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Issaquah middle schooler Palash B. created the game Ultramons, which won the 2024 Senior Most Engaging Winner at the Young Inventor Challenge. The game features colorful monster cards and was funded through a Kickstarter campaign that raised $13,000 for manufacturing. Palash's entrepreneurial journey began during the pandemic when he sought a creative outlet after his family's board games were delayed.
A sinkhole at Valley View Place SW and Wildwood Blvd SW will undergo repairs starting September 15. The United States Department of the Interior will manage the restoration, which includes relocating utilities and reconstructing the roadway. Traffic disruptions are expected during the project phases, which will last into late November.
Issaquah Police Department reported a series of notable incidents, including a suspected stolen car fleeing a traffic stop on I-90 and a mistaken vehicle prowl involving a Cybertruck. The week also saw a mental health crisis leading to hospital transport, highlighting ongoing community safety concerns.
Puget Sound Energy plans to launch four new community solar arrays in King County by 2025, adding over one megawatt of solar capacity. The initiative aims to make renewable energy accessible to all customers, including renters and those unable to install solar panels. Participants can purchase shares to support clean energy projects without installation costs or maintenance.
Jim Halas and Randy Pinkston received recognition as the August Volunteers of the Month for their extensive contributions to the Issaquah Highlands community. Both have dedicated numerous hours to various volunteer roles, including setting up events at Village Green. Their experiences reflect a commitment to community engagement and encouragement for others to volunteer.
Issaquah will host Green Issaquah Day on September 9, 2025, at Confluence Park. The event aims to promote environmental awareness and community engagement through tree planting and nature activities.
Issaquah officials will host Green Issaquah Day on September 9, 2025, at Confluence Park. The event aims to promote environmental awareness and community engagement through activities focused on green initiatives, including tree planting and educational workshops.
Superintendent Heather Tow-Yick welcomes students back for the 2025-26 school year, emphasizing community involvement and the importance of joy in education. The district plans various events, including the Mimosa Morning on September 5 and a Town Hall for youth on September 17. Parents and community members are encouraged to engage with school activities and stay informed through official communications.
Mayor Mary Lou Pauly interviewed community leader Robin Kelley, highlighting her over two decades of service in Issaquah. Kelley has significantly contributed to events like Salmon Days and the Sister Cities Commission, leaving a lasting impact on the community.
The City of Issaquah will hold an emergency management event on September 1, 2025, focusing on remote working and health challenges. This initiative aims to enhance community preparedness in response to infectious diseases and disasters.