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Letter | The Bush tax cuts and the definition of rich
Dec 28 2012, 3:22 PM Everyone is talking about the “fiscal cliff” deadline looming on Dec. 31, when automatic tax increases and spending cuts take effect unless Congress reaches a compromise. Both political camps are in full campaign mode, blaming the other for the lack of progress.
185 days straight, jumping in the lake
Mercer Island sixth-grader Declan Chapin has jumped into Lake Washington 185 times. Her last jump was on Christmas Day. - Contributed Photo Dec 28 2012, 4:16 PM Thinking about those New Year’s resolutions for 2013? Consider the toughness and tenacity of 11-year-old Declan Chapin.
I-90 tolling discussion to begin Monday, Jan. 7 at City Council meeting
Jan 07 2013, 11:03 AM The Mercer Island City Council will begin discussion of tolling on Interstate 90 during their first regular meeting of 2013 on Monday, Jan. 7. Representatives from the Washington State Department of Transportation, along with State Representatives Judy Clibborn, Marcie Maxwell and State Senator Steve Litzow will be on hand to share and discuss tolling on Interstate 90.
Welcoming 2013 with a jump into Lake Washington | Photos
Swimmers jump into Lake Washington on Tuesday, Jan. 1 as part of the 46th annual polar jump at Clarke Beach on Mercer Island. - Brita Moore/Staff photo Jan 03 2013, 8:59 AM Groups of brave swimmers welcomed the new year on Tuesday with the 46th annual polar jump at Clarke Beach.
Mercer Island resident joins ThinkWell | Business brief
Jan 14 2013, 4:41 PM Judy Bloom of Mercer Island, is joining forces with Alyse McConnell, PCC and Annie Fitzgerald, PCC to form ThinkWell Workplace Enrichment Coaching, a group dedicated to helping organizations foster a culture where motivation thrives and drives results.
New laws in place for 2013
Jan 07 2013, 11:43 AM A few notable new laws take effect this month. They include new laws passed by voters or those that have come from the state Legislature.
Social Security benefits increase for some in new year
Jan 02 2013, 9:21 AM As we ring in a new year, we can expect to see a number of changes. Social Security is no exception: in 2013, people who receive Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments will see their benefits increase.
Mercer Islanders at Sandy work, drive, pray
Piles of debris remain weeks after Hurricane Sandy flooded these homes in New Jersey. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. - Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA Jan 02 2013, 10:07 AM Islander Jim Pearman and former resident Tom Joyce are on the ground with FEMA in New Jersey.
Soccer takes Mercer Islander to Africa
Islander Lynne Tempest, seated sixth from left, and other volunteers and residents of Lesotho take a break on a hike. - Contributed Photo Jan 02 2013, 10:41 AM Islander Lynne Tempest is working in South Africa for Kick4Life, a nonprofit working to fight AIDS with education and community-building centered around soccer.
A favorite story | Editorial
Jan 02 2013, 10:17 AM Editor’s choice for best story of 2012 is about a 1959 plane crash in Chicago.