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Shigeru “Sam” Goto. Photos courtesy of Kelly Goto

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Ode to a modern samurai who wielded a mighty pen

Mercer Islander Kelly Goto writes “Seattle Samurai: A Cartoonist’s Perspective of the Japanese American Experience.”

In an effort to strengthen King County’s cultural sector and increasing public access to arts, heritage, science, public art and historic preservation education and experiences, 4Culture and Doors Open will bring funding to local non-profit organizations in 2025 and beyond. Susan Point. “Northwind Fishing Weir Legend”, 1997. Carved and painted cedar with cast concrete. Green River Trail, Tukwila, WA. King County Public Art Collection. Photo: joefreemanjunior.com

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Doors Open brings millions of dollars to arts and cultural organizations throughout King County

With a minimum of 25% of funding to go to areas outside of Seattle, Doors Open will strengthen…

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Presidential libraries offer priceless history lessons | Meanderings by Mindy Stern

Travel column by local writer Mindy Stern.

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Mercer Island now features new digital water meters

The city can pull data through radio transmission to obtain hourly statistics.

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MIPD’s newest officer

Luke Bonagofski, second from right, was sworn in by Mercer Island Police Department Chief Chris Sutter as the…

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Defendant pleads not guilty in child luring case

Mohammad Ajoly, 38, who is charged with two counts of attempted kidnapping in a Mercer Island incident in…

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Resident doesn’t fall for bitcoin transfer scam | Mercer Island police blotter

Selected reports Aug. 20-26.

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Mr. Podcast Man: Paddor talks music, wins contest

MIHS senior notches second New York Times triumph.

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A bubbling good time at Northwood

Northwood Elementary paraprofessional Katty Clark greets students with bubbles on the first day of school on Aug. 28.…

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Vandals strike Mercerdale Park playground

Vandals recently started a fire within the concrete train and graffitied the inside of the play structure at…

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Donation changes occurring at Mercer Island Thrift Shop

Special to the Reporter

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Island Treats will continue doing business after closing shop

Store’s last day will be Aug. 30.

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Back to school celebration

It was all smiles as members of the Mercer Island High School drill team and drum corps along…