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Fire chief Heitman will soon lead Renton Regional Fire Authority

Mornick and Sommargren advance in their careers.

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In-person school is back in session for kindergartners

Mercer Island School District reopens doors for kindergartners on Jan. 6.

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Seattle renters seek cheaper rent in surrounding cities

One factor includes the ability to work remotely, according to housing economist.

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Weitz fired up about writing ‘The Dragon Diaries’

Youngster publishes book during the pandemic.

Screenshot from a YouTube stream of the Jan. 6, 2021, protest at the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

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WA, King County lawmakers react to Capitol Building storming

A mob of right-wing agitators stormed the Capitol Building on Jan. 6, as Congress was preparing to certify…

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Kindergartners return to the classroom

Mercer Island School District kindergartners returned to in-person classes at 9:15 a.m. today at Lakeridge, Northwood, Island Park…

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MIHS Key Club reaches out to Mamma’s Hands

The Mercer Island High School Key Club ran a successful warm clothing donation drive to benefit Mamma’s Hands,…

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Inslee announces new COVID-19 reopening plan for Washington

Some restrictions will be eased beginning as soon as next week, the governor said.

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Used needles located in parking lot | Mercer Island police blotter

Selected reports Dec. 7-20

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Mercer Island Preschool Association lights up successful fundraiser

The Mercer Island Preschool Association organized the Mercer Island Holiday Lights route this season, and many community members…

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Bills to follow in the 2021 Legislative session include police reform

It’s legislation filing season, and the floodgates have opened in Olympia.

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US Navy punishes suicidal sailor who sought mental health treatment

Federal Way native’s case has attracted the attention of a national advocacy group.

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‘This is a profession I think I’m meant for’

Mercer Island Police Department Chief Holmes discusses life on the force.