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DOH opens call center to answer questions about monkeypox virus

Washingtonians can now call 1-833-829-HELP for any questions relating to the monkeypox virus.

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Free vaccination events provide required back-to-school immunizations

In 2021, 13% fewer vaccinations were administered to King County children ages 4-5.

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Mercer Island Art UnCorked is on tap for Sept. 9

Art and wine will take center stage at the ninth annual Art UnCorked from 5-8 p.m. Sept. 9…

A kindergarten student at Panther Lake Elementary raises her hand during attendance on the first day of in-person learning on March 15, 2021. The DOH updated guidance that students and staff who return from isolation must wear masks in school for five days. Photo by Olivia Sullivan/Sound Publishing

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DOH releases COVID-19 updates for Washington K-12 schools, child care

The Department of Health guidance update includes required five-day isolation for positive COVID tests.

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Mercer Island School District launches back-to-school information page

With a few weeks of summer vacation remaining before the start of the school year, the Mercer Island…

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Island marine units patrol Seafair

Mercer Island Police Department (MIPD) Marine Patrol units were out and about on Lake Washington during the Seafair…

Front of Silver Cloud Inn purchased in Redmond to serve as permanent supportive housing under the county’s Health Through Housing initiative. Photo by Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing

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King County officials reflect on Health Through Housing criticisms and goals

Dow Constantine and Leo Flor uphold belief in the housing first approach.

Photo courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control/NHS England High Consequence Infectious Diseases Network (CDC.gov)

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Monkeypox cases in Washington are doubling nearly every week

Health officials suggest taking precautions to avoid getting infected with the virus.

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King County Local Dive: Toddler’s mom accused of murder; state targets invasive crabs

A new podcast for King County residents

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Blue Angels wow the Seafair crowd

People jam Mercer Island parks to watch the festivities.

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New superintendent Rundle will discuss school district at Aug. 16 Rotary meeting

Dr. Fred Rundle will discuss his new role as the Mercer Island School District’s superintendent at the Rotary…

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‘She is always teaching and motivating us’

MI’s Hoffman shines in the pool at Washington State Senior Games.

The League of Women Voters of Seattle-King County hosted a candidate forum between Leesa Manion and Jim Ferrell in race for King County Prosecutor on July 21 at the Renton Civic Theatre. Courtesy photo

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King County prosecutor candidates discuss criminal justice issues facing the region

Jim Ferrell and Leesa Manion clash over restorative justice programs in the county.