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Washington's Wildlife: Photos Of The Week
arts & entertainment Shared from Across Washington, WA What are you out doing this summer? Share your photos with Patch, and your work could be featured next week. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 28, 2019 9:44 pm ET Washington's Wildlife: Photos Of The Week (Reader Submissions) WASHINGTON — For this weekly roundup of local photography, Patch took several submissions from three readers showing a small diversity of Washington's beautiful wildlife.
Washington's Top Stories On Patch This Past Week
community corner A 'Botox Bandit' is wanted in King County, Salvation Army Seattle is ending its Sodo operations, and a neighbor dispute sees gunfire. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 28, 2019 7:00 am ET | Updated Jul 28, 2019 10:02 am ET Police believe Lauren L. Klavano fled after receiving Botox treatments in Kirkland.
Some Washington Beaches May Be Unsafe For Swimming, Report Finds
kids & family A new report from an environmental group identified several Washington beaches that swimmers and boaters may want to avoid.
Orting Man Pleads Guilty To Raping, Molesting Young Girls
community corner Jacob Fellis, 19, will spend 2 years in prison after pleading guilty this week to raping and molesting 2 girls his mother used to babysit. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 25, 2019 6:00 pm ET Orting Man Pleads Guilty To Raping, Molesting Young Girls (Shutterstock.com) ORTING, WA — A 19-year-old Orting man on Thursday officially pleaded guilty to the rape and molestation of two girls his mother previously babysat.
Warrant Arrests, Troublesome Neighbors, And More Dogs In Cars
police & fire Loud parties and neighbors shouting at other people's children got the attention of Enumclaw police over the past week. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 25, 2019 4:42 pm ET Enumclaw Police Department Blotter For July 18-25 (Shutterstock) ENUMCLAW, WA — Despite repeated warnings from various local news outlets and local police, Enumclaw residents keep leaving their pets locked in cars on hot days.
Massachusetts Author Dies In Fall On Mt. Rainier
community corner Shared from Enumclaw, WA Robert Moll, 41, of Rowley, Massachusetts, died last week after falling from Barrier Peak on Washington's Mt. Rainier. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 25, 2019 3:15 pm ET Robert Moll leaves behind a wife and four children. (GoFundMe.com) GREENWATER, WA — A Rowley, Massachusetts, author and journalist was identified this week as the climber who fell to his death last Friday on Mount Rainier.
City Administrator Resigns, Gets $45K
politics & government The Gig Harbor City Council this week agreed to pay Wade Farris $45,000 to leave office amid a conduct investigation, which will continue. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 25, 2019 2:16 pm ET Wade Farris has resigned from his position at Gig Harbor city hall. (Google Maps) GIG HARBOR, WA — City Administrator Wade Farris resigned this week following a complaint about unprofessional conduct and a subsequent mayoral suspension in spring.
Youth Shotgun Safety & Fun Shoot: Register Now
kids & family Shared from Lakewood-JBLM, WA There's still one week left to register for the free Youth Shotgun Safety & Fun Shoot for ages 8-16 at JBLM's skeet range Aug. 3. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 25, 2019 1:29 pm ET Registration for the 12 annual Youth Shotgun Safety & Fun Shoot is open through Aug. 2. (Joint Base Lewis-McChord Family and MWR) JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, WA — Would you like your kids to learn firearm safety from professionals?
72nd Street Project Postponed Through Weekend
traffic & transit Shared from Puyallup, WA The delay in the resurfacing project between Waller and Canyon roads east is to accommodate the Goodguys car show at the fair grounds.
JBLM Issues Warning For Contacting Wildlife On-Base
kids & family Joint Base Lewis-McChord is not just home to soldiers and their families; a variety of wildlife also live and travel through the region. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 25, 2019 12:16 pm ET JBLM is also home to coyotes, raccoons, and black bears — so be careful.
Own A Piece Of Puget Sound With 25-Acre Longbranch Estate
real estate Waterfront property at the southern tip of Nisqually Reach overlooks Puget Sound's Anderson and McNeil islands.
Huge Gravelly Lake Home Offers Luxurious Comfort And Privacy
real estate This incredible stone home in Lakewood brings a big yard, though Gravelly Lake is literally across the street.
$1.6M A-Frame Cabin At Crystal Mountain Resort
real estate Overlooking the Crystal Mountain Resort basin from the southeastern slope, this incredible property is all about location.
