Seattle|News|
COVID Staffing Shortages Continue To Cause Problems For Ferries
Staff shortages caused delays for seven Washington State Ferries routes Friday, and have been an ongoing problem during the pandemic.
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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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Semi Truck Catches Fire On Southbound I-5 Near DuPont
Drivers heading south on I-5 Friday morning should expect heavy traffic following an early a.m. accident.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Toxic Algae Warning + Biennium Budget + Harbor Investments
The latest on what's happening in Gig Harbor, delivered straight to your inbox.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Toxic Algae Caution Advisory Issued For Palmer Lake
The health department says visitors should check the water for algae before diving in, and steer clear if they spot any.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Pierce County Council Outlines 2021-23 Biennium Budget Priorities
Last month, Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier outlined his budget proposal. Here's what the council has planned for the county.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
See 2021's Top Baby Names In Puget Sound
To give a hint: many of Western Washington's popular baby names have a naturalistic bent.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
New Commander Assumes Role As Head of Joint Base Lewis-McChord
Lt. Gen. Xavier Brunson has assumed command of America’s First Corps and Joint Base Lewis-McChord following a ceremony Wednesday.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
3 Arrested In South Hill Jewelry Store Robbery
Three suspects have been booked into the Pierce County Jail, accused of a jewelry store robbery that sparked a police chase Wednesday.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Bonney Lake Police Search For Home Depot Theft Suspects
Police are hoping someone recognizes two men that officers say were behind a pair of thefts at the local Home Depot.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Gig Harbor Needs Artists + Chipotle Proposal + Beluga Sighting
Your five-minute guide to everything worth knowing today in town.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
City Of Puyallup Video Celebrating Local Art Wins National Award
Puyallup's 6-minute short film shows off just a few of the city's talented musicians, sculptors and other artists.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
JBLM Families Offered Shot At Free Pumpkin Patch Tickets
Military Northwest and U.S. Family Health Plan at PacMed are offering four family passes to Picha Farms in Puyallup
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Pierce Transit Bus Rebalancing Will Remove Hundreds Of Stops
The rebalancing effort will remove 214 of stops, many of which were found to be redundant and slowing transport. Here's what's what's going.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Pierce County Seeks Professional Services To Help Local Business
Pierce County is giving ARPA funds to local businesses who want to hire professional services- but they'll need service providers to do it.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Calling All Artists! Gig Harbor Seeks Creators For New Project
The Gig Harbor Arts Commission is sponsoring carvings and embellishments of select tree snags near Grandview Forest Park.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Lost Beluga Whale Spotted In Central Puget Sound
Orca Network is asking anyone who spots the whale to stay clear and report their sighting.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Loyalty Park Closed For Resurfacing To Repair Break-In Damage
This is the second resurfacing this year, after a break-in ruined the first try. The City says it really hopes people stay away this time.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
2 Teens Shot At Lakewood Apartment, Suspect On The Loose: Reports
Two teenagers have been hospitalized after a shooting in Lakewood late Tuesday evening, according to several reports.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Peninsula School Funding + Geoduck Farming + Mask Threat
Welcome to the Gig Harbor Daily— your source for the latest on all things Gig Harbor.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Tacoma Man Sentenced For Fire In Seattle's 'CHOP' Last Summer
A 36-year-old Tacoma man has been set for setting a fire outside the Seattle Police East Precinct during last summer's occupied protest.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
