
π¨ Emergency Blood Shortage: Donors Needed Now
The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage after the blood supply dropped nearly 25% in June. Hospital demand continues to exceed donations, and Type O Positive and B Negative donors are especially needed.
We're asking for your support in helping promote the upcoming community blood drive at:
π ARK Community & Sports Center
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Link to make an appointment: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=ArkCommunity


β οΈ Power Outage Update β οΈ The Power has been restore as of 8:50 PM
As of 8:17 PM, the cause of the power outage has been identified. Crews are working on the issue, and service is expected to be restored within the hour.
Thank you for your patience and understanding while repairs are being completed.
Please share this update so others in the community are aware.


Economic Development & Governmental Affairs Committee Meeting Monday July 6, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. located at Waynesville City Hall.

Join us this Saturday for the Cruisin' Route 66 Concert Series! Live music starts with Ray Cardwell at 6:30 PM, headliner John King at 7:00 PM, followed by fireworks at 9:00 PM. Admission is free! Bring your lawn chairs.


The FINANCE, HUMAN RESOURCES & GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE MEETING will be held on
July 2nd, 2026 at 5 p.m. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend.


The City of Waynesville will conduct a scheduled power outage on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, beginning at 1:00 a.m. to allow for necessary repairs and maintenance at the substation.
This outage will affect both residential and business customers located within the red area shown on the attached map.
The outage is expected to last approximately 1 to 2 hours. While every effort will be made to restore power as quickly as possible, restoration times may vary depending on field conditions.
We encourage affected customers to:
β’ Charge electronic devices in advance.
β’ Prepare for temporary interruptions to appliances and equipment.
β’ Use caution when power is restored, as electrical service may return without additional notice.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete these important improvements to help maintain reliable electric service for our community.
For questions or additional information, please contact Waynesville City Hall.

The City of Waynesville will conduct a scheduled power outage on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, beginning at 1:00 a.m. to allow for necessary repairs and maintenance at the substation.
This outage will affect both residential and business customers located within the red area shown on the attached map.
The outage is expected to last approximately 1 to 2 hours. While every effort will be made to restore power as quickly as possible, restoration times may vary depending on field conditions.
We encourage affected customers to:
β’ Charge electronic devices in advance.
β’ Prepare for temporary interruptions to appliances and equipment.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete these important improvements to help maintain reliable electric service for our community.
For questions or additional information, please contact Waynesville City Hall.

Waynesville is celebrating the Fourth of July BIG this year at the Roubdioux Park! π
πΆ John King live at 7:00 PM presented by the Chamber of Commerce
π Food trucks all evening
π Fireworks around 9:00 PM
See you there!

CITY OF WAYNESVILLE RESIDENTS:
TRASH SCHEDULE UPDATES:


In observance of Juneteenth, City Hall will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026.
Regular business hours will resume on Monday, June 22, 2026.


Join us on Sunday, June 21, 2026, on the historic Waynesville Square for The Great Race Event! Come experience an incredible display of classic automobiles, meet fellow car enthusiasts, and enjoy a fun-filled day in downtown Waynesville.
π Parking Information: Please refer to the attached parking map for designated parking areas and traffic flow information.
π See dozens of beautifully restored classic cars
π Enjoy the atmosphere of this nationally recognized event
πΈ Bring your camera and make memories with family and friends
ποΈ Explore local shops, restaurants, and attractions around the Square
Whether you're a lifelong car enthusiast or simply looking for a great community event, The Great Race is an experience you won't want to miss!
We look forward to seeing you in Waynesville on June 21!
#TheGreatRace #WaynesvilleMO #ClassicCars #Route66 #VisitWaynesville #CarShow #FamilyFun #HistoricWaynesville #GreatRace2026 πβ¨

The Park Board Meeting scheduled for tonight, June 11, 2026, has been canceled.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Information regarding the next meeting will be shared as it becomes available.
Thank you.
