After Seattle’s controversial employee head tax was repealed, King County Executive Dow Constantine wants to bond against existing tax revenues to generate $100 million for affordable housing. Photo by Joe Mabel/Wikipedia Commons
Housing

County executive proposes $100 million affordable housing bond

The money was already coming, but Constantine wants to speed up the process.

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State Dems may abandon caucus chaos in time for 2020

Washington also is considering becoming more significant by moving its primary to early March.

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Safe consumption: The debate

In the first of a three-part series, we enter into the heated, emotional, and sometimes bitter debate around one of the most controversial policy proposals in the country.

CitySurf pop-up pool could open this summer on Eastside

A Sammamish couple hopes to break ground on a permanent indoor surf facility later this year.

Mercer Island opens new playground at south playfields

New natural-style structures replace “Rainbow Park.”

Mercer Island Marine Patrol assists with seaplane crash

The plane was attempting a water take-off when it lost control and crashed into Lake Washington.

The Refuse to Abuse 5k, at Safeco Field July 21, supports the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Ben VanHouten photo

Step out – and onto Safeco Field! – to help put an end to domestic violence

Start the discussion and register today for the Refuse to Abuse 5K

King County Sheriff’s deputies to patrol local parks

The deputies will carry out safety patrols on King County parks and trails for leashed pets.

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Bob Ferguson launches website for human trafficking victims

The website will provide a hub for services and resources for labor and sex trafficking victims.

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Fire damages Mercer Island commerial building

All Mercer Island Fire Department units responded to the fire on Tuesday.

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4 Reasons Why Summer Is a Great Time to Buy a Home

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Mercer Island city vehicle hits child in crosswalk

Minor injuries were reported.

 

‘Racially insensitive’ yearbook photo sparks outrage among MIHS parents

Black Student Union president angered that a “white group of people can justify for a black community…and has been question[ed] on what is and is not racist.”

 

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Mercer Island hires new director of parks and recreation

Jessi Bon, an Island resident who led the parks department in Sammamish, will start on Aug. 1.

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Train Derailment Results in Urgent Plea for Blood Donors

Emergency making huge demands on community supply.

 

AG Ferguson, Amazon sue over “get rich quick” scam

Customers promised easy income, but got empty promises instead.

 

WSDOT releases Gray Notebook 67

WSDOT highlights its strategic direction in this edition of the agency’s quarterly Continue reading...

 

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Sports
The NPSA Titans 06 boys soccer team, which is coached by Jack Sturgess, captured first place at the Skagit Firecracker tournament in their division on June 17 in Burlington. The Titans roster consisted of Aidan Rodey, Nick Chou, Kyler Anderson, Wyatt Acker, Lucas Shelton, Kai Kinoshita, Tanner Jones, Georgios Devekos, Atsufumi Nakanishi, Yusuf Ashmawi, Kousei Fujita, Colby Duenas and Ben Lamperti. Photo courtesy of Tom Acker

Titans earn first place at tourney

Local soccer team performs admirably in June tournament.

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Avid swimmers spanning six states partook in the Mercer Island marathon swim on June 8. The distance, which covered 20 kilometers, saw 10 competitors complete the swim around Mercer Island in Lake Washington. Participants included Daniela Klaz (Maine), Marcy MacDonald (Connecticut), Chris Greene (Georgia), Cindy Werhane (Oregon), Rijl Barber (Oregon), Wendy Van De Sompele (Washington), Jessi Harewicz (Washington), Suzie Dods (California) and Kim Rutherford (California). Klaz finished in first place with a time of 6:15.28.The swimmers (pictured) began their journey near the fishing dock at Luther Burbank Park at 8 a.m. on June 8 as they headed toward the east channel bridge. Photo courtesy of Liz Rosen

Swimmers partake in Mercer Island marathon swim

Individuals from multiple states make trip to Mercer Island for the event.

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Life

The King County Library System invites locals to cool down

King County Libraries are air conditioned and an option for locals to stay cool during summer heat.

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Community Juneteenth celebration set for June 24

The Juneteenth Celebration is the annual celebration of the end of slavery.

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Low inventory and high buyer demand continue to push the local real estate market, says realtor Mary Lee.

Seattle Housing Market Forecast

What’s happening in the market and where are prices and interest rates headed?

 

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Building quality from the ground up

Retaining walls and hardscaping to make the most of your property

 

Connect2Classes Tested: 7 Steps to Better Photography

Take the fear out of using those digital camera functions with Hudson’s Photo Workshops

 

Strength and perseverance pays off following life-changing diagnosis

Dancer shows you can manage your health and life while pursuing your passions

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How to prepare for a disaster on Mercer Island | Guest Column

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My father was a failure | On Faith

The things my dad did and didn’t do.

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Northwest

Legislators and activists seek solutions to farmer suicides

Agricultural workers end their own lives at a higher rate than workers in any other profession.

 

Olympic National Park to start capturing mountain goats this summer

Park Service releases record of decision on relocating, killing animals

 

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