Author: Keizertimes Staff

Mayor Clark announces reelection bid

Mayor Cathy Clark In a statement to the Keizertimes May 17, Mayor Cathy Clark announced that she will seek reelection in November. “Keizer’s resiliency and strong community ethic has gotten us through a very difficult two years. Moving forward, we have new opportunities for Keizer to thrive as the home of pride,[Read More…]

Police calls May 1 – May 8

Sunday, May 1 7 p.m. – Theft from motor vehicle in the 1000 block of Troy Street NE. Monday, May 2 12:14 a.m. – Criminal mischief in the 1000 block of Meadowlark Drive NE. 6:02 a.m. – Criminal mischief in the 1000 block of Meadowlark Drive NE. 4:03 p.m. –[Read More…]

Mayor holds annual prayer breakfast at city hall

Mayor’s Class of 2022 prayer breakfast speakers. Back row, left to right: Pastor Boris Alfaro from Comunidad Christiana Renuvo, Paco Rosas from Servicemaster, City Councilor Dan Kohler, Tim Davis of The Rec and Valor Mentoring, Jim Lyman from the Oregon National Guard (retired), Rabbi Avrohom Perlstein of Chabad Salem, Jason[Read More…]

Scuttlebut takes first in Chihuaha 500

The KBZY Radio Chihuahua 500 Race was held Saturday, May 6, at Los Dos Hermanos restaurant in Keizer, raising money for Woods Creek Rescue in Silverton. Eight dogs were in the race. “Scuttlebut,” above, came in first place – followed by “Nacho” and “Patron.” The first-ever event was sponsored by[Read More…]

Police calls Apr. 24 – Apr. 29

Sunday, April 24 12:22 a.m. – Arrest for driving under the influence of intoxicants in the 1000 block of McGee Court NE. 1:30 a.m. – Burglary in the 4000 block of River Road N. 3 a.m. – Theft from motor vehicle in the 4000 block of 13th Avenue NE. 3:20[Read More…]

Bike skills fair is May 14, not May 19

Keizer’s Traffic Safety, Bikeways and Pedestrian Committee is hosting a bike skills fair at city hall on May 14 from 1-3 p.m. Committee member Hersch Sangster, who is coordinating the event, says it’s open to kids of all ages. “ODOT is supposed to have a booth, as well as Safe Routes[Read More…]

Homeless man’s life honored in ceremony

Ron Smith, who befriended Sunny last Easter, performed two songs for guests at the celebration of life ceremony. More than 20 people attended Sunny’s celebration of life ceremony held last Saturday, April 30, at the Eagles Club in Keizer. According to his brother Gary Chorre, who attended the ceremony, Sunny’s[Read More…]