Week in Review: Aug. 14-20

SUNDAY, AUGUST 14

The non-profit Pomegranate Center and Tully's Coffee worked with local volunteers to build a reading garden on the grounds surrounding the library.

MONDAY, AUGUST 15

The King County Assessor released its annual area reports last month showing real estate value declines across most communities and neighborhoods.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 16

Early election returns reported by King County show King County Councilmember Pos. 6 incumbent Jane Hague, who represents Mercer Island, and local resident Richard Mitchell are leading the race in the top-two primar

Money Magazine began releasing several lists Aug. 15 online for their upcoming "Best Places to Live" Sept. 2011.

I stuck my foot in my mouth talking to the parent of a girl with autism.

Nearly six hours of negotiations on Monday ends with 7-2 Council vote to approve of car tab increase to maintain current Metro bus service.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17

The following information from Aug. 3-15 was supplied by the Mercer Island Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 18

The protesters blocked traffic at times in downtown Mercer Island.

Local Boy Scout Eric Hardwick, seeking his Eagle Scout, will lead the clean-up of the old Recycling Center and adjoining parts of Mercerdale Park this weekend, Aug. 20-21.

Richard E. Mitchell has 29 percent of the vote so far, with votes still being counted. Incumbent Jane Hague has 38 percent of the vote.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 19

The following homes are holding open houses this Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 20 and 21.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 20

Two dozen police agencies will have extra officers on patrol from Aug. 19 through Sept. 5 to keep the roadways clear of drunk drivers as part of the 'Drive Hammered, Get Nailed' campaign.