Seattle|News|
See The Unemployment Rate In Washington As Labor Day Nears
A chunk of the labor force in the Evergreen State remains jobless, as national unemployment is still higher than before 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|
1 Killed In Thursday Night Shooting In Lakewood
Two people were shot, one fatally, outside a Lakewood tattoo parlor late Thursday night.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Despite Delta, Breakthrough Cases Remain Rare In Washington
The delta variant produces a high viral load, even in vaccinated patients. However, the vaccine still prevents most severe symptoms.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Pierce County Invites Public To Share Stories Of Recovery
Pierce County is hoping to dispel the stigma around mental health or substance abuse disorders by having survivors share their stories.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
As School Begins, WA Works To Keep Students COVID Safe
As students head back to the classroom, health leaders hope increasing vaccination will help keep them, and their communities, safe.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Make Your Home Disaster Ready For National Preparedness Month
Washington's Emergency Management Division says now is the time to start preparing for quakes, wildfires, or other natural disasters.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Washington Will Appeal 'Flawed' Purdue Bankruptcy Plan
The plan requires Purdue pay $4.3 billion over nine years for its part in the opioid epidemic, but Washington says that isn't nearly enough.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Labor Day Travel In WA: How To Avoid Holiday Traffic And Delays
WSDOT says this holiday weekend's traffic "may be worse than ever" before. Here's a look at what to avoid.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Inslee Calls On Congress To Pass Climate Legislation
Gov. Jay Inslee has signed on a letter with 9 other governors calling on congress to do more to prevent the climate crisis.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Pierce County Council Approves 6 New Conservation Projects
The six purchases approved by the council this week include a Gig Harbor salmon heritage site and a new, 20-acre property in Puyallup.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Sumner Power Outage Knocks Out Traffic Lights
A power outage knocked out traffic lights at several key intersections in Sumner Wednesday.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Bonney Lake Police Ask For Help With Home Depot Theft Suspect
The Bonney Lake Police Department is asking the public if they recognize the suspect behind a recent theft.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Lakewood Plans 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
The public is invited to Lakewood City Hall next week for an event marking 20 years since the 9/11 terror attacks.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Bonney Lake Homeowner Calls 911 To Report Shooting Intruder
One man has been taken to the hospital to be treated for a gunshot wound after a home invasion in Bonney Lake Tuesday.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Washington State Fair Ordered To Implement Mask Mandate
Pierce County's top health official is issuing a health order that will require masks be worn at all times at the fair.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Delta Variant Threatens Washington Restaurants, Association Says
The Washington Hospitality Association is urging Congress to replenish the Restaurant Revitalization Fund immediately.
Charles Woodman and Chris Mosby, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Bonney Lake-Sumner Pumpkin Patch Guide 2021
There are several pumpkin patches in the Bonney Lake-Sumner area. Here are some of the most prominent ones.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Lakewood-JBLM Pumpkin Patch Guide 2021
Landmark pumpkin patches and fields in Washington offer a ton of fall fun for the family.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Pumpkin Picking Patches Around Gig Harbor
There are numerous pumpkin patches in the Gig Harbor area. Here are some of the most popular ones.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Popular Pumpkin Fields Near Puyallup
There are numerous pumpkin patches in the Puyallup area. Here are some of the most famous ones.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff