Business
How the WeLoveMI COVID-19-relief campaign has supported Mercer Island businesses
The relief campaign has been integral in supporting small businesses amid the pandemic.
Life
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church fundraiser erases all current King County medical debt
Partnered with RIP Medical Debt, HTLC also relieved some debts in Pierce and Snohomish Counties.
Sports
Mercer Island High School soccer team captain discusses unparalleled school year, what’s next
Jaden Krauser’s team was only a couple weeks into the season before everything was canceled.
News
How is COVID-19 continuing to impact Mercer Island?
Checking in on case rates, testing statistics and more as King County enters new reopening phase.
News
Mercer Island council endorses June 19 as Juneteenth; One MI encouraging city-wide celebration
The city proclaimed the 19th Juneteenth at its June 16 meeting.
Life
Seattle Jewish Film Festival goes virtual for its silver anniversary
The event was to take place earlier this year but was postponed due to COVID-19 concerns.
News
Community members sign, send letter demanding curriculum changes in response to police-brutality protests
The statement was sent to school district stakeholders June 4.
Business
Mercer Island business owners discuss Phase 1.5 experiences
With Phase 1.5 in effect, COVID-19 guidelines have been relaxed in numerous industries.
News
Mercer Island High School seniors reflect on an unprecedented graduation
A diploma drive-thru event and virtual commencement ceremony took place June 9.
News
Photos: Mercer Island community takes part in Black Lives Matter protest Friday
A march began around noon at Islander Middle School and ended at Mercerdale Park a few hours later.
Life
Tie-dying for a good cause: Mercer Island teen’s new project supports Black Lives Matter
Olivia Tomaselli, with the help of her mother, launched Tie Dye for Black Lives Matter on May 31.
News
Mercer Island teen, who went viral for his COVID-19 dashboard, launches new website
2020Protests.com compiles state-specific resources relevant to recent police-brutality protests.
Life
Local production company seeking film, TV pitches from young minority creatives
The Big Pitch competition, put on by TLG Motion Pictures (“Hoarders”), started about six months ago.