An enjoyable Community Day of Inclusion

The Mercer Island PTA’s Special Services and Learning Differences (SSALD) Group hosted its second annual Community Day of Inclusion on...

May 13, 2025 1:30 pm


King County shots fired incidents drop dramatically in first quarter

Lowest numbers in first quarter since 2021 for shots fired, shot injuries and homicides

By Steve Hunter • April 29, 2025 4:45 pm
Empey notches cross country coaching honor

The U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association has named Mercer Island High School cross country head coach…

May 13, 2025 2:30 pm
Zulaev earns state wrestling medals

Northwood Elementary School student Mikhail Zulaev won gold and bronze medals at the prestigious Washington State Freestyle and Greco-Roman Wrestling…

May 13, 2025 2:30 pm
MIHS girls tennis wins 3A KingCo tourney title

Five Islanders advance to districts.

By Andy Nystrom • May 11, 2025 9:30 am
Six Mercer Island City Council candidates submit filing papers

Two current Mercer Island City Councilmembers have put their hats in the ring for re-election.

By Andy Nystrom • May 9, 2025 5:30 pm





MIHS cross country athletes notch prestigious Gatorade honors

Mercer Island High School (MIHS) cross country athletes Owen Powell and Sophia Rodriguez have been named the 2024-25 Gatorade Washington…

May 9, 2025 3:30 pm
J-Rod a hit at MILL opening day celebration

Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez made a surprise visit at the Mercer Island Little League 20th anniversary opening day…

May 5, 2025 3:30 pm


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April 17, 2025 1:30 am
Guests can indulge in a range of amenities, including a seasonal outdoor pool. Photo courtesy of Pleasant Beach Village. Sponsored
March 24, 2025 6:30 am
The Snohomish County Senior Resource Expo will feature over 50 exhibitors as well as guest speaker, retired Navy Captain and former Commanding Officer Kim Buike.
The Snohomish County Senior Resource Expo will feature over 50 exhibitors as well as guest speaker, retired Navy Captain and former Commanding Officer Kim Buike. Sponsored
March 3, 2025 6:00 am

Thoughts on retirement and ‘passing the baton’ | Greg Asimakoupoulos

I first met Sheila Shirley when we moved to Washington state 20 years ago.

By Greg Asimakoupoulos Greg Asimakoupoulos • May 5, 2025 12:10 pm
How you can help reimagine and redesign ‘Dragon Park’ | Hamer

The city’s Public Works department is inviting public input on a new site plan.

By John Hamer, For the Reporter • April 28, 2025 11:35 am

WA ports await sharp drop in cargo over tariff battle

President’s standoff with China is expected to stifle the flow of goods.

By Jake Goldstein-Street Washington State Standard • May 3, 2025 6:30 am
WA Legislature approves hiking Discover Pass price to $45

The increase would take effect on Oct. 1, 2025.

By Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero Washington State Standard • April 28, 2025 12:00 pm