State Senate approves lower drunk driving limit

The bill drops it to 0.05% from 0.08%; still needs House approval

By Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard • January 29, 2026 10:15 am
MIPD’s Schumacher receives prestigious state award

Mercer Island Police Department Sergeant Chad Schumacher was recently honored with the 2025 Washington State Recreational Boating Safety Marine Law…

January 27, 2026 11:30 am
MIYFS Foundation fundraising breakfast on tap for Feb. 11

Special to the Reporter

January 30, 2026 11:30 am
First Friday ArtWalk set for Feb. 6

Mercer Island’s First Friday ArtWalk will take place from 5-8 p.m. on Feb. 6 at the following locations:

January 30, 2026 10:30 am
Mercer Island has a long history of welcoming both visitors and new residents. Courtesy John L. Scott Sponsored
Mercer Island lore – the past, present and future

I have been fortunate enough to live on Mercer Island for the better part of 30 years. However, it wasn’t…

By Connor Holden, John L Scott • February 1, 2026 12:30 pm
Carnation Farms hosts immersive events celebrating regenerative agriculture, farm-to-table food and community connection across its historic Snoqualmie Valley landscape setting. Sponsored
Step inside Carnation Farms: Where food, community and culture come alive

Explore farm-to-table dinners, a wine school, workshops and immersive events at the Snoqualmie Valley farm.

By Carnation Farms • January 26, 2026 6:00 am







Mercer Island has a long history of welcoming both visitors and new residents. Courtesy John L. Scott Sponsored
February 1, 2026 12:30 pm
Carnation Farms hosts immersive events celebrating regenerative agriculture, farm-to-table food and community connection across its historic Snoqualmie Valley landscape setting. Sponsored
January 26, 2026 6:00 am
Mercer Island is an ideal location for retirees, whether they prefer aging in place or downsizing into a seniors’ residence. Sponsored
January 5, 2026 6:00 am
Seattle Art Museum presents the special exhibition Farm to Table: Art, Food and Identity in the Age of Impressionism. Sponsored
January 5, 2026 6:00 am

The Super Bowl and thoughts on being a 12 | Greg Asimakoupoulos

This weekend’s rematch between the New England Patriots and the Seahawks finds Seattle fans recalling the nightmare conclusion to Super…

By Greg Asimakoupoulos Greg Asimakoupoulos • February 2, 2026 2:15 pm
Why consistent academic reporting matters | Commentary

At the Jan.15 school board meeting, each Mercer Island elementary school presented a School Improvement Plan (SIP) outlining student performance,…

By Linnea Augustine, Guest columnist • January 26, 2026 2:00 pm

Gov. Ferguson denounces recent actions by ICE as ‘un-American’

OLYMPIA – Gov. Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Nick Brown condemned the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers…

By Cassie Diamond, WNPA Foundation • January 28, 2026 9:18 am
King County honors budget director for distinguished service

The King County Council a former county employee with the MLK Medal of Distinguished Service, only the fourth county employee…

By Drew Dotson • January 27, 2026 8:40 am