The soul of history | Windows and Mirrors

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The soul of history | Windows and Mirrors

Syrian arts curator and cultural advisor shares how art can tell the story of history.

Cantwell, DelBene lead rally for national conservation, recreation program

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Cantwell, DelBene lead rally for national conservation, recreation program

The legislation has now been passed by the Senate and House, and is headed to the president’s desk.

Metropolitan King County Council proclaimed February 2019 as Black History Month in King County. Delbert Richardson founder of the American History Traveling Museum received the proclamation. Photo courtesy of King County Council.

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King County Council proclaims February 2019 as Black History Month

Delbert Richardson of the American History Traveling Museum receives the proclamation.

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Pottmeyer steps down as Friends of Youth CEO

Lwali selected to take her position.

Sign found vandalized with spray paint in Mercerdale Park

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Sign found vandalized with spray paint in Mercerdale Park

Police ask residents to report suspicious activity.

Beavers are active in Mercer Island’s Luther Burbank Park

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Beavers are active in Mercer Island’s Luther Burbank Park

The city is working to protect both the beaver’s habitat and trees along the shoreline.

Primrose School of West Bellevue saw a second location in Washington open in 2018. Madison Miller/staff photo.

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Parents are feeling the pinch of child care costs

A King County report charts ways the county could reduce child care costs and boost access.

The trash situation at a Redmond apartment complex remained overflowing in the afternoon on Tuesday, Feb. 19, after a series of snowstorms hit the region in February. Corey Morris/staff photo

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Garbage service resumes on Eastside, after weeks without collection

Snow disrupted service on the Eastside.

Repercussions could come to law enforcement who refuse I-1639, AG says

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Repercussions could come to law enforcement who refuse I-1639, AG says

‘State and local law enforcement must uphold Washington law.’

Despite interest rate approach, real estate ticking onward

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Despite interest rate approach, real estate ticking onward

A real estate snap shot from John L. Scott Real Estate.

Mercer Island Jewish leader joins 3,000 women for conference

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Mercer Island Jewish leader joins 3,000 women for conference

Education, mental health, fundraising, counseling and inclusion among topics addressed.

Mercer Island adopts temporary ordinances governing design of small cell facilities

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Mercer Island adopts temporary ordinances governing design of small cell facilities

Mercer Island is adapting its policies to take a new FCC rule into effect.

Why public libraries matter more than ever in the information age | Book Nook

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Why public libraries matter more than ever in the information age | Book Nook

Public libraries are places that are free and welcoming to people of all backgrounds.