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Friday Traffic Alert: I-90 Lane Closures, Presidential…

A visit by Pres. Barack Obama and WSDOT lane striping and testing inside the Mt. Baker Tunnel…

Top News February 17, 2012 at 04:54 am

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Obama to Nominate Former Gov. Gary Locke as US Ambassador to…

Tomorrow, President Obama plans to formally nominate Gary Locke, former Washington Governor…

Top News March 7, 2011 at 10:25 pm

Poll: What is the State of the U.S. Compared with a Year…

All around King County, supporters of Pres. Barack Obama are holding State of the Union…

Government January 23, 2012 at 10:39 pm

Congressman Smith Responds to President's Economic…

Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA9) responded to President Barack Obama's State of the Union…

Government February 14, 2013 at 10:44 am

Obama's Sister, Maya Soetoro-Ng, Shares Memories of their…

Maya Soetoro-Ng, President Barack Obama's sister, and longtime Mercer Island residents…

Top News April 20, 2013 at 08:55 pm

Mercer Islander Bill Russell Awarded Medal of Freedom in…

The former NBA Boston Celtics five-time League MVP and first African-American NBA coach was…

Around Town February 17, 2011 at 04:03 pm

$5000 Stanley Ann Dunham Scholarship goes to MIHS Senior…

Thirteen MIHS Senior girls were honored in a reception sponsored by the Stanley Ann Dunham…

Schools May 14, 2011 at 06:48 am

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Mercer Island High School Student Attends 2013 Presidential…

MIHS senior Zane Khatib received the opportunity of a lifetime as he traveled to the nation's…

Schools January 26, 2013 at 01:30 am

Dunham Scholarship Applications Due March 12

The $5000 scholarship was created in the memory of MIHS alumna and US President Barack Obama's…

Schools March 7, 2012 at 04:50 pm

President Obama Stops in Hunts Point for Fundraiser at…

The President of the United States Barack Obama made a campaign fundraising stop at Hunts…

Top News July 26, 2012 at 03:36 am

Obama's Sister, Maya Soetoro-Ng, is the Special Guest of…

Stanley Ann Dunham, the mother of President Barack Obama and his sister, Maya Soetoro-Ng, was…

Schools April 3, 2013 at 07:31 am

Turnout Low But Enthusiasm High at Democratic Caucuses

Health care was a big issue for Mercer Island Democrats who caucused at West Mercer Elementary…

Government April 24, 2012 at 04:29 pm

Scholarship Named After Pres. Obama's Mother Now Accepting…

The 2013 Stanley Ann Dunham Scholarship is an award of $5,000 for higher education expenses…

Schools January 24, 2013 at 05:01 pm

VP Nominee Paul Ryan in Medina, Bellevue for Private…

Paul Ryan's stops this afternoon to include a $1,000 per person reception, and then a $25,000…

Government September 10, 2012 at 09:07 pm

Political Signs Stolen From Mercer Island Yard, Resident…

A Mercer Island resident says the half-dozen political signs in her yard disappeared over the…

Government November 5, 2012 at 06:28 pm

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January Storm: Disaster Declaration Brings Aid to King…

January's wicked weather led to $32.3 million in potential eligible damages.

Top News March 5, 2012 at 08:21 pm

'Secrets' of Mercer Island Featured on Evening Magazine

The secret histories of Luther Burbank Park and The Roanoke tavern are featured on the TV…

Top News May 11, 2013 at 08:05 pm

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New Gun Rights Group Plans to Bear Arms in Downtown Kirkland

A Kirkland man has planned a 'Day of Resistance' rally Saturday, Feb. 23 in downtown Kirkland…

Top News February 22, 2013 at 05:02 am

Presidential Motorcade Ties Up Westbound I-90 Traffic

A motorcade ferrying President Barack Obama from Boeing Field in Seattle to Bellevue caused…

Top News July 24, 2012 at 11:44 pm

Scholarship Directors Reflect on Dunham's True Legacy

Local residents seek to highlight the legacy of Mercer Island High School grad Stanley Ann…

Volunteering November 30, 2010 at 04:08 am

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Mercer Island 9/11 Patriot Day Observances

Mercer Island's municipal buildings and the local VFW post will mark Patriot Day — in…

Around Town September 11, 2012 at 05:24 am

Mercer Island Resident Presents Healthcare Discussion at…

Island resident Dr. Fredric Tobis will offer a closer look at campaign promises made by…

Top News October 18, 2012 at 07:13 pm

POLL: ‘Obamacare’ Supreme Court Ruling Coming Thursday

The anticipated decision on the constitutionality of the health care law, which was championed…

Government June 25, 2012 at 11:37 pm

What Time is The Vice Presidential Debate?

Get the details on the vice-presidential debate and comment on what you're hoping to hear.

Government October 11, 2012 at 02:52 pm

Update: Citizens Picket Rep. Reichert's Office Over Debt…

A gathering of around 75 people tried to enter U.S. Congressman Dave Reichert's office and…

Government July 27, 2011 at 12:46 am

How did Mercer Island Vote in the 2012 Election?

Islanders overwhelmingly supported re-electing President Barack Obama, marijuana legalization…

Government December 6, 2012 at 04:17 pm

Fiscal Cliff: Most Mercer Island Families Will Pay $7,830…

Mercer Island will pay more than most if no compromise is reached and rates increase;…

Government December 31, 2012 at 06:53 am

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Peanut Butter Plant to Trader Joe's, Whole Foods Shut by FDA

The Sunland Inc. plant that distributes products to Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Sprouts,…

Government November 29, 2012 at 12:43 am

Islanders Herald Breakfast of Champions Fundraiser to Save…

School district boosters hope the annual fundraising event will raise at least $1.2 million to…

Schools April 26, 2011 at 06:38 pm