Brier Couple Win $12 Million Lotto Jackpot
arts & entertainment Shared from Edmonds, WA The couple said they don't have big plans for the money, but they'll probably buy a new car. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 24, 2019 6:29 pm ET Brier Couple Win $12 Million Lotto Jackpot (Shutterstock / lenetstan) BRIER, WA — "Oh, my God. They're talking about us!" A Brier couple recently came forward to claim the largest Washington Lotto jackpot seen over the past 10 years, according to Lotto officials.
Man Shoots At Neighbor During Fence Dispute And Gets Arrested
police & fire Shared from Puyallup, WA William Johnson, 57, is accused of firing one round from a shotgun at his neighbor, narrowly missing him — and the whole thing was filmed. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 24, 2019 5:44 pm ET | Updated Jul 24, 2019 5:45 pm ET Man Shoots At Neighbor During Fence Dispute And Gets Arrested (Shutterstock / Rainer Fuhrmann) PIERCE COUNTY, WA — A neighbor dispute nearly turned deadly Tuesday when an argument escalated to gunfire, resulting in one person's arrest.
Opioid 'Scripts Down In SnoCo But ODs Remain High
health & fitness The number of opioid prescriptions since 2006 have decreased in Snohomish County, but the number of opioid-related overdose deaths hasn't.
Opioid 'Scripts Down In Pierce County But ODs Remain Steady
health & fitness The number of opioid prescriptions have lessened across Pierce County since 2006, but the number of opioid-related overdose deaths hasn't.
Enumclaw School Calendar 2019-2020: First Day Of School And More
schools When's the first day of school for Enumclaw School District? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 23, 2019 8:23 pm ET Enumclaw School Calendar 2019-2020 (Shutterstock) ENUMCLAW, WA — The first day of school for the Enumclaw School District is Sept. 3 — and whether you and the kids are looking forward to the new school year or are dreading the end of summer, you'll want to mark the date on your calendar ASAP.
Edmonds School Calendar 2019-2020: First Day Of School And More
schools When's the first day of school for the Edmonds School District? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 23, 2019 8:12 pm ET | Updated Jul 23, 2019 8:23 pm ET Edmonds School Calendar 2019-2020 (Shutterstock) EDMONDS, WA — The first day of school for the Edmonds School District is Sept.
Clover Park Schools Calendar 2019-2020: First Day Of School, More
schools When's the first day of school in Lakewood? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 23, 2019 7:29 pm ET Clover Park Schools Calendar 2019-2020: First Day Of School And More (Shutterstock) LAKEWOOD, WA — The first day of school for the Clover Park School District is Aug. 28 — and whether you and the kids are looking forward to the new school year or are dreading the end of summer, you'll want to mark the date on your calendar ASAP.
Peninsula School Calendar 2019-2020: First Day Of School And More
schools When's the first day of school in Gig Harbor? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 23, 2019 7:22 pm ET Peninsula School Calendar 2019-2020: First Day Of School And More (Shutterstock) GIG HARBOR, WA — The first day of school for the Peninsula School District is Aug. 28 — and whether you and the kids are looking forward to the new school year or are dreading the end of summer, you'll want to mark the date on your calendar ASAP.
UP School District Calendar 2019-20: First Day Of School And More
schools When's the first day of school in University Place? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 23, 2019 7:14 pm ET UP School District Calendar 2019-20 (Shutterstock) UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA — The first day of school for the University Place School District is Sept. 3 — and whether you and the kids are looking forward to the new school year or are dreading the end of summer, you'll want to mark the date on your calendar ASAP.
S-BLSD School Calendar 2019-20: First Day Of School And More
schools When's the first day of school for the Sumner-Bonney Lake School District? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 23, 2019 7:04 pm ET | Updated Jul 23, 2019 7:14 pm ET S-BLSD School Calendar 2019-20: First Day Of School And More (Shutterstock) SUMNER-BONNEY LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT, WA — The first day of school for the Sumner-Bonney Lake School District is Sept. 3 for grades 1-12 and Sept.
Puyallup School Calendar 2019-2020: First Day Of School And More
schools When's the first day of school in Puyallup? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 23, 2019 6:54 pm ET Puyallup School Calendar 2019-2020: First Day Of School And More (Shutterstock) PUYALLUP, WA — The first day of school in Puyallup is September 4 — and whether you and the kids are looking forward to the new school year or are dreading the end of summer, you'll want to mark the date on your calendar ASAP.
Law Affecting MMR Vaccine Exemptions Takes Affect Sunday
schools Shared from Lakewood-JBLM, WA Washington's new state law removing personal and philosophical MMR vaccine exemptions takes effect July 28.
