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MIHS grad marks final year in YMCA Youth and Government program

Jul 15, 2024 | mi-reporter.com | Cameron Sires

On the heels of Mercer Island High School senior Jack Dalton’s final year of high school, this year also marks his last participation in the YMCA Youth and Government program, which he joined in eighth grade. The YMCA initiative is a 70-year-old national program that encourages eighth to 12th graders to learn about the political system and gain leadership skills through civic education and mock governmental proceedings, according to the YMCA website.
Local teenager plays lead role in new Hulu limited series “Under the Bridge”

Jun 21, 2024 | bothell-reporter.com | Cameron Sires

With seven years of theater, short films, commercials, modeling and voiceovers under her belt, 14-year-old Bothell native Vritika Gupta landed a lead role in the true-crime drama series, “Under the Bridge”. The series — which premiered on Hulu in April — is based on a Rebecca Godgrey book, re-telling the true-story of 14-year-old Reena Virk of Saanich British Colubmbia.
The second annual Issaquah Film Festival: Staying true to its roots while expanding its vision

Jun 14, 2024 | issaquahreporter.com | Cameron Sires

A simple direct message on Instagram brought three young filmmakers from Issaquah together, who not only built a friendship through their passion for filmmaking but a shared vision that developed into the Issaquah Film Festival and partner organization, Tarot 77 Entertainment, in January 2023. “We felt very lucky to find each other,” said Beckett Hobbs, a co-founder of the Issaquah Film Festival and Tarot 77 Entertainment. Now preparing for the second Issaquah Film Festival on Aug.
Showcase your Fenders on Front Street for Father’s Day

Jun 12, 2024 | issaquahreporter.com | Cameron Sires

As Father’s Day rounds the corner, so does the 17th annual Fenders on Front Street in Issaquah. The June 16 event will sprawl down Front Street in historic downtown and showcase over 100 classic and vintage cars and motorcycles. The Sunday event will span from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Throughout the day, live music will play, food trucks will park around the event, and judges will rank cars — presenting awards at the historic Shell station at 232 Front St. N.
Council celebrates retirement of Issaquah police officer

Jun 7, 2024 | issaquahreporter.com | Cameron Sires

On June 3, the Issaquah City Council held a public hearing for the 2025-2030 six-year transportation improvement program update, authorized the disposal of surplus city equipment, and authorized funding for a Public Works Administration building remodel project. Other agenda bill items were:Issaquah police officer retiresDuring the council meeting, Sgt. Roger Enders was awarded a plaque from the city council to honor his service to the Issaquah Police Department (IPD) for nearly 33 years.
Issaquah welcomes back 16 different summer adaptive recreation activities

Jun 4, 2024 | issaquahreporter.com | Cameron Sires

Dance with friends, share a meal on the greens while listening to live music, catch a movie at the North Bend theater or unleash your creativity as Issaquah welcomes back its summer Adaptive Recreation program. Spanning from June 4 to Aug. 29, this summer program offers 16 activities for individuals with intellectual, developmental, physical and neurological disabilities.
Redmond High School counselor arrested after student discloses acts of sexual misconduct

Jun 1, 2024 | redmond-reporter.com | Cameron Sires

A Redmond High School counselor, Derik Detweiler, 35, was arrested on Friday, May 31, following a report by a 17-year-old student to Lake Washington School District staff alleging a months-long romantic relationship with the counselor, wrote Redmond Detective Marshall Tolbert in the court documents.
Medical examiner seeks help identifying deceased man found in Redmond

May 28, 2024 | redmond-reporter.com | Cameron Sires

On Feb. 19, the King County Medical Examiner’s Office reported an unknown man was found dead in Redmond, adjacent to the Fred Meyer parking lot, under a covered gazebo. The office hopes by releasing a forensic sketch and information, the public will be able to identify the man. The man, who is believed to be between 18 to 40 years old, was around 5 feet 4 inches and 200 pounds, according to the King County website. The man had dark eyes, a gap in his front teeth and short dark hair.
Issaquah brewery wins big at 2024 World Beer Cup

May 28, 2024 | issaquahreporter.com | Cameron Sires

Formula Brewing, wedged between Tibbetts Creek and Interstate 90 at 1875 NW Poplar Way in Issaquah, opened in 2020 and has thrived since, winning 13 state and national awards for its beer, and its first four global awards at the 2024 World Beer Cup (WBC).
Issaquah Sammamish Food Project reaches million-dollar milestone

May 28, 2024 | issaquahreporter.com | Cameron Sires

In June, the Issaquah Sammamish Food Project (ISFP) is targeted to surpass $1 million worth of food and personal care donations to the Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank alongside celebrating its five-year anniversary. The program, also referred to as the “green bag project,” allows residents to donate to the Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank from their front door.