Victoria and Stephanie Chin following the announcement that they received the Rotary Club of Mercer Island scholarships on June 2 at the Mercer Island Community and Events Center. Andy Nystrom/ staff photo

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Chin sisters receive Rotary Club of Mercer Island scholarships

Announcement was made at the club’s June 2 meeting.

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What does it cost to attend the World Cup?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup may end up being one of the most expensive in history for fans…

People participate in Tai Chi in the Park on May 30 at Mercerdale Park to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Andy Nystrom/ staff photo

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Stretching out at Tai Chi in the Park

People participate in Tai Chi in the Park on May 30 at Mercerdale Park to celebrate Asian Pacific…

Mercer Island School District 2026 Pathfinder Award recipient Mary Wayte, center, with the school board at its May 28 meeting. Photo courtesy of the Mercer Island School District

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Wayte named school district’s 2026 Pathfinder Award recipient

Swimmer won Olympic gold medals in 1984.

Ella Choe and Marissa Beck. Courtesy photos

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Islanders present ‘Understanding Eating Disorders’ webinar

Choe and Beck deliver vital information to the community.

A firefighter extinguishes a truck fire on May 27 on Mercer Island. Photo courtesy of Kris Sundberg

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Delivery truck catches fire on Mercer Island

An Albert Lee Appliance delivery truck caught fire and the blaze spread to a nearby bush on the…

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Approximately $100 in cash stolen during vehicle prowl | Mercer Island police blotter

Selected reports May 19-24.

From left to right: Hugh Borden, Derek Borden, Derek Weiss, Ina Song and Andrew Fateev. Courtesy photo

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Mercer Island students to demo AI companion robot at local library

Community event on May 27 explores technology for senior well-being.

Many public transportation options are available for those looking to avoid street traffic during the World Cup. Pictured: Crowds board the Sound Transit Link Light Rail at Star Lake station. File photo

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Road construction will be limited during World Cup to aid traffic

The Washington State Department of Transportation will be restricting and limiting work on several major construction projects during…

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The outside of Henry M. Jackson High School on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 in Mill Creek, Washington.

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Washington reforms that could tackle teacher sexual abuse

WA was the first to enact “Don’t Pass the Trash” legislation two decades ago.

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Durian fruit, ready to be weighed.

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Asian markets – from strip malls to mega stores | Meanderings by Mindy Stern

When husband and wife Taiwanese immigrants, Cindy and Jack Lee opened a supermarket in Vancouver, B.C. in 1993,…

Graphic from the 2026 FIFA World Cup website

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Mercer Island prepares for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Mercer Island staff is prepared for when the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks into action next month in…

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Building graffitied, restoration cost totals $1,000 | Mercer Island police blotter

Selected reports May 11-18.