced that the new women’s shelter being built in Washington will be named “Sally’s Sanctuary” after the nonprofit’s chief development officer. “Sorry to hit you with ...

Washington Co. treasurer, controller settle lawsuit over tax form requirement

Washington County Treasurer Tom Flickinger has settled his lawsuit against Controller April Sloane over her requirement to have all residents fill out a federal tax form in order to receive property tax refunds. Flickinger and Sloane agreed to a settlement on May 13, and it was approved by ...

Fredericktown man sentenced to 45 to 90 years in prison for child rape

A Fredericktown man convicted last year of raping a child over several years could spend the rest of his life behind bars after receiving a hefty sentence last week. Russell Wesley Jolliffe, 33, was ordered by Judge Brandon Neuman to serve 45 to 90 years in prison following his sentencing ...