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Islander Middle School eighth grader Paloma “Lola” Melian Lafinur has received an Honorable Mention Award in the third annual New York Times Tiny Memoir Contest for her memoir titled “Mi Nombre”. The Tiny Memoir Contest challenges students to tell a meaningful and interesting true story from their life in just 100 words. The Times received over 12,000 submissions from students around the world and...

KMIH staff-member, Hayley Nguyen, talks with Hannah Pepin, a prevention specialist at the King County Sexual Assault Resource Center (KCSARC). KCSARC recently visited Mercer Island High School to educate the seniors about how they can support their peers and promote healthy relationships. Tune in to learn more about KCSARC's life-changing work!

Soon-to-be first-year Sophie Prock, sits down with President Ana Marie Cauce of the University of Washington. Cauce tells us why UW, the most exciting parts about attending college in the city of Seattle, and what it's like to be president at one of the world's top research institutions. 

Dr. Michalea King is a researcher at the University of Washington. 88.9's Sophie Prock sat down with her to discuss her research and work in the field of glaciology. Listen as Dr. King tells us how glaciers are impacted by today's changing world, and what it's like to be a climate scientist in the field. 

As the Seahawks have made their way into the playoffs for the 2023 NFL season, Seattle's fans are getting more and more excited. Listen as Sophie asks Norb about how he supports the Hawks, and his predictions for the games to come.

One of KMIH's Staff, Hayley Nguyen created a podcast about her dad's journey of escaping Vietnam at 13 without his family. It's a story of struggle, survival, and strength to achieve freedom and opportunity. This podcast was one of 10 winners of the New York Times Podcast Competition!

KMIH's Director of Staff, Sophie Prock, had the chance to interview Daniela Melgar, the Drama and English 12 teacher at Mercer Island High School. Mrs. Melgar explained what the Race Literature course is, and why students should consider taking it. In this English class, students are able to experience different literature written by all types of authors from different backgrounds through numerous...

From Devorah Heitner to 'Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader', here's the last of Gabe and Sophie's radio collaboration. Thank you Gabe for everything you've done for us here at 88.9!

Audrey Sadlier covered the MIHS student walkout to protest the anti-queer legislation in Florida and Texas.

For the second time, Sophie Prock sat down with councilmember Ted Weinberg for an interview. Listen as Ted describes what will happen as he transitions into being a member of Mercer Island's City Council.

To celebrate Día de los Muertos here on 88.9 The Bridge, Sophie Prock produced a full hour music and conversation to honor passed Latin American Artists. Here's a snippet!

Audrey Sadlier had the opportunity to sit down with senior Lauren Wainwright and discuss the upcoming basketball season. Tune into 88.9 The Bridge for live broadcasts of Islander girls basketball!

Sophia Azzano and McLean Hopkins cover Mercer Island High School's walkout in solidarity with the students of Bellevue, Interlake, Sammamish, and Newport High School after the mishandling of an assault case at Newport High School. Mercer Island High School students addressed the problem of sexual assault within their school.

Mercer Island High School students share their thoughts about school, teachers, peers, and parents in this joint project between KMIH and Parent Edge.

Max promotes the up and coming MIHS dodgeball tournament

Election Day is quickly approaching. Six candidates are vying for spots on Mercer Island's City Council. KMIH Student General Manager Sophie Prock sat down with Michael Curry to hear what he thinks are the important issues facing our community. This program is part of a collaboration between KMIH and the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce.

Election Day is quickly approaching. Six candidates are vying for spots on Mercer Island's City Council. KMIH Student General Manager Sophie Prock sat down with Lisa Anderl to hear what she thinks are the important issues facing our community. This program is part of a collaboration between KMIH and the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce.

Election Day is quickly approaching. Six candidates are vying for spots on Mercer Island's City Council. KMIH Student General Manager Sophie Prock sat down with Kate Akyuz to hear what she thinks are the important issues facing our community. This program is part of a collaboration between KMIH and the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce.

Election Day is quickly approaching. Six candidates are vying for spots on Mercer Island's City Council. KMIH Student General Manager Sidh Shroff sat down with Daniel Becker to hear what he thinks are the important issues facing our community. This program is part of a collaboration between KMIH and the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce.

Election Day is quickly approaching. Six candidates are vying for spots on Mercer Island's City Council. KMIH Student General Manager Sophie Prock sat down with Ted Weinberg to hear what he thinks are the important issues facing our community. This program is part of a collaboration between KMIH and the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce.

Election Day is quickly approaching. Six candidates are vying for spots on Mercer Island's City Council. KMIH Student General Manager Sidh Shroff sat down with Salim Nice to hear what he thinks are the important issues facing our community. This program is part of a collaboration between KMIH and the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce.

Election Day is quickly approaching. Six candidates are vying for spots on Mercer Island's City Council. KMIH Student General Managers Sophie Prock and Sidh Shroff sat down with each of the candidates to hear what they think are the important issues facing our community. This program is part of a collaboration between KMIH and the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce.

Andrew, Quinn, and Matthew interview Agent Tarentino, the Special Agent in charge of the DEA's Seattle field division. Mr. Tarentino talks about the dangers of fentanyl-laced pills for teens.

This KMIH tribute to Mercer Island Basketball coaching legend Ed Pepple won the Golden Microphone Award for the nation's best community outreach broadcast at the 81st Annual IBS conference and awards! This aired during the October 3rd parade held in memory of the Coach and tribute to his wife Shirley and was produced by MIHS Juniors Gabe Gottesman and Carys Ciobanu.