Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Gig Harbor Election Results: Pierce County 2021 August Primary
Polls have closed, and the final votes are being tallied in Pierce County. Here's a look at the preliminary results in Gig Harbor.
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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Seattle|News|
Nearly One In Three Seattle Homes Sells For Over $1M: Report
While Seattle has the priciest homes in Puget Sound, Tacoma and Burien also have a large share of million dollar homes.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Washington Vaccine And Mask Mandates: See Who's Requiring Them
As the delta variant spreads through the U.S., many companies are issuing new requirements for staff and customers.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Opioid, Fentanyl Poisonings On The Rise In Pierce County
The Tacoma - Pierce County Health Department says 55 have died of fentanyl poisoning in 2021, and they're hoping to prevent future tragedy.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Lakewood Survey Will Help As City Allocates Pandemic Relief Funds
The City of Lakewood is asking for the public's input as they use American Rescue Plan Act funds. Here's how to get involved.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Election Day In Pierce County: Primary Ballots Due Tuesday
Voters have until 8 p.m Tuesday to return their primary ballots to a drop box or vote center. Here's what to know for Election Day.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
1 Killed In I-5 Off-Ramp Crash, Traffic Backups Expected
A deadly crash in Tacoma Monday afternoon has troopers warning commuters to switch up their routines.
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Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Western Washington Smoke: Hazy Days Ahead, But Rain To The Rescue
The haze should remain aloft, but sensitive groups are being asked to take it easy until the smoke passes. Here's what to know.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Washington Asks Residents To Check Trees For Invasive Pests
The Asian giant hornet, sometimes called the "murder hornet" is one of several invasive pests the state is hoping to track down and remove.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Pierce County Fair Returns To Graham Later This Month
The fair is returning in full force after the pandemic forced last year's fair to be a largely virtual affair.
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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Gig Harbor Seeks Volunteers For Lodging Tax Committee
The city is looking for someone who has worked in hospitality and who is familiar with the lodging tax to help decide how it's used.
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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Target Unveils New Mask Requirement For WA Stores
Target employees will once again be required to wear masks. Customers remain "strongly recommended" to wear them, regardless of vaccination.
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Seattle|News|
Rain On The Way? Washington Weather Forecast
Puget Sound has been in a bit of a dry streak, but that could change when a cold trough moves in this week. Here's what to know.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Puyallup Eligible For Discount Trees Through County Program
The program, which offers discount trees to Puyallup and Tacoma residents, aims to increase vegetation to reduce flooding risks.
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Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Despite Pushback, Sumner-Bonney Lake Schools Will Require Masks
"Please note, this masking decision is not a choice being left to local school boards," the district wrote in a letter to parents.
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Seattle|News|
Biden & Inslee Discuss Wildfire Resource Shortages
“Our resources are already being stretched to keep up,” Biden said. “We need more help.”
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Lakewood I-5 Construction Drawing To A Close As HOV Lane Opens
The last in a series of construction projects along I-5 near Lakewood is wrapping up with the early opening of a new, 4.5 mile HOV lane.
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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Gig Harbor Fire Holds Procession For Fallen Firefighter
Eliza Hoover joined Gig Harbor Fire back in 2009. She passed away unexpectedly this week.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Suspect In Puyallup Standoff Arrested
Wednesday, deputies left a standoff with a domestic violence suspect without making an arrest. Thursday, they came back with a warrant.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Pierce County Opens Cooling Centers For Weekend Heat
We've got a hot weekend ahead, so the county is taking the precaution of opening three cooling centers to help residents in need cool off.
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