Puyallup, WA|News|
AG's Office To Announce Decision In Manuel Ellis' Case Soon
Next Wednesday will mark one year since Ellis was killed while being restrained by Tacoma police.
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.
Posting Activity
Across Washington, WA|News|
South African COVID-19 Variant Confirmed In Washington
The B.1.351 variant does not cause more serious illnesses, but may be more resistant to some vaccines.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Sumner-Bonney Lake Schools See Record High Graduation Rate
The district's high school graduation rate has risen two percent and is now 10 percent higher than the statewide rate.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Construction Begins On 150th Street In Lakewood
A stretch of 150 near JBLM's logistics gate will be closed through mid-March.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Across Washington, WA|News|
COVID-19 Vaccine Finding Website Helps Thousands Find Shots
Since the website launched earlier this month, hundreds of thousands of visitors have visited to find a vaccine dose.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Wet Weather System To Stick Around Through Tuesday
Much of the Puget Sound has been protected from the rain by a rainshadow, but it is elevating several rivers.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
WA Lowers Flags To Mourn 500,000 COVID-19 Casualties
Gov. Inslee has ordered flags at half-staff this week to mourn the 500,000 Americans slain by the pandemic.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Pierce Health Announces DuPoint Vaccine Clinic
Registration opens noon Tuesday for the free vaccine clinic. Here's what we know and how to sign up.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Mariners CEO Mather Resigns Following Rotary Remarks
Kevin Mather has been under fire after a speech he gave to the Bellevue Breakfast Rotary Club, which critics say was offensive and callous.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Car Plows Into Parkland Home: Resident Injured, Driver Missing
The victim has been taken to the hospital but is expected to recover. Meanwhile, deputies are trying to track down the escaped driver.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Pierce County Sheriff Department Warn of Scammer Posing As Deputy
The scammer used the name of a recently retired deputy and threatened a woman over the phone, saying she'd be arrested unless she paid up.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
'Stronger, Wetter System' Incoming: Washington Weather Forecast
The calm workweek was a nice reprieve after last weekend's heavy snows. Unfortunately, it was not to last.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Coronavirus In Pierce County: Week In Review
Though the state continues to struggle with vaccine availability, Pierce County is starting to trend in the right direction.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Inslee Signs $2.2B Emergency COVID-19 Relief Bill
Now that it has been signed, the emergency relief bill has immediately gone into effect.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Pierce County Deputies Searching For Missing Vulnerable Adult
23-year-old Logan Bearss was last seen on Thursday.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Ferrucci Jr High Club Hosts Food Drive For Metro Animal Services
The Ferrucci Community Service Club is inviting the public to help feed hungry kids and pets in need.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
HUD Grants $84M To Help WA Residents Struggling With Homelessness
The Department of Commerce says the money will help nearly 18,000 struggling Washingtonians.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
2021 Brings 'Moderate Increases' For Pierce County Property Taxes
The Pierce County Assessor says that considering surging real estate values across the county, this year's tax increases are fairly modest.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Volunteers Build COVID-19 Vaccine Finder Website
The site offers another way for Washington residents to find a vaccine and schedule an appointment.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Unemployment In Washington On Downward Trend
New data from the Employment Security Department shows early signs of improvement for Washington's economy.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
