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City-wide curfew extended through Friday, Mercer Island officials announce

A curfew on the Island was initially imposed on Monday, June 1

Superintendent Donna Colosky. File photo.

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‘It must be about being anti-racist’: MISD superintendent releases statement in wake of police-brutality protests

Donna Colosky noted that “justice and anti-racism start with conversations at home.”

From left to right: Jessi Bon, Benson Wong and Ed Holmes. Screenshot from live stream

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Mercer Island officials announce curfew and protest preparation efforts

The curfew lasts from 7 p.m. June 1 to 5 a.m. June 2.

Last year’s recipients. Photo courtesy the Mercer Island School District Facebook page.

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Pandemic shakes up long-running scholarship tradition; school, PTA innovate

Recipients of the MI Community Scholarship typically get their own ceremony. Not this year.

How is COVID-19 affecting Mercer Island?

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How is COVID-19 affecting Mercer Island?

A new King County data dashboard shows city-specific case rates, unemployment numbers and more.

Ed Pepple (center). File photo

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Legendary Mercer Island coach celebrated on sports podcast

On Scorebook Live Today, coach Matt Logie discussed the legacy of his grandfather, Ed Pepple.

From left to right: Julie King Hately and Melba Jamerson. Photo courtesy Julie King Hately

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Mercer Island woman’s centennial celebrated with surprise procession

Melba Jamerson, who has lived on Mercer Island since 1948, recently turned 100.

MISD hosts second ‘Fireside Chat’ webinar

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MISD hosts second ‘Fireside Chat’ webinar

School district staffers discuss mindfulness.

Nonprofit launches new online COVID-19 local resource hub for King County

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Nonprofit launches new online COVID-19 local resource hub for King County

Hub collects links for more than 300 local resources for people affected by virus.

Mercer Island City Hall. File photo.

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Mercer Island council reallocates HR savings, reschedules planned budget discussions

Council also discussed the Transportation Improvement Program and a Port of Seattle grant.

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Seven candidates running for 41st Legislative District positions

Primary election is Aug. 3; district covers Mercer Island and Newcastle as well as parts of Bellevue, Sammamish,…

Screenshot from the virtual May 5 Mercer Island City Council meeting.

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City manager sheds light on Mercer Island’s finances

City manager Jessi Bon shared budget updates at a May 5 council meeting.

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New details released around Mercer Island victim in hotel homicide

Remains of Mercer Island man were discovered by police last week in Renton hotel.