Mercer Island brothers rank fourth at state math competition
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Wendy Lawrence presents a trophy to the fourth-place team, from left to right, fifth-graders Joshua Melmon, Thomas Short and David Sharkansky, and sixth-grader R. Grady Short, at the state math competition in Blaine, Wash.
Two Mercer Island students, R. Grady Short and Thomas Short, placed fourth at a state math competition among 89 total teams.
Biking Dry
Today is bike to work day and thus there is no better time to discuss how you can bike on most days without fear of getting wet....or at least very wet.Yes, even here in the Pacific Northwest a little meteorological knowledge and technology can help you avoid those raindrops and enjoy a very pleasant ride...
Solicitor activity rises on Mercer Island, police offer safety tips
The Mercer Island Police Department has experienced a recent increase in calls regarding solicitors going door-to-door to residences on Mercer Island, especially commercial salespeople selling products and services.
Financial open house is May 16 | This Week
S.R. Schill & Associates will be hosting a financial open house, “It’s Your Money, Make It Work,” from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 16.
Hey kids, Wild Waves is open
The Wild Waves Theme Park is open. Families are invited to bask in the sun and enjoy all 30 of the park’s rides and rollercoasters for only $9.99 per person through May 19.
Engagement | Culkin-Christenson
Bill and Renee Christenson, of Mercer Island, are pleased to announce the engagement of their son, Jeff, to Christine Culkin, daughter of Brad and Laura Culkin, of Danville, Calif.
A New Chapter for U.S. Numerical Weather Prediction
Major news to report.The National Weather Service will be acquiring a radically more powerful computer system during the next year, one that could allow the U.S. to regain leadership in numerical weather prediction. Used wisely, this new resource could result in substantial improvements in both global and regional weather predictions.Using 24 millions dollars from the...
Mercer Island student finalist in Young Artist Awards | Community news
A Mercer Island student and flutist has been named a finalist in the 2013 Young Artist Awards, hosted by Classical King FM 98.1 and Seattle Chamber Music Society.
Help local children in need by donating diapers | Community news
Over 10,000 children under age 3 are living in poverty in King County. Many families must choose between buying diapers and paying bills, as diapers are not covered by any government aid program, including food stamps and Women, Infant and Children (WIC) programs.
‘Aging on the Rock’ is a forum for seniors | This Week
On Thursday, May 16, a special ‘Aging on the Rock’ forum will be held for Mercer Island seniors from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center.
Community calendar | Dueling pianos at SJCC event on May 19
The Stroum Jewish Community Center will host a “Jewish Dueling Pianos Revue” on Sunday, May 19, beginning at 4 p.m. The event will feature music performed by Cantor David Serkin-Poole and Peter Pundy, the music director, on two pianos.
