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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
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 0 MINUTES 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 6 DAYS, 11 HOURS 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.
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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 WEEK, 6 DAYS 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.
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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 3 WEEKS, 6 DAYS 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.
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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 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 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 AGO
Former Ronan mayor appointed county commissioner
Former Ronan Mayor Chris Adler has had his eye on serving as county commissioner for the past few years. On Monday, that goal took a sizable step toward reality when commissioners Bill Barron and Gail Decker appointed Adler to fill the remaining two years left in Steve Stanley’s term after …
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
Much Ado About Shakespeare: Traveling troupe performs in Polson, Charlo
As the sun began its westward slant, a crowd of about 400 people gathered on the hillside above the Flathead River, facing the new stage at the Polson Fairgrounds amphitheater – all eager for an annual dose of The Bard, courtesy of Montana Shakespeare in the Parks.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
New Ronan superintendent: 'Our best days are still ahead'
Ronan’s new superintendent, Sandra Beal, bounds to her office door like an athlete – or an Alaska fisherman. She’s been both, and brings that same seemingly boundless energy to her new job of helming School District 30.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
