Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo

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Homelessness, guns among 2020 legislative priorities

WA lawmakers examine issues heading into 60-day session.

Issaquah High School graduates. File photo

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IHS moves forward with graduation honors recognition

After student sessions, the committee should have decisions formalized by March.

On Jan. 6, four Issaquah councilmembers were sworn in. From left: Victoria Hunt, Lindsey Walsh, Barbara de Michele, Zach Hall. Natalie DeFord/Staff photo

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Issaquah swears in new councilmembers, appoints leadership

Victoria Hunt named Council President, Chris Reh the Deputy Council President.

KCLS continuing to build connections in 2020

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KCLS continuing to build connections in 2020

A monthly column about library happenings.

From left, Jenny Wang, Rose Fu and Nancy Irwin enjoy a conversation with each other during a Talk Time class at Aljoya Mercer Island. Samantha Pak/staff photo

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Come for the conversation, stay for the friendships | Windows and Mirrors

Talk Time classes allow English language learners to practice their speaking and conversation skills.

King County faces $2 million lawsuit from 2016 K-9 bite

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King County faces $2 million lawsuit from 2016 K-9 bite

A man’s right arm was left “permanently disfigured and disabled” after a Sheriff’s Office K-9 was used.

ISD suffers from malware attack

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ISD suffers from malware attack

No ETA on when it will be resolved.

Embrace the struggle for a complete picture | Health column

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Embrace the struggle for a complete picture | Health column

A monthly column about mindfulness and general wellbeing.

Washington doesn’t know true vaccination data

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Washington doesn’t know true vaccination data

New auditor’s report shows schools have not reported accurate vaccination data.

Courtesy photo                                Eric Ankrim and Allison Standley star as George and Amalia in Village Theatre’s production of “She Loves Me.”

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“She Loves Me” set to debut at Village Theatre

The story that inspired “You’ve Got Mail” debuts Jan. 16.

Insulin pumps are worn by diabetics to monitor blood glucose levels and replace manual injections. (Wikimedia Commons)

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WA lawmakers propose capping insulin costs at $100 a month

With the federal government in gridlock, states and finding ways to lower costs.

No lack of local news in 2019

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No lack of local news in 2019

Recap of 2019’s most interesting stories.

Local “Proud Boys” and others opposed to the King County Library System’s Drag Queen Story Hours showed up in Issaquah to voice their opposition to the events June 26. Courtesy photo

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Issaquah Reporter’s top 10 most-viewed web stories of 2019

1. Racially insensitive sign sparks investigation at ISD

Volunteers of Troop 751 pose for a photo during the 2019 Christmas tree collection and recycle event. Courtesy photo

Life

Scouts to recycle trees on Jan. 4

The 35th year of recycling trees for Sammamish and Issaquah Highlands residents.

HopeFest founder Tyler Zangaglia: “We have a responsibility to give back”

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HopeFest founder Tyler Zangaglia: “We have a responsibility to give back”

Zangaglia’s experiences propelled him to launch his nonprofit, HopeFest.

Swedish Medical Center nurses could strike by year’s end

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Swedish Medical Center nurses could strike by year’s end

Union reps say negotiations have stalled since they began in April.

Left: Nicholas Frei of Emil Frei Associates, Inc. during the removal of the Providence Heights chapels glass windows in 2018 in Issaquah. Photo courtesy of Sisters of Providence, Mother Joseph Province. Right: Sister Judith Desmarais, Sisters of Providence Provincial Leader who was a student at Providence Heights College, holding a photo of the window depicting the Prophecy of Simeon, one of the Seven Sorrows of Mary. Photo by Natalie DeFord.

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What happened to the Providence glass?

The story of Providence Heights College’s colored windows, and where they are now.

Swedish Medical Center nurses could send notification of strike by year’s end

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Swedish Medical Center nurses could send notification of strike by year’s end

Union reps say negotiations have stalled since they began in April.

New Year’s Day will serve frigid dip

Life

New Year’s Day will serve frigid dip

First ever Polar Plunge at Lake Sammamish State Park.

Finding your proverbial strawberries | Business column

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Finding your proverbial strawberries | Business column

A monthly business column from Mercer Island financial adviser Bob Toomey.