Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Coronavirus In Gig Harbor: The Week In Review
A second vaccine is approved, and state health leaders say Washington is on track to contain the winter surge. Catch up on the latest.
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|
Coronavirus In Bonney Lake-Sumner: The Week In Review
A second vaccine is approved, and state health leaders say Washington is on track to contain the winter surge. Catch up on the latest.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Coronavirus In Puyallup: The Week In Review
A second vaccine is approved, and state health leaders say Washington is on track to contain the winter surge. Catch up on the latest.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Lakewood Celebrates 25th Anniversary With Art Contest
The anniversary celebration will kick off with the city's 25th annual art contest, but many more events are planned through the year.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
$600M Unemployment Fraud Theft ESD's Fault: State Auditor
Of the $600 million, the Employment Security Department has recouped about $250 million.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
As White River Rises, Sumner Closes Link Trail
Starting Friday afternoon, the trail will be closed through the weekend.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Gig Harbor Adopts 2021 Budget
Mayor Kit Kuhn describes the plan as "a very cautious approach" considering the city does not know the full impacts the pandemic will leave.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Inslee Unveils $57.6 Billion Budget Proposal For 2021-2023
The proposal includes a new tax on capital gains, plus millions in spending for small businesses and helping residents pay rent.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Congress Nears New Stimulus Deal: What That Means For Washington
Congress has vowed not to go home before approving a nearly $900 billion stimulus.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Gig Harbor Planning Commission Seeks Volunteer To Fill Vacancy
The Gig Harbor Planning Commission makes recommendations to City Council on issues of zoning and land use.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Graduation Rates Rose For Class Of 2020, Despite Difficult Year
It's been a tumultuous school year for Washington students, but a greater percentage of students will graduate this year than ever before.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Fisher Scones Maker Fined For Overworking Teens 1,500 Times
The Washington Department of Labor & Industries says it's the "most occurrences ever of overworking teens".
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Seattle|News|
Sweep Cracks Down On Illegal Vape Sales To Minors
A recent sweep by the Attorney General's Office caught seven companies that had been illegally selling vapes to minors in Washington.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Stormy Weather Has Sumner Watching Puyallup, White Rivers
The city says it's unlikely either will flood, but the storms this week will have both rivers elevated.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
WA On Track To Contain COVID-19 Surge, But Must Remain Vigilant
Daily coronavirus cases remain very high, but Washington appears to have flattened the curve of transmissions.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Despite Restrictions, WA Unemployment Remained Stable Though Nov
Even with the coronavirus closures, WA's economy added about 100 jobs over November, leaving the state close to where it was in October.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Pierce County Will Not Dissolve Health Dept After Surprise Vote
The county council appeared poised to approve a controversial proposal to dissolve the Tacoma - Pierce Count Health Department late Tuesday.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Lakewood Forecast: Active Weather Lasts Through The Weekend
Classic December weather is on tap for Washington, with cycles of rain, wind and mountain snow stretching as far as the forecast can see.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Bonney Lake Forecast: Active Weather Lasts Through The Weekend
Classic December weather is on tap for Washington, with cycles of rain, wind and mountain snow stretching as far as the forecast can see.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Gig Harbor Forecast: Active Weather Lasts Through The Weekend
Classic December weather is on tap for Washington, with cycles of rain, wind and mountain snow stretching as far as the forecast can see.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff