Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Tacoma Narrows Bridge Toll Rate Hikes Approved
Starting this October, drivers will see their Good to Go! Pay By Mail, and toll booth rates rise. Here's why.
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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Puyallup, WA|News|
Ending Homelessness In Pierce County: Public Input Sought
The Pierce County Council has committed to ending street homelessness by November, but want the public's opinion on how to do it.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
State Firefighters Must Be Vaccinated Against COVID: Commissioner
DNR employees, including firefighters, will need vaccinations by mid-October. Next, Commissioner Franz hopes to make that mandate broader.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Puyallup Commercial Fire Cause Under Investigation
Meanwhile, firefighters say the wreckage will continue smoking for at least the next couple of days.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
2021 Fall Foliage Peak Map: When Leaves Are Best In Washington
The 2021 Fall Foliage Prediction Map is out to help you plan trips to see autumn in all its splendor in Washington and other U.S. states.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Pfizer Vaccine Receives Full FDA Approval, Washington Celebrates
Pfizer's is the first COVID-19 vaccine to clear the FDA's final approval process. Here's how the Evergreen state is responding to the news.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
COVID-19 Outbreak At Pierce County Jail To Limit Bookings: Report
Up to 35 inmates at the Pierce County Jail have now tested positive for COVID-19, according to a new report from the News Tribune.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Labor Day 2021 Travel: Tips For Getting Out In Washington
As the delta variant looms over Labor Day travel plans, know what to expect when it comes to masks, gas prices, and other restrictions.
Charles Woodman and Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Lakewood Plans Western State Hospital Open House Next Week
The public has been invited to attend an open house at Custer Elementary next week to discuss the hospital's future.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
How To See August’s Rare Blue Moon Over Washington
A seasonal blue moon will grace the skies Sunday. A blue moon happens when there are four full moons in any season.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Evacuation Lifted Around 3 Alarm Puyallup Commercial Fire
The evacuation in downtown Puyallup has been lifted, but residents who live near the fire are still being asked to shelter-in-place.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Washington Weather Forecast: Lingering Clouds, Chance Showers
After the heat and smoke Puget Sound has seen this summer, a return to classic gray skies this weekend may not be so bad.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Lakewood Sewer Repair To Close Steilacoom Boulevard All Next Week
Crews will need to shut down parts of Steilacoom Blvd for repairs to a sewer main that broke late last month.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Reminder: SR 167 Closure Is This Weekend
The closure began Friday evening, and WSDOT says it's likely to cause more than 10 miles of backups this weekend.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
The Washington State Fair Will Go On As Planned
The recent spike in COVID-19 cases has some events shutting down, but the state fair is holding the course-- albeit with new mask rules.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Brush Fire Near Tehaleh 40% Contained, No Homes Threatened
A fire that sparked up late Thursday night in the Bonney Lake area has burned roughly 10-15 acres, but is almost half contained.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Pierce County Libraries Expand Hours, But Will Require Masks
The Pierce County Library System says all 18 of it's full-service libraries are having their hours dramatically expanded.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Gig Harbor Cancels Summer Sounds At Skansie, Movies In The Park
The move follows the recent cancellation of the Maritime Gig Festival. All three events were canceled due to COVID-19 concerns.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
King Falls Behind Pierce, Snohomish In Rental Assistance: Report
King County has only distributed about 4.5% of its federal funding to help renters and landlords, according to a new Seattle Times report.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Masks Required Once Again At City Of Puyallup Facilities
The state's mask mandate doesn't go into effect until Monday, but the City of Puyallup is getting the jump on new protections.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