Police Chase Through University Place Ends With Arrest
police & fire Shared from University Place, WA Jaiquan Goggans, 22, is accused of leading Pierce County deputies on a high-speed chase through a UP neighborhood with 3 women in the car.
Free Emerald City Trolley Service Coming To Edmonds In August
traffic & transit Emerald City Trolley and the city of Edmonds recently reached an agreement to bring the free trolley to downtown and the waterfront. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 23, 2019 4:05 pm ET Free Emerald City Trolley Service Coming To Edmonds In August (Shutterstock / TS Photographer) EDMONDS, WA — All aboard! The free Edmonds Holiday Trolley will be in service throughout August, thanks to a new agreement between the city and Seattle-based Emerald City Trolley.
Eatonville Murder Suspect Released; No Charges Filed
police & fire A man arrested on suspicion of second-degree murder was released Monday night without charges filed. The incident is under investigation.
Pets In Cars: Council Adopts New Intermediate Penalty Law
pets Gig Harbor City Council on Monday adopted a state law allowing police to impose a fine rather than a criminal charge for neglecting pets.
South Hill Mall Macy's Burgled; Suspect In Custody: Police
police & fire Puyallup police say a lone burglar ransacked Macy's and shot out the glass doors as he tried to escape. No one was hurt. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 23, 2019 10:19 am ET South Hill Mall Burgled; Suspect In Custody: Police (Puyallup Police Department) PUYALLUP, WA — Police responded to a reported shooting at South Hill Mall Tuesday morning. No one was injured and one person is in custody.
Two Burglars Caught At Milton Middle School Construction Site
police & fire Matthew Crouch and Justin Glenn are accused of breaking into the Surprise Lake Middle School construction site to steal tools. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 22, 2019 6:28 pm ET Two Burglars Caught At Middle School Construction Site (Shutterstock) MILTON, WA — Two men were arrested Sunday morning in Milton for allegedly breaking into the Surprise Lake Middle School construction site, attempting to steal tools. One of the men was also charged for possessing methamphetamine.
Stryker Brigade's Live-Fire Training Will Continue Through Sunday
community corner More than 10 companies have been training at JBLM with rifles, machines gun, and other weapons since July 13. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 22, 2019 5:45 pm ET Stryker Brigade's Live-Fire Training Will Continue Through Sunday (Shutterstock) JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, WA — Live-fire training at Joint Base Lewis-McChord involving a Stryker Brigade Combat Team will continue through the rest of the week.
Assault Suspect Arrested In Bonney Lake
police & fire Thomas Morris, 38, is accused of stabbing an 18-year-old man in the woods Behind Fred Meyer last Thursday. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 22, 2019 4:19 pm ET Assault Suspect Arrested In Bonney Lake (Shutterstock) BONNEY LAKE, WA — A homeless 38-year-old man was arrested over the weekend in connection with an assault that resulted in an 18-year-old being stabbed in the chest.
FBI, Police Raid Enumclaw Dairy Farm
police & fire The corruption investigation involving former King County Drainage District commissioner Allen Thomas led police to Thomas' farm Friday.
Wanted Felon At Large In Snohomish County: Sheriff
police & fire Raymond Krona III, 38, was last seen running into the woods near Index. He is wanted on multiple warrants in Snohomish County. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 22, 2019 1:26 pm ET Raymond Ralph Krona III (Snohomish County Sheriff's Office) SNOHOMISH COUNTY, WA — Sheriff's officials need help locating a resident felon with ties to Snohomish County who, as a skilled outdoorsman, can also apparently survive in the woods for extended periods.
No Child Left Inside: Edmonds Schools Awarded $20,958 Grant
politics & government The Edmonds School District benefitted from the No Child Left Inside grants from the Washington Recreation and Conservation Office. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 22, 2019 12:30 pm ET No Child Left Inside: Washington Recreation and Conservation Office grants $1.3 million statewide.
No Child Left Inside: Pierce County Awarded $144,962 Grant
No Child Left Inside: Washington Recreation and Conservation Office grants $1.3 million statewide. (Shutterstock) TACOMA, WA — Four Pierce County organizations this month were awarded a portion of the $1.3 million in grants designed to incentivize children to get outside and explore Washington's parks, forests, and other natural areas.
Here's How Affordable Latests Rents Are In Washington
personal finance A new report looked at how the average June rent has changed in the U.S. (spoiler alert: it's gone up.) By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 21, 2019 2:00 pm ET | Updated Jul 21, 2019 5:04 pm ET Here’s How Affordable Latests Rents Are In Washington (Shutterstock / ) SEATTLE — The average rent in Seattle for June 2019 was above the national average of $1,465, according to a new report from RentCafe.
