Mercer Island dance studio builds community through ballet

Located on the south end of Mercer Island, Creation Dance Studio offers a range of dance classes for both kids...

By Perris Larson For the Reporter • February 16, 2026 10:32 am


State bill would prohibit local bans on encampments in Washington

Would keep cities and counties from criminalizing camping on public property.

By Jake Goldstein-Street Washington State Standard • February 6, 2026 12:53 pm
Extra DUI patrols set for Super Bowl weekend in King County

More police to be out Feb. 6-8

By Steve Hunter • February 3, 2026 2:57 pm
Report finds Mercer Island emissions have decreased

Special to the Reporter

February 6, 2026 11:30 am
WA teacher sexual misconduct cases shielded from public

An InvestigateWest analysis of the state’s educator misconduct database shows gaps allowing teachers to escape scrutiny.

By Moe K. Clark, InvestigateWest • February 12, 2026 12:16 pm
Championship state of mind: Seahawks take to the streets in Super Bowl parade | Photos

According to city officials, up to 1 million fans flooded downtown Seattle.

By Benjamin Ray • February 12, 2026 11:25 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

A Super (Bowl) Friendship | Greg Asimakoupoulos

This month marks the 20th anniversary of a friendship that began in a most unusual way. It was Super Bowl…

By Greg Asimakoupoulos Greg Asimakoupoulos • February 16, 2026 1:15 pm
Human costs of current immigration enforcement tactics | Commentary

Last week, the Mercer Island Reporter published an opinion piece by a community member titled “Thoughts on immigration enforcement and…

By Craig Reynolds Commentary • February 16, 2026 12:55 pm

Measles in Washington state: What you need to know

At least 23 cases reported so far in 2026.

By Reporter Staff • February 11, 2026 4:22 pm
As pennies disappear, WA seeks solution that makes sense

When the federal government stopped making pennies, it left it up to states to decide how retailers deal with the…

By Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard • February 9, 2026 11:55 am