A new hotel will be built on Mercer Island where the Travelodge was located. Dollar Development Co. has announced that it is proceeding with its development plans for a boutique hotel in the Mercer Island town center.
President Barack Obama’s inauguration for a second term was held on Monday, Jan. 21.
On Sunday, Jan. 27 the Mercer Island High School orchestra will host a “Disney & Dessert” event at 2 p.m. in the MIHS Commons.
Foggy conditions have gripped Mercer Island and most of Western Washington for almost a week and are expected to continue.
Aubrey Davis and Virginia Moss Anderson named as honorary chairs.
Update: The stage 1 burn ban will be lifted for Snohomish and King Counties as of 1 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 21.
Metro Transit is hoping bus riders can provide feedback on possible changes to several routes along the Interstate 90 corridor.
The City of Mercer Island and the Mercer Island School District Board of Directors will hold meetings on the same day, Tuesday, Jan. 22.
PSE awards $30,000 to City for exceeding Green Power Challenge goal, more than 750 homes and businesses signed up to support renewable energy
Seattle and King County Public Health are offering free flu vaccination clinics for anyone over six months of age who do not have health insurance or who are unable to pay.
The Puget Sound Clean Air Agency is lifting the air quality burn ban in King County, effective at 1 p.m. today, Wednesday, Jan. 16. A Stage 1 burn ban remains in effect for Pierce and Snohomish counties until further notice.
The Washington State Liquor Control Board will hold six public forums regarding the agency’s implementation of Initiative 502, which legalizes, licenses and regulates marijuana production, distribution, and possession for people over 21.
Just after the New Year began, the Mercer Island School District mailed its annual report to Islanders. In it the school district summarized the accomplishments of its schools, at the same time acknowledging challenges that remain.