In The Garden: Washington's Photos Of The Week
community corner Shared from Across Washington, WA What are you out doing this summer? Share your photos with Patch, and your work could be featured next week. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 21, 2019 2:22 pm ET In The Garden: Washington's Photos Of The Week (Reader Submissions) WASHINGTON — The second weekly roundup of local photography received two submissions, perhaps fittingly, with two Washingtonians providing photos of their local scenery.
Washington's Top Stories On Patch This Past Week
community corner A Puyallup man's 'life or death' heart medication was stolen by a porch pirate and ReachNow cancels its plans for Seattle. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 21, 2019 7:00 am ET | Updated Jul 21, 2019 10:04 am ET A ReachNow BMW car in Seattle.
Domino's Reports Broken Window And Man Throws Stuff At Cars: Log
police & fire Enumclaw police were dispatched to loose dogs, arguments in cars, weird voyeurs, and at least one guy who was throwing stuff at cars on 410.
Degrees From These Washington Colleges Earn The Highest Salaries
schools A new analysis from CNBC identified which colleges end up paying off the most for students. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 19, 2019 5:55 pm ET | Updated Jul 19, 2019 5:56 pm ET Degrees From These Washington Colleges Earns The Highest Salaries. (Neal McNamara/Patch) SEATTLE — Two Washington State colleges are featured on a new list that ranks 50 institutions in the United States that pay off the most for students.
Teen Stabbed Behind Fred Meyer; Suspect Wanted
police & fire An 18-year-old man is in stable condition after he was stabbed in the chest by an unidentified assailant in the woods behind Fred Meyer.
Puyallup Thieves Steal Toilets, Quarters, And Mail: Blotter
police & fire One of the more notable calls to Puyallup PD this week came from a mom who said her 14-year-old son stole her car, then crashed it.
Pierce County Trails Day: Take A Hike With New Friends
kids & family Shared from Puyallup, WA The free family-friendly event invites community members across the county to enjoy the reopening of the Foothills Trail July 27. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 18, 2019 5:55 pm ET Pierce County Trails Day: Take A Hike With New Friends (Pierce County Parks & Recreation) PUYALLUP, WA — Pierce County Trails Day invites hikers, walkers, and runners of all ages to the Foothills Trail that runs between Puyallup and Orting for a morning of free fun.
King County Fair In Enumclaw Runs Through Sunday
kids & family Enjoy rides, food, vendors, music, 4-H shows, barrel racing, and more at the Enumclaw Expo Center July 18-21. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 18, 2019 5:11 pm ET King County Fair In Enumclaw Runs Through Sunday (Renee Schiavone/Patch) ENUMCLAW, WA — The King County Fair kicked off Thursday at the Enumclaw Expo Center. Now through Sunday, kids and adults can enjoy rides, lives music, livestock shows, and more.
Tip Jar Robbery Ends Pitifully In Edmonds
police & fire Michael Gibbs, 42, tried to run off with the tip jar from Manna Teriyaki Wednesday afternoon, but he dropped the jar in the parking lot. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 18, 2019 4:32 pm ET Tip Jar Robbery Ends Pitifully In Edmonds (Shutterstock) EDMONDS, WA — An accused robber was arrested in Edmonds Wednesday after he attempted to run off with the tip jar from Manna Teriyaki, according to court documents obtained by Patch.
Car Crash Causes Power Outage In Lakewood, JBLM
community corner Tacoma Public Utilities announced the power outage just after 10:30 a.m. Thursday, noting a car crash took out a power pole. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 18, 2019 2:43 pm ET Car Crash Causes Power Outage In Lakewood, JBLM (Shutterstock) LAKEWOOD, WA — A knocked down power pole is reportedly responsible for a widespread power outage in the north Lakewood area Thursday.
Accused Burglar Was Drunk And Dope Sick When He Committed Theft
police & fire Shared from Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA Michael Collins, 30, reportedly told police he broke into Hops n Drops in Bonney Lake so he could get money for more drugs.
Heart Medication Stolen From Puyallup Porch
police & fire Shared from Puyallup, WA Ron Kraft posted a home surveillance video of the brazen porch theft on his Facebook page, asking for help to identify the suspect. By Travis Loose, Patch Staff Jul 17, 2019 8:09 pm ET PUYALLUP, WA — A local heart transplant recipient this week said a porch pirate stole the medication he needs to live, and that he captured the whole thing on his home security camera.
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