Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Lakewood’s 4th Of July 2021
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Pierce County.
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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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Gig Harbor’s 4th Of July 2021
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Pierce County.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Puyallup’s 4th Of July 2021
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Pierce County.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Bonney Lake’s 4th Of July 2021
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Pierce County.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Sumner's 4th Of July 2021
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Pierce County.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Pierce County Urges Residents To Forego The Fireworks This Year
Consumer fireworks remain legal in much of the county, but the drought and recent heat wave mean the county is also primed for wildfires.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
WSP Join CA And OR Troopers For 4th Of July Safety Patrols
For the "I-5 Alive" campaign, troopers from three states will be working together to crack down on speeders this weekend.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Bonney Lake Police Search For Stolen Party Barge, Reward Offered
Crime Stoppers is offering a $1,000 reward for information on a party barge stolen from a recently retired firefighter.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Pierce County's Behavioral Health Tax Goes Into Effect
Starting Thursday, you may notice sales taxes have increased slightly. Here's why and how that money will be used.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Lakewood City Hall Reopens
As of Thursday, Lakewood City Hall has reopened to the public - though appointments may be required for some in-person services.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
South Hill, Fife Libraries Latest Pierce Libraries To Reopen
As of Wednesday, 10 of the Pierce County Library System's 20 libraries have reopened their doors to the public. 8 more will soon join them.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bellevue, WA|News|
Holiday Commuters Urged To Drive Safe, Stay Alert This Weekend
This 4th of July is set to be the busiest one ever on Washington's roads. AAA is hoping it'll also be the safest.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Heatwave Damages Shaw Road Bridge
The damages have since been repaired, but the city is asking residents to keep an eye out for any other heat-related damage.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Puyallup City Hall To Reopen Next Week
Puyallup City Hall will resume in-person services Wednesday, though residents are still welcome to use their online services.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Emergency Fireworks Ban Fails To Pass Pierce County Council
The council gave a last-ditch effort to ban fireworks in unincorporated Pierce County, but the plan failed to garner the necessary votes.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Seattle Police Shoot Suspect In Puyallup During Trafficking Bust
As part of a large anti-drug trafficking operation, SPD served 19 search warrants across Puget Sound Wednesday. One ended in a shooting.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Washington State Reopens Wednesday: What To Know
Washington state is lifting almost all the remaining pandemic safety restrictions. Here's what is changing, and what is sticking around.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
9/11 Memorial In Milton Will Remain Standing: Report
The memorial had received a complaint because it depicted a silhouette of an angel, which the complaint alleged was inappropriate.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Boating Safety Tips For 4th Of July Weekend In Puget Sound
As people in Western Washington plan holiday boat outings, safety precautions should be taken before leaving the dock.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Traveling This 4th Of July? Check Gas Prices In Washington
Gas prices are at a seven-year high this Independence Day. Before you travel, see how much you can expect to pay at the pump.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
