Merkley town hall highlights frustrations with ICE, Trump administration
Residents flock to meeting, sharing anger over federal policies as the Oregon senator pledged he would continue pushing for reforms.
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Krista Kroiss is a general assignment reporter who covers Keizer schools, the Keizer Fire District, the local business community and local events. She is a 2023 graduate of the University of Oregon, did an internship with the East Oregonian in Pendleton and worked until mid-2025 as a reporter for the Wilsonville Spokesman.
Volunteering is a family tradition for Keizer’s new First Citizen
Longtime Keizer resident Joe Van Meter recalls growing up in a family that was very involved in its community and church. Van Meter, who was raised in Salem, said his parents participated in parent teacher organizations and his father served…
Keizer elementary schools to close for literacy training
Elementary schools in Keizer and Salem will close next week for staff training on literacy instruction.
Keizer Police retire K9, new one takes to streets
The Keizer Police Department retired K9 Max this month, and purchased a new police dog.
Chamber banquet honors Keizer volunteers for their service
Keizer residents and leaders gathered last weekend to honor community members for volunteer work.
McNary High School students to perform the musical “Chicago”
McNary High School students will stage performances of "Chicago" in the final two weekends of January.
Claggett Creek School principal cited as tops in Oregon
Robin Buckhingham, Claggett Creek Middle School principal, has been cited as the state's top middle school principal.
Van Meter named First Citizen, previous winners reflect on their award
Ahead of the Keizer Chamber of Commerce's annual awards banquet, Keizertimes spoke with four past First Citizens on the award.
Keizer library: ‘The Women’, ‘Pinkalicