Photo courtesy of Erin Krawiec                                 Lexi Krawiec used chalkboard paint to create chalkboards that raised awareness for Save The Children, which works to provide access to education for children around the world.

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Lakeridge Elementary students raise money for charities

Third, fourth and fifth grade students create and sell products at “Merchants With a Cause” fair to support…

Global chef visits local retirement community on Mercer Island

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Global chef visits local retirement community on Mercer Island

Australian chef Steve Laybourn prepared kangaroo and alligator for the residents.

Women in law enforcement take the lead

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Women in law enforcement take the lead

King County’s female police chiefs outline their career paths.

Executive Constantine’s proposal will expand King County’s 200 parks, 175 miles of regional trails, and 28,000 acres of open space. Photo Courtesy of King County.

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Executive Dow Constantine announces plan to renew King County Parks Levy

The proposal for the August ballot would generate an estimated $738 million over the next six years.

Ellis Pond is one of Mercer Island’s critical areas. The city’s critical areas code and shoreline master program are due for a review. Photo courtesy of the city of Mercer Island

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Mercer Island’s review of critical areas wraps up

The city is also updating its shoreline master program.

Freezin’ for a reason | Polar Plunge supports Special Olympics Washington

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Freezin’ for a reason | Polar Plunge supports Special Olympics Washington

The event raised more than $160,ooo, with major contributions coming from law enforcement agencies.

“Chikiri” will perform Japanese Taiko drumming at Mercer Island High School (MIHS)’s Performing Arts Center on March 6 from 7-8 p.m. Photo courtesy Tero Photography.

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Japenese Taiko drummers to perform with MIHS percussionists

The performance will be held at MIHS’s performing arts center on Mar. 6.

Eastside schools contemplate strategies for days lost to snow

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Eastside schools contemplate strategies for days lost to snow

Northshore School District will apply for a waiver from the state.

A comparison of how many life science companies are on the Eastside and in other Washington cities. Illustration by Kailan Manandic

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Life science hits its stride on the Eastside

Life science has strong roots in Washington, contributing economically and scientifically.

Police chiefs: More than a year to find, train new officers

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Police chiefs: More than a year to find, train new officers

HB1253 requires new hires complete basic training requirements within two months.

Kaelyn Adams (Front), owner of Barre Rev, leads a barre class at her new location. Multiple members from the previous studio, The Dailey Method, joined Barre Rev to help support Adams and her goal to be a community hub. Photo courtesy of Kaelyn Adams

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Local fitness instructor opens first Barre studio on the Island

Kaelyn Adams opened her own Barre studio after years of fitness instruction and massage therapy.

Jayne, Dan and Derek take a break to pose for a photo while building an igloo on Mercer Island. Photo courtesy of Meg Lippert

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Very cool new construction goes unfinished

Igloo project on Mercer Island halted by rain.

Fires, floods, destruction: Washington copes with worsening climate change

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Fires, floods, destruction: Washington copes with worsening climate change

From rising sea levels and crop failures to dying forests and fish, Washington state is struggling