First Friday ArtWalk set for Dec. 5

Mercer Island’s First Friday ArtWalk will take place from 5-8 p.m. on Dec. 5 at the following locations:

November 30, 2025 11:30 am
MIHS seniors named Rotary Islanders of the Month

Mercer Island High School seniors Gabby Frederick, Saira Ghodke, Cooper Jensen and Gianna Tubach have been selected as Rotary Islanders…

By Reporter Staff • December 3, 2025 5:30 pm
SJCC announces Hanukkah events lineup

Special to the Reporter

November 30, 2025 10:30 am
Mercer Island hummingbirds need you this winter

By Terry Lee

November 25, 2025 8:30 am
Mercer Island retains that special position of being in the middle of everything while enjoying a separation from the hustle and bustle to the West and East sides. Courtesy John J. Scott Realty Sponsored
Is Mercer Island special? Yes! says 3rd-generation Islander

The Island’s quality of life and location make it unique, and attractive for home-buyers

By Scott MacRae, John L. Scott • December 1, 2025 6:00 am
Electric violin maestro Geoffrey Castle welcomes the Seattle Irish Dance Company and others for this year’s Christmas in Washington Concert Series. Courtesy Christmas in Washington Sponsored
Celtic magic returns to Washington with Christmas in Washington 2025!

Performances bring the spirit of the holidays to local stages

By Christmas in Washington • November 26, 2025 6:30 am







Mercer Island retains that special position of being in the middle of everything while enjoying a separation from the hustle and bustle to the West and East sides. Courtesy John J. Scott Realty Sponsored
December 1, 2025 6:00 am
Electric violin maestro Geoffrey Castle welcomes the Seattle Irish Dance Company and others for this year’s Christmas in Washington Concert Series. Courtesy Christmas in Washington Sponsored
November 26, 2025 6:30 am
Ideally located between Bellevue and Seattle, Mercer Island enjoys a small town feel, inviting community amenities and mild winters. Courtesy John L. Scott Sponsored
November 17, 2025 6:00 am
While the market determines a home’s value, the right preparation, pricing and partnership can dramatically improve the odds of success. Courtesy Debbie Constantine / J.L. Scott Sponsored
October 12, 2025 11:00 pm

Training our minds to be thankful | Greg Asimakoupoulos

We can train our brains to be selective in what we see and experience.

By Greg Asimakoupoulos Greg Asimakoupoulos • November 24, 2025 5:15 pm
Let’s get serious about solving WA’s energy challenges | Commentary

For residents of the Pacific Northwest, January 2024 might be memorable because of the winter storm that brought ice and…

By Kris Johnson, Association of Washington Business • November 13, 2025 11:00 am

Author discusses graphic novel on Japanese incarceration camps

Each year, Washington students learn about Japanese-American detainments without due process following Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor and Kiku Hughes’ graphic novel “Displacement” has become part of that curriculum.

By Bailey Josie • December 3, 2025 3:20 pm
Pickleball gets its own Washington license plate

Washington served up a new license plate Nov. 19, honoring the state sport of pickleball.

By Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard • November 29, 2025 5:12 am