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Zelda Shirk, a junior at Redmond High School, speaks at Hopelink’s Reaching Out luncheon on Oct. 15 with her parents and event co-chairs, Jeff and Lynette Shirk. Katie Metzger/staff photo

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Hopelink clients, benefactors and advocates share stories at 23rd annual Reaching Out luncheon

The organization has helped families out of poverty and into more stable situations since 1971.

Fact check: Prop 1

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Fact check: Prop 1

Vetting statements regarding Proposition 1

Renowned celloist to perform on the Island

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Renowned celloist to perform on the Island

Kate Kayaian will give a solo concert on Oct. 27 at the SJCC.

‘Technologist and philanthropist’ Paul Allen dies at 65

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‘Technologist and philanthropist’ Paul Allen dies at 65

The Microsoft co-founder and Seahawks owner died from cancer on Monday.

Proposed commuter parking and mixed-use project receives nine submissions

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Proposed commuter parking and mixed-use project receives nine submissions

Council will review top finalists on Nov. 15.

Mercer Island native studies to become master sommelier

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Mercer Island native studies to become master sommelier

Tyler Alden aims to be one of 273 people worldwide to hold distinction in wine, beverage service.

Mercer Island City Council updates transportation, zoning codes

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Mercer Island City Council updates transportation, zoning codes

Many of the changes came in the form of Comprehensive Plan amendments.

Mercer Island galleries debut new art at First Friday

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Mercer Island galleries debut new art at First Friday

Islanders enjoyed paintings, wine and conversation at the event.

Mercer Island Rotary Club launches Music Mends Minds program

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Mercer Island Rotary Club launches Music Mends Minds program

The goal is to help seniors with cognitive decline find community through music.

Pro and con groups to weigh in on Mercer Island levy at upcoming forums

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Pro and con groups to weigh in on Mercer Island levy at upcoming forums

The Chamber, Beach Club, PTA and more hope to inform Islanders on November ballot measure.

Mercer Island City Council member Tom Acker steps down, citing health and family

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Mercer Island City Council member Tom Acker steps down, citing health and family

The council will soon begin an appointment process for Acker’s replacement.

Mercer Island City Council votes to endorse I-631

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Mercer Island City Council votes to endorse I-631

The initiative would enact a carbon emissions fee on large emitters.

MIYFS to celebrate 30 years by sharing 30 stories

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MIYFS to celebrate 30 years by sharing 30 stories

Mercer Island Youth and Family Services to share anecdotes at its Annual Breakfast on Feb. 13, 2019.