Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Rolled Semi On I-5 Blocking Southbound Traffic
The Washington State Department of Transportation cautions drivers to expect delays.
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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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Gig Harbor Housing Input + Cougar Concerns + Special Election Day
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Gig Harbor.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Pierce County Special Election: Ballots Due Tuesday
Voters have until 8 p.m Tuesday to return their primary ballots to a drop box or voting center. Here's what to know for Election Day.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Shorter Lines, Faster Results At Local Testing Sites: TPCHD
Trying to get a COVID-19 test in Pierce County? The Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department is working to make it easier than ever.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Sammamish-Issaquah, WA|News|
Snoqualmie Tribe Recovers 12,000 Acres Of Ancestral Land
The purchase of the newly-renamed Snoqualmie Tribe Ancestral Forest marks the Tribe's largest acquisition in recent history.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Hit-And-Run Driver Crashes Into Lakewood Restaurant
Police are searching for a driver after finding an abandoned car lodged in the wall of the building.
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Seattle|News|
After Chilly Week, A Sunnier Weekend Awaits: Western WA Weather
Saturday is National Play Outside Day. Fortunately, the weather will make playing outside easy.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Pet Dog Saved From Burning Spanaway Home
Pookey the dog is a-okay, thanks to some quick-thinking first responders.
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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Construction To Close Harborview Drive For Several Months
The City of Gig Harbor is warning drivers to expect backups and longer commutes while crews restore a key intersection.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Puyallup Calls On Artists To Help Design Signal Cabinet Wraps
The city is looking for artists to help beautify some downtown installations. Here's how to get involved.
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Seattle|News|
Romance Scams Cost Washingtonians $14 Million In 2020
Looking for love this valentine's? Make sure you're not looking in the wrong places.
Charles Woodman and Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Inslee Pitches 'All Hands On Deck' Statewide Homelessness Effort
The bill would create a coordinated, statewide response to homelessness, including a $494 million investment in more shelter units.
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Seattle|News|
4th Vaccine Dose Recommended For Immunocompromised Washingtonians
The four shots would include the two primary Moderna or Pfizer shots, then a third primary dose, and a booster.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Pierce County Reports First Flu Death In Nearly 2 Years
Several Washingtonians have now died of influenza this year, after nearly two years without significant cases.
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Seattle|News|
Free N95 Masks Arrive At Washington QFC, Fred Meyers
The federal government is partnering with multiple retail pharmacies in Washington to distribute free N95 masks.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Lakewood Armed Carjacking Suspects Identified As Teen Girls
The carjacking forced Clover Park High to briefly enter lockdown Wednesday.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
JBLM Announces Basewide Job Fair This Weekend
Looking for a new line of work? There will be plenty of options here to choose from.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Omicron 'Leveling Off' In Washington, Hospitals Still Stressed
After weeks of record-breaking growth, the omicron wave may finally be on its way out.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Clover Park High Locked Down Amid Police Pursuit
Deputies say they chased an armed carjacker to Clover Park High School midday Wednesday, forcing the school to briefly go on lockdown.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
'It's Time': Healthcare Unions Call On WA To Pass Staffing Reqs
Proposed legislation would set minimum staffing standards at local hospitals, which supporters say would be a "game changer" for Washington.
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