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Supporters of Washington’s new income tax on millionaires celebrate as Gov. Bob Ferguson prepares to sign it on Monday, March 30, 2026, in Olympia. (Photo by Aspen Ford/Washington State Standard)

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Gov. signs ‘millionaires tax’ with legal challenge close behind

Washington Democratic Gov. Bob Ferguson on March 30 signed historic legislation creating an income tax, saying it is…

People hurry to the Mercer Island Station on March 28 to take some of the first light rail trips from the Island. Andy Nystrom/ staff photo

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Light rail has arrived on Mercer Island

It’s all aboard on March 28 as city celebrates

Mercer Island No Kings March participants walk across the Interstate 90 bridge coming from Aubrey Davis Park on Mercer Island on March 28. In a press release, noting that more than 1,200 people attended the march, organizer Gene Robertson said, “We have a lot of fun! Mercer Island is a small town, but like everywhere, people are busy. I heard a lot of happy comments about reunions among preschool families, and warm encounters with neighbors.” At the front of the park, another organizer enthusiastically stated into a megaphone: “Welcome to No Kings Mercer Island! It’s a beautiful day for a protest!” The No Kings marches are sponsored nationwide by Indivisible to protest the undemocratic conduct of the Trump administration, reads the press release. Andy Nystrom staff photo

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More than 1,200 people participate in MI No Kings March

Mercer Island No Kings March participants walk across the Interstate 90 bridge coming from Aubrey Davis Park on…

Dalia Ziada speaks while StandWithUs Northwest Executive Director Randy Kessler, a Mercer Island resident, sits next to her during Ziada’s March 26 lecture at the Island Synagogue. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Adut

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Author/activist Dalia Ziada shares message of peace at Island Synagogue

Dalia Ziada has been amplifying her voice while fighting against antisemitism and hoping that peace comes to the…

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Suspect arrested for motor vehicle theft and attempted boat theft | Mercer Island police blotter

Selected reports March 16-24.

Trains at the Downtown Redmond Station. Photo by Mindy Stern

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Eastside explorations on the Crosslake Connection | Meanderings by Mindy Stern

Travel column by local writer Mindy Stern.

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MIYFS Foundation recovers about $143K from fraud incident

After falling victim to a cyber fraud incident earlier this year, the Mercer Island Youth and Family Services…

Photos by Mindy Stern Arrangement by Tomoko Okubo and Sachiko Jacques of Sogetsu School of Ikebana, Mercer Island.

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Inspiration at the NW Flower and Garden Festival | Meanderings by Mindy Stern

Travel column by local writer Mindy Stern.

Milo, the Mercer Island Farmers Market gnome mascot, was smashed by thieves at the market’s storage shed behind Mercerdale Park. Courtesy photo

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Thieves swipe items from MI Farmers Market storage shed

They also smash gnome mascot Milo.

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Superintendent addresses allegations against former coach

Mercer Island School District (MISD) Superintendent Fred Rundle informed district families and staff in a March 22 letter…

Jon Madamba speaks at a vigil for his son, Rhys, who passed away on March 14. The gathering was held on March 19 at the Mercer Island High School amphitheater. Also pictured is Rhys’s best friend Louis Garry. Andy Nystrom/ staff photo

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MIHS holds vigil for student who passed away in car accident

The Mercer Island High School (MIHS) community mourned the sudden passing of junior Rhys Madamba with a candlelight…

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Resident finds cell phone and pistol magazine in grass area | Mercer Island police blotter

Selected reports March 10-15.

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MIHS to hold vigil for student who passed away in car accident

The Mercer Island High School (MIHS) community is mourning the sudden passing of junior Rhys Madamba and will…