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Students reunited with their parents at JFK International Airport. Photo courtesy of JD Krebs

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Crisis in Iran: Inside the mission to evacuate Mercer Island teens from Israel

In a matter of moments, what had been a calm and celebratory end to their program shifted.

Superintendent Fred Rundle. Courtesy photo

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“You guys have become the story now”: Community reacts to MIHS abuse allegations

Highlights from Aug. 14 meeting of Mercer Island School Board.

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It’s all about sun safety awareness for MIHS rising junior

Kate deStwolinski provides education at Summer Celebration booth.

Courtesy Photo, King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office

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King County felony juvenile diversion program is paused

This decision came after it was revealed that 53.2% of participating juveniles with low-level felonies reoffend within two…

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MIHS football players score with community service project

Locals participate in cleanup project at Islander Stadium.

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MI offers free battery recycling service

Since 2023, the city of Mercer Island has collected around 4,000 pounds of batteries through its free battery…

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Crews continue work on Mercer Island water main break

Less than a week after the city of Mercer Island declared a local emergency to address a pair…

Alphonzo Tuputala, an alum of Federal Way High School and University of Washington, works on a drill during his first day at Seahawks training camp. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Seattle Seahawks chemistry looks to provide additional edge in 2025

Seattle’s newest signing Alphonzo Tuputala practiced with the team.

Ichiro takes the podium during his number retirement ceremony. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Ichiro’s 51 retired in Seattle

One of the most iconic players in Seattle pro sports is now etched into Mariners history.

Brian Gaspar has announced he is no longer running for the Mercer Island School Board in 2025. (Photo by Moe K. Clark/InvestigateWest)

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Brian Gaspar ends candidacy for Mercer Island School Board

Announcement was made Aug. 11 on his campaign website.

Former Mercer Island High School teacher Chris Twombley poses with a pair of awards for the school’s student newspaper in March 2019. This photo was posted on the school district’s Facebook page. Courtesy photo

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A Mercer Island teacher was accused twice of sexual misconduct with students. The school district kept it quiet.

Gary “Chris” Twombley was put on administrative leave in December 2023.

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MI Pride event celebrates diversity, inclusion and belonging

Event took place on Aug. 7 at Mercerdale Park.

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‘As You Like It’

Seattle Shakespeare Company thespians perform “As You Like It” on the evening of Aug. 7 at Luther Burbank…