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Rob McKenna Gets Seattle Times Endorsement For Washington…

The state's largest newspaper says the Republican nominee has a deep understanding of state…

Government July 2, 2012 at 07:24 pm

Bond Supporters Tally Over 1,000 Endorsements

The Committee for Mercer Island Public Schools announced over 1,000 supporters have endorsed

Government March 19, 2012 at 05:01 am

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Bertlin Picks up Endorsements

Former Mayor Elliot Newman, Sierra Club of Washington State, and National Women's Political…

Government September 27, 2011 at 12:42 pm

Hague Picks Up Firefighters Endorsements

Locals from Kirkland, Redmond, Bellevue and Mercer Island throw their support to Hague.

Government September 15, 2011 at 09:18 pm

Seattle King County Realtors Endorse Mercer Island School…

The special election, scheduled for April 17, will require a supermajority to pass, and would…

Schools February 10, 2012 at 04:57 pm

Mitchell Earns Seattle Times, Muni League Endorsements for…

Mercer Island resident Richard Mitchell is in a four-way Aug. 16 primary race for King County…

Government July 26, 2011 at 06:24 pm

Seattle Times Endorses School Bonds

The editorial board of the Seattle Times supports Mercer Island School District's construction…

Schools April 13, 2012 at 03:06 pm

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Poll: How Do You React to Negative Campaign Ads?

At least $40,000 -- and likely much more -- has been spent on negative campaigning against…

Government November 8, 2011 at 02:21 pm

Reichert Backs Romney, McKenna Stays Neutral in Upcoming GOP…

Mercer Island's congressman Rep. Dave Reichert (R-WA8) will back presidential candidate Mitt…

Government February 29, 2012 at 01:25 pm

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WA Conservation Voters Endorses Litzow in Re-Election bid

The 41st District State Senator and Mercer Island resident is running for re-election to the…

Government June 13, 2012 at 05:28 pm

Schools Bond Measure - Town Hall Meeting

The School Board recently voted to place a $196 million school bond measure on the April 17,…

Schools February 25, 2012 at 01:49 am

MISD Retains 'Triple-A' Bond Rating Ahead of Jan. 5 Meeting

Investment rating agency Moody's gives the school district a key endorsement as its school…

Schools January 5, 2012 at 12:00 pm

Schools Bond Measure - Informational Meetings

CANCELLED The School Board recently voted to place a $196 million school bond measure on the…

Schools March 20, 2012 at 10:09 pm

Schools Bond Measure - Coffee and Talk

The School Board recently voted to place a $196 million school bond measure on the April 17,…

Schools February 25, 2012 at 12:57 am

Schools Bond Measure - Town Hall Meeting

The School Board recently voted to place a $196 million school bond measure on the April 17,…

Schools February 29, 2012 at 05:30 pm

City Council Race Heats Up, Islanders Reach Playoffs and…

In case you missed them, here are several Mercer Island news stories we reported on from the…

Top News October 23, 2011 at 09:38 pm

Schools Bond Measure - Rotary Luncheon

Dr. Gary Plano, Mercer Island School Superintendant, will speak at the Rotary Luncheon on…

Schools February 25, 2012 at 01:33 am

Hague Holds Lead Over Mitchell in King County Race

King County Councilwoman Jane Hague, who has held office for 18 years, was challenged by…

Government November 9, 2011 at 02:56 am

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Scheid Running for Mercer Island City Council to Oppose…

Retired Coast Guard Capt. Kevin Scheid says tolling on I-90 is bad policy for Mercer Island…

Government May 23, 2013 at 12:41 pm

Monday Is Deadline to Register for Next Month's Primary…

Online and mail-in options are available through Secretary of State website. Just one race…

Government July 15, 2011 at 04:57 am

First McKenna-Inslee Gubernatorial Debate Tuesday: Here's…

The first gubernatorial debate between candidates Rob McKenna and Jay Inslee will be on…

Government June 11, 2012 at 09:51 am

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Mercer Island Student Wins National Merit Corporate…

More than 200 businesses helped finance this year's scholarships, most of which range from…

Schools May 7, 2013 at 03:26 pm

School Bond Supporters Show Spirit Ahead of Election Results

Mercer Island Patch caught up with sign-waving school bond supporters Bill Hochberg and Aleta…

Government April 17, 2012 at 07:13 pm

Youth Alcohol and Drug Use Town Hall Meeting Set for May 8

The local Communities That Care coalition is hosting a presentation and discussion on…

Government May 3, 2012 at 02:55 am

South End Fire Station / Resuce Truck Levy and the Biennial…

The main reason I oppose Proposition 1 is that it condones a mis-prioritization of money and…

Mike Cero's Blog October 16, 2012 at 03:39 pm

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Thoughts on the City Council's 2013-14 Biennial Budget…

Mercer Island City Council has set seven budget meetings to prioritize services and discuss…

Mike Cero's Blog July 12, 2012 at 07:49 pm

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Bertlin Wins City Council Seat as Jahncke Concedes Race

With over 7,000 votes counted, Bertlin has an unassailable 1,200 vote lead in the race and 59…

Government November 11, 2011 at 02:08 pm

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Eastside Mayors Endorse Bellevue-Sound Transit Agreement

Mayors Joan McBride of Kirkland, Ava Frisinger of Issaquah, Jim Pearman of Mercer Island and…

Government November 14, 2011 at 03:32 pm

American Academy Of Pediatrics Changes Stance On…

The physician's group says that medical insurers should pay for the procedure.

Around Town August 27, 2012 at 08:27 pm