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KRISTI NIEMEYER
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Kristi Niemeyer learned her newspaper licks at weekly newspapers, beginning at the Mission Valley News in 1981, then at the helm of the Ronan Pioneer and, eventually, as co-editor of the Lake County Leader until 1993. She launched and co-published Lively Times, a statewide arts and entertainment monthly, before returning to the Leader in 2022, and serving as its editor until July 2026. Reach her at [email protected]
ARTICLES BY KRISTI NIEMEYER
Incumbent Shelly Fyant faces Republican Charles Headley in HD 91 race
Incumbent Democrat Shelly Fyant is running for a second term in the House of Representatives against Charles Headley.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 DAYS AGO
The Ripple Effect: Poolside party raises more than $20,000 for aquatic center
The Ripple Effect, a fundraiser for Mission Valley Aquatics and Fitness in Polson, drew nearly 200 supporters to the poolside Saturday night for games, drinks, appetizers and auctions.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 DAYS AGO
House District 12 incumbent touts experience
Polson Republican Tracy Sharp, who represents House District 12 in the Montana Legislature, faces a challenge from Bigfork Democrat Cindy Bruckner.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 DAYS AGO
Polson Farmers Market takes break after productive season
“My body’s ready for a break, but it’s been a good year,” said Eric Gedenk between sales at the Ploughshare Farm stand. The organic farm in Moiese is a regular vendor at the Polson Farmers Market, which wrapped up for the season last Friday morning.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 DAYS AGO
What could possibly go wrong?
I, at a somewhat advanced age, recently married again. And from this experience, I have advice to share with other people considering nuptials.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 6 DAYS AGO
Campaign season revs up as general election nears
In case voters haven’t noticed the campaign signs sprouting across Lake County, election season is in full swing.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 6 DAYS AGO
Ceremonial dink celebrates groundbreaking for new Polson pickleball courts
Sparkling cider and champagne were on hand last Wednesday, Sept. 9, as a crowd of about 40 pickleball players gathered at O’Malley Park in Polson to celebrate the groundbreaking on three new courts with a ceremonial “first dink” over an improvised net.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 WEEKS AGO
Ceremonial "dink" celebrates groundbreaking for new Polson pickleball courts
Sparkling cider and champagne were on hand last Wednesday, Sept. 9, as a crowd of about 40 pickleball players gathered at O’Malley Park in Polson to celebrate the groundbreaking on three new courts with a ceremonial “first dink” over an improvised net.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO
One Crew, One Ship: Polson High starts year under one roof
The Polson High School theme this year, “One Crew, One Ship,” chosen by the incoming senior class, aptly reflects changes students and staff will see when school starts next week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
One Crew, One Ship: Polson High starts year under one roof
The Polson High School theme this year, “One Crew, One Ship,” chosen by the incoming senior class, aptly reflects changes students and staff will see when school starts next week.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
Mission Valley Aquatics and Fitness undergoes major facelift
Devoted swimmers were forced to find their swim fix in Flathead Lake this month while Mission Valley Aquatics and Fitness was closed for significant repairs and upgrades.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
Dozen area artists share work, process in annual studio tour
A dozen professional artists showcased their work and creative processes last weekend during the annual Artists of Polson Studio Tour.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
County officials, employees to receive 4% salary boost
The Lake County Commissioners unanimously approved a 4% salary increase Monday that applies to all elected officials as well as most county employees.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
Mission Valley Aquatics & Fitness undergoes major facelift
Devoted swimmers were forced to find their swim fix in Flathead Lake this month while Mission Valley Aquatics and Fitness was closed for significant repairs and upgrades.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
