Resident David Marquez, a civil engineer with an MBA in finance, writes in a letter to the editor that the current bond plan represents the best deal afforded to Mercer Island taxpayers for maintaining the quality of local schools well into the next centu
Finishing 33rd overall, Islander and financial professional Eddie Switaj is a professional triathlete in his spare time and used and is training for the Escape from Alcatraz triathlon this June.
Prep lacrosse this week: Washington state high school schedule for March 26 – April 1
Sports Brief: Mercer Island High School Girls Tennis continues winning ways at Homestead Park.
Organizers report approximately 4,500 participants in the 40th annual Mercer Island Half Marathon.
Resident Kevin Scheid writes in a letter to the editor that the Mercer Island School Board authorized the publication of the District News that slants the facts to support proponents of the $196 million in construction bonds on the April ballot.
Greg Steinhauer, a professional real estate developer who also served as a member of the 21 CFPC, writes in a letter to the editor that current plans on the April ballot underwent thorough review and was developed using the advice of professional engineer
Recent New England transplant Marina Moscovici writes a "Letter to the Editor" asking for the community's support for the MIHS Fine Arts Showcase and for support for this April's Special Election School Bond issue.
The Islanders hope to improve on last season's 7-7 record in 2A/3A KingCo play with a confidence-boosting win on Saturday at reigning 4A state champ Bothell. They lost a tight 4-3 game to Newport earlier on Thursday.
Keeping a home in good shape diminishes the problems that could be encountered when it comes time to sell.
Fun activities and some sweet deals for the whole family this upcoming week, March 28 - April 7
Islanders Boys Lacrosse faces down stiff competition from Oregon high schools Lincoln and Lake Oswego to stay undefeated.
Vote in our poll and let us know which burrito joint is your favorite in the comments.
The following homes are holding open houses this Sunday, March 25.
Mercer Island Patch is hosting a table in the Mercer Island Community and Event Center for the Mercer Island Half Marathon Pre-Race Expo.
Please visit the Mercer Island Patch table at the Pre-Race Expo on Saturday and Race Village in the MICEC on Sunday!
Mercer Island 23-year-old Timothy Richard Wettack was killed when his motorcycle went over a barrier on an I-5 off-ramp headed towards I-90 and Mercer Island.
Check out our picks for the top activities and hot spots to hit this weekend, March 23-25.
Mercer Island Community Center had the most votes in our third Readers' Choice poll, and the Roanoke Inn came in second.
Sports Brief: Girls Varsity Tennis at Mt. Si High School, March 22
Local food and wine event organizers share their insider tips on how to get the most out of and enjoy such events, which are coming into season now.
Mercer Island Martial Arts had the most votes in our Readers' Choice poll, but runner-up Karate West also had fans and dozens of supportive comments and reviews.
Forecasters with the National Weather Service and UW weather guru Cliff Mass are predicting a mostly dry spring weekend.
The former Woodinville High School Principal will reportedly take over from MIHS Interim Principal Pat Blix after a transition period this spring and summer.
Youth athletes from Mercer Island Girls Select Basketball teams excel in season-ending tournaments.
Given possible upcoming winter driving conditions, Washingtonians have two extra weeks to get the studs off this year.
Local resident Carole Clarke writes in a letter to the editor that the school bond is not the best for local children, community or property values.
New Mercer Island parent (and proud dog owner) David Hetzel writes in a letter to the editor that MISD school facilities are failing students, teachers and the school district and it's time the community finally did something about it.
The three-phase project will eventually provide 24-hour HOV capacity in both directions across Lake Washington and help get I-90 ready for East Link light rail.
Reservations are still available for a five-course dinner with Scotch Whisky Master distillers from Glenmorangie and Ardberg at John Howie Steak on March 29. Also, look for other "Fork Dork" events in Bellevue, Woodinville and Issaquah.
Congratulations! Your son or daughter has been accepted to the college of their choice. Are you ready for the upcoming expenses?
Mercer Island City Council approved posting signs to restrict tobacco use in public parks at a March 19 meeting.
Officials say that any "garden-variety" plants can become noxious weeds in King County when not disposed of properly.
The toll hike of 2.5 percent is the first of planned, small annual increases through 2016, outlined in the plan approved by the Legislature last year.
Resident and former 21 CFPC committee member Toby Suhm, a supporter of the $196 voter-approved school bond on the April ballot, responds to an earlier letter from bond opponent David de Yarza.
New portable classrooms must be placed on playground space at Island Park and Lakeridge due to an expected jump in elementary school enrollment by 2014.
Stuck in a rut? Let's help each other out and share creative dinner and snack ideas! Spring Sports season is on, and so is finding creative fuel for our little athletes.
Lakeridge First-Grade Teacher Cindi Pacecca writes in a letter to the editor that outdated and overcrowded schools are at a built-in disadvantage compared to other Eastside schools.
Tuesday, March 20, officially kicks off the beginning of spring. Have you spotted any signs of spring around your neighborhood?
Mercer Island resident Janet Frohnmayer, writing from her perspective as a private citizen, says supporting the $196 million bond sends a message to teachers and staff that the community supports them and a high-quality education.