Gary Locke speaks about trade disputes and more at Rotary meeting
People packed a room at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center for former Washington state governor Gary Locke’s presentation...
New King county park rangers to begin patrolling Saturday
Council hope the increased presence of officials will deter break-ins at trailheads.
Students walk the walk for a greener future
On May 30, students from the French American School of Puget Sound (FASPS) participated in a spirited and sustainable event:…
Students get involved with Deane’s Children’s Park site plan
From May 12-22, Mercer Island’s Parks Capital team visited 54 classrooms across all four elementary schools to hear from more…
Island Youth Ballet presents ‘Excerpts from Cinderella’ on June 14
Island Youth Ballet will present “Excerpts from Cinderella” at 4 p.m. on June 14 in the Mercer Island High School…
Seattle socialist Kshama Sawant to challenge Adam Smith
Announces run in 2026 election for 9th District Congressional seat
MIHS Class of 1975 reunion set for Aug. 23
Mercer Island High School’s Class of 1975 will be holding its 50-year reunion on Aug. 23 at the Mercer Island…
Highlights from May 22 meeting of Mercer Island School Board. City staff anticipates first reading of bond ordinance.School board news: College readiness, AI in the classroom
PSM Facility discussion will continue at June 17 council meeting
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Sawhney notches state titles in wheelchair events
MIHS sophomore sets state and school records.
MIHS senior student athletes sign National Letters of Intent
Twenty-six Mercer Island High School senior student athletes signed National Letters of Intent to play collegiate and university sports next…
SIFF reviews: “West Shore,” “Evergreens” and “Dear Aloha”
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From Washington gray wolves to the woman who tried to assassinate a U.S. President, these Washington docs are must-sees.
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Jake changed my life when he asked me to promote a Mercer Island parks levy vote a few years ago. The aloha spirit doesn’t require listening to the soundtrack of the South Pacific, watching “Blue Hawaii” with Elvis or even wearing Hawaiian shirts and flower leis. Up to six new options will arrive this fall. The requirement will go beyond the state’s existing background checks.Jake Jacobson’s lasting legacy is all around us | Hamer
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More specialty license plates on the way in WA
Washingtonians will need state permit to buy guns under new law
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Honoring my brother’s memory: Why Mercer Island must stand up against gun violence | Commentary
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Macrina Bakery to open new café on the Island
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Indecent exposure incident reported on 78th Avenue Southeast | Mercer Island police blotter
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Becker appointed to serve on Mercer Island City Council
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Goodrich receives MI Community Member of the Year award
