Mercer Island Reporter

Established in 1954, The Mercer Island Reporter is a subscription-based weekly newspaper catering to the affluent residents of Mercer Island. This community, home to around 22,000 individuals, is situated in the heart of Lake Washington, which is the second-largest natural lake in Washington state. The Interstate-90 floating bridge, known as the second-longest floating bridge worldwide, connects Mercer Island to Seattle to the west and Bellevue to the east, making it convenient for both commuters and shoppers. Mercer Island boasts highly regarded public schools, expansive parks, and a vibrant arts scene. The residents are actively involved in various civic, social, and charitable initiatives, showcasing a commitment to education, diversity, sustainability, and the future. The Town Center, positioned next to I-90, is currently undergoing revitalization with the introduction of new upscale condominiums and retail spaces. Additionally, the upcoming light rail project on the central lanes of I-90 will enhance accessibility for both residents and visitors.

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Petition against MI School Board member stirs up controversy

4 days ago | mi-reporter.com | Andy Hobbs

A petition is calling for a Mercer Island School Board member to be excluded from graduation ceremonies for the Mercer Island High School class of 2025. The petition was started by a local student in response to past social media posts made by school board director Jody Lee. As of press time Monday, the petition on change.org had garnered 530 signatures.
Northwest Yeshiva STEM team wins first prize at conference

1 week ago | mi-reporter.com | Andy Nystrom

A trio of Northwest Yeshiva High School (NYHS) students delved into the assisted healthcare technology realm by creating an automated pill box and notching a first-prize award in a prestigious conference in New Jersey.
MIHS boys golfers launch comeback to take state title

2 weeks ago | mi-reporter.com | Andy Nystrom

At the end of day one, Mercer Island High School’s boys golf team sat eight strokes behind team leader Bellevue High School at the 3A state championships at Creek at Qualchan Golf Course in Spokane. When day two concluded, the Islanders stood tall as state champs after blasting ahead of Bellevue by two strokes in the final team standings. MI finished first with 605 strokes and Bellevue took second with 607 strokes.
Sound Transit begins light rail testing across I-90

2 weeks ago | mi-reporter.com | Andy Nystrom

Link light rail is now trending to open for service on Mercer Island and begin zooming across the Interstate 90 floating bridge to Seattle in early 2026, according to Sound Transit.
School bus driver to retire after 40 years

2 weeks ago | mi-reporter.com | Andy Nystrom

After spending 40 years driving Mercer Island School District buses, it’s time to hang up the keys and retire, said Dave Irish. When the last day of school hits on June 20, Irish will be traversing his final routes as a part-time driver who logs about 25 hours a week. For 20 years, he drove the big buses and he completed his final 20 manning the smaller ones while transporting students with disabilities, he said. “I’m a little nervous. It’s like, gosh, it’s coming to an end here.
Candidates step into campaign mode for MI, district positions

2 weeks ago | mi-reporter.com | Andy Nystrom

Filing week has come and gone and now the candidates for Mercer Island City Council, Mercer Island School District and Legislative District 41 positions will step into campaign mode. Less than six months from now, voters will be having their say at the ballot box in the Nov. 4 general election. In the LD 41 realm, an Aug. 5 primary comes first because three candidates are running for a state representative spot; the top two vote-getters will advance to the general election.
Mercer Island participating in 2025 LEED for Cities Certification Cohort

3 weeks ago | mi-reporter.com | Andy Nystrom

Mercer Island has been invited into the U.S. Green Building Council’s 2025 LEED for Cities Certification Cohort in which local leaders strive to achieve city-scale sustainability. Joining 12 other cities and three counties — including King County — nationwide in the cohort acceptance realm, Mercer Island initially took part in the council’s government leadership summit last July in Issaquah.
Meet Mercer Island High School’s stellar high jumpers

3 weeks ago | mi-reporter.com | Andy Nystrom

High jumping has been part of Sibella Benninghoff and Alex Dusseau’s worlds for the last four years and the Mercer Island High School athletes keep reaching new heights as the seasons roll by. On May 1, they each nailed personal-record (PR) marks during the tail end of their senior years at an Inglemoor High School meet. Benninghoff cleared the bar at 5-foot-1 (her own height) and Dusseau surpassed his own height of 5-foot-10 to nail a 6-foot-3 mark.
MIHS boys soccer scores 3A KingCo tourney title

3 weeks ago | mi-reporter.com | Andy Nystrom

The atmosphere was electric at Mercer Island High School’s stadium on May 13 during the 3A KingCo tournament boys soccer championship match, according to Islander senior captain Charlie Frink. Down 2-0 to visiting Bellevue High School, the locals fed off their fans’ enthusiasm and tied the game with 10 minutes to go and took the match into extra time. Scoring all five of its penalty kicks, the confident MI squad notched the title, 3-2, and advances to state.
MIHS girls tennis wins 3A KingCo tourney title

3 weeks ago | mi-reporter.com | Andy Nystrom

Mercer Island High School’s girls tennis team continues to tear up the court this season by notching the 3A KingCo tournament championship on May 10. The Islanders, who won the 3A/4A KingCo Crest Division regular-season championship, received a second consecutive first-place finish at the tourney from the Garton sisters’ doubles team of senior Rachel and sophomore Sarah.