Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
WA Unemployment Shrinks, But New Claims Rise As Benefits Expire
Mixed news from Washington's Employment Security Department as job seekers prepare for their pandemic benefits to run out.
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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Edmonds, WA|News|
Seattle Startup's Vegan Chicken Nuggets Come To School Lunches
Rebellyous Foods, a Seattle-based food startup, will be supplying vegan nuggets for 125,000 students in California and Washington.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Ohop Lake Closed By Toxic Algae Bloom
The health department says everyone should stay clear of the water for the near future.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Inslee Expands Mask Mandate To Include Large Outdoor Gatherings
Starting next week, everyone age 5 and up will be asked to wear facial coverings when at large outdoor gatherings of 500 or more people.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Biden Vaccine Rule May Impact 100 Million People, Including In WA
Under Biden's new vaccine order, any business with more than 100 workers will be required to have employees vaccinated, or tested weekly.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Suspected DUI Driver Arrested For Collision On I-5 In Tacoma
Several lanes of I-5 northbound had to be blocked midday Thursday in Tacoma after a car collided with a semi truck.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
More Asian Giant Hornet Sightings Raise Concerns About New Nests
Officials are asking the public to report any signs of the so-called "murder hornets" after two more were found near Blaine this week.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
As Hospitals Strain, Washington DOH Prepares For The Worst
Washington health care providers saw hospitalization rates grow even higher over the holiday. Now, they may have to make some tough calls.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
WSP Arrested 35 Suspected DUI Drivers Over Labor Day Weekend
Though any drunk driver is still one driver too many, troopers say 35 arrests is a significant drop over the previous two years.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
5 Things About Pumpkins Before Visiting Patches In Washington
What to know about pumpkins before visiting the best fields across Puget Sound this fall.
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Seattle|News|
Orca Sightings Hit Record High Over Labor Day Weekend
The Pacific Whale Watch Association says there has now been 793 Bigg’s killer whales sightings in 2021, a record high.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Western State Hospital Virtual Q&A Set For Thursday
The public has been invited to attend a virtual open house this week to discuss the hospital's future.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bellevue, WA|News|
Shots Fired On Main Street, Bellevue Police Search For Shooter
Bellevue Police say they are investigating several reports of shots fired in the 15000 block of Main Street. No injuries have been reported.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
3 Car Collision on SR-16 Causing Traffic Problems In Gig Harbor
The crash, combined with the ongoing closure of Harborview Drive, is expected to cause backups through the evening.
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Kirkland, WA|News|
Lake Washington School Sends Dozens Home, Fearing COVID Contact
One positive COVID-19 test resulted in 53 people being sent home from Kirkland's Kamiakin Middle School Tuesday.
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Seattle|News|
Seahawks, Sounders, And Mariners To Require Proof Of Vaccination
Three of Washington's biggest teams will now be requiring that fans provide proof they've been vaccinated before they can come to the game.
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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Workshop Promotes Religious Exemptions To Vaccine Order: Report
A Gig Harbor chaplain is working to help hundreds of people skirt the vaccine requirement, according to a new report from the News Tribune.
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Seattle|News|
Vaccine Verification Program Coming To King County Businesses
King County says it will require some non-essential indoor businesses to implement a vaccine verification policy. Here's how it will work.
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Seattle|News|
Washington Weather: Showers, Potential For Thunderstorms Incoming
Labor Day weekend was a rare treat, with sunny skies and warm temperatures throughout. Unfortunately, it was not to last.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Washington Vaccine Mandate: State Employees Reach Agreement
A tentative agreement between the state and the Washington Federation of State Employees means the governor's mandate will go into effect.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
