Opinion
Jake Jacobson’s lasting legacy is all around us | Hamer
Jake changed my life when he asked me to promote a Mercer Island parks levy vote a few…
Opinion
An Aloha frame of mind | Greg Asimakoupoulos
The aloha spirit doesn’t require listening to the soundtrack of the South Pacific, watching “Blue Hawaii” with Elvis…
Opinion
A prayer for the new pope | Greg Asimakoupoulos
When the white smoke appeared atop the Sistine Chapel, the world had no idea the new leader of…
Opinion
Thoughts on retirement and ‘passing the baton’ | Greg Asimakoupoulos
I first met Sheila Shirley when we moved to Washington state 20 years ago.
Opinion
How you can help reimagine and redesign ‘Dragon Park’ | Hamer
The city’s Public Works department is inviting public input on a new site plan.
Opinion
Jury service is the cornerstone of democratic participation | Guest column
Jury service is the most likely role residents will have in our justice system.
Opinion
On Earth Day’s 55th anniversary, it’s time to rethink our actions | Hamer
I vividly remember the very first Earth Day: April 22, 1970.
Opinion
Remembering an unexpected visitor | Greg Asimakoupoulos
COVID rearranged our daily routines big time.
Opinion
Vote yes on Mercer Island school bond | Guest column
Mercer Island schools are excellent, but the buildings are aging. The proposed bond funds: $100M for Islander Middle…
Opinion
Vote no on Mercer Island school bond | Guest column
Mercer Islanders for Sustainable Spending (MISS) recommends a NO vote to the $165,000,000 school bond. This is the…
Opinion
Celebrating a familiar voice | Greg Asimakoupoulos
I first heard the voice of Mercer Islander Dave Ross in the fall of 1978.