The Student News Site of Mercer Island High School

The MIHS Islander

The Student News Site of Mercer Island High School

The MIHS Islander

The Student News Site of Mercer Island High School

The MIHS Islander

First Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Released
First Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Released
Dylan Goldhammer, Staff Writer • April 7, 2024

After years of needing a doctor’s prescription to get the birth control pill, an over-the-counter (OTC) pill has finally been released. The...

Ranking the MIHS Curriculum Books
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Ranking the MIHS Curriculum Books
Katie Friedman, Co-Business Manager • May 7, 2024

As a second-semester senior, I’ve worked my way through my fair share of classic high school curriculum reads. And let’s just say, I’ve...

Restaurant Recommendations in the Seattle Area
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Restaurant Recommendations in the Seattle Area
Taylor Holshouser, Editor-in-Chief • April 23, 2024

Paik’s Noodle Located just 15 minutes away from the island, near the Bellevue Chick-fil-A, Paik’s Noodle serves delicious classic...

Ranking the Trendiest Lip Products
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Ranking the Trendiest Lip Products
Jordan Balousek, Managing Editor • March 31, 2024

Many different lip products have had their turn in the limelight recently. As a self-acknowledged lip product fiend, I have taken it upon myself...

The Reason March Madness is Appealing to Everyone
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The Reason March Madness is Appealing to Everyone
Caroline Kelly, Staff Writer • March 26, 2024

The highly anticipated and well-known NCAA basketball tournament, March Madness, is enjoyable for everyone to watch, particularly due to the...