Lyra Fontaine

Lyra Fontaine is a writer who enjoys telling stories that inform and empower communities. A proud Minneapolis native, she now calls Seattle home. She is a former reporter for the Cannon Beach Gazette in Oregon, where she covered everything from city government to stranded whales.
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Little Saigon community wants greater input on planned homeless center

by Lyra Fontaine
Little Saigon community leaders say Seattle is pushing through the planned Navigation Center, which would provide services for the homeless.
Mar 9, 2017

Seattle Womxn’s March emphasis is beyond women’s rights

by Lyra Fontaine
Seattle marched for many issues, including black lives, immigrants and refugees, disabilities, reproductive rights, the environment and diversity.
Jan 22, 2017