Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Pierce County Health Posts Update On School Testing Pilot
Three Pierce County districts agreed to take weekly COVID-19 tests. Now, the health department says the early results are promising.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
- Seattle, WA
Charles started as Field Editor for Patch in May 2020, covering western Washington. He is based in Seattle. In the past, he has written for various TV news stations in Seattle, Reno, Nevada and Fairbanks, Alaska. He has also worked as a music critic, weatherman, and soccer referee.
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Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Vaccination In Washington: Phase 1B Coming In Next Few Days
The DOH says Washington is picking up the pace of vaccinations, and hope to broaden distribution within the week.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
2nd Trump Impeachment: How Washington's House Delegation Voted
Two of Washington's representatives were among the 10 Republicans who voted to impeach.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
As Heavy Rains Pour, NWS Warns Of Floods, Landslides & Avalanches
As the rains continue, Western Washington is nearing the breaking point. Here's what forecasters say to watch for.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Veteran's Charity To Pay Back Wages After AG Suit
The lawsuit ousted the head of Veterans Independent Enterprises of Washington, who spent hundreds of thousands in charity money on herself.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
1 Dead, Another Arrested After Late-Night Tacoma Stabbing
A 43-year-old man has been arrested for a deadly stabbing Monday night in Tacoma.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Pierce County Library Reveals Most Popular Digital Books in 2020
Despite being largely closed due to the pandemic, Pierce County libraries managed to rent out a record-breaking number of books digitally.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Rep. Jayapal Positive For COVID-19 Following Capitol Lockdown
Jayapal is not the only representative who has tested positive following the incident. She blames colleagues who refused to wear masks.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Rain, Potential Flooding, Landslide Threat: Bonney Lake Forecast
A number of things could happen over the next few days, but one thing is certain: it's going to be wet.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Rain, Potential Flooding, Landslide Threat: Lakewood Forecast
A number of things could happen over the next few days, but one thing is certain: it's going to be wet.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Rain, Potential Flooding, Landslide Threat: Gig Harbor Forecast
A number of things could happen over the next few days, but one thing is certain: it's going to be wet.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Rain, Potential Flooding, Landslide Threat: Puyallup Forecast
A number of things could happen over the next few days, but one thing is certain: it's going to be wet.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
WA DOH Will Now Text After Positive COVID-19 Tests
The text will prompt patients to alert WA Notify, which will warn others who may have been exposed to the virus.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Washington Among States Most Willing To Accept COVID-19 Vaccine
A new study on vaccine hesitancy says Washington is in the top ten states most likely to take the vaccine - but it still may not be enough.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Puyallup Asks Residents To Weigh In On Housing Issues
The city hopes to have a new Housing Action Plan ready by mid-2021
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
WA Superintendent Outlines Hopes For 2021 Legislative Session
Superintendent Reykdal says the pandemic has exposed inequities in the state's education system that must be addressed.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Free Admission At Mount Rainier National Park On MLK Day
Jan. 18 will mark the first of six free-admission days at the nation’s 63 national parks in 2021.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Coronavirus In Lakewood: The Week In Review
State health officials announced Friday that no regions will be eligible to move to the second reopening phase until at least Jan. 18.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Coronavirus In Gig Harbor: The Week In Review
State health officials announced Friday that no regions will be eligible to move to the second reopening phase until at least Jan. 18.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Coronavirus In Bonney Lake: The Week In Review
State health officials announced Friday that no regions will be eligible to move to the second reopening phase until at least Jan. 18.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff