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Legislators budgeted more than $900 million for the Eastside
Mercer Island will see about $715,000 of state funds allocated within the city, mainly for parks.
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I-1000 passes state legislature as advocates hope to increase equality
The initiative could allow affirmative action to return to Washington state after 20 years.
News
Legislature passes break and overtime protections for health care workers
Washington State House and Senate have passed HB 1155 providing hospital workplace improvements.
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MISF raise $475,000 at 15th annual Breakfast of Champions fundraiser
Erik and Pete Nordstrom and Caroline Fraser receive Pathfinder awards.
News
MIHS ceramics students host first annual Empty Bowls fundraiser
The volunteer community dinner raised over $2,000 for the Bread of Life Mission.
News
Mercer Island’s city manager resigns
Julie Underwood tendered her resignation on May 7 ahead of a city council meeting.
News
2018 savings to restore school counselors amidst budget deficits
Mercer Island City Council directed staff to use $170,000 in 2018 savings to restore two positions.
News
I-90 bus routes could be eliminated in 2023
King County Metro and Sound Transit are considering service changes with the arrival of light rail.
Life
Take time to feel the emotions, don’t avoid them | Health column
A monthly column about mindfulness meditation and wellbeing.
Opinion
Building a community of belonging | Windows and Mirrors
LWTech is putting in the work to ensure employees feel welcomed on campus.
News
Light rail could prompt rezoning conversation
Mercer Island’s budget is in a crunch but economic development may be years away.
News
Overdose deaths continue to rise locally and nationally
This may not be the same opioid epidemic anymore.
Life
Mercer Island High School students return from France
Twenty-six students participated in a student exchange to Thonon-les-Bains, France from April 5 - 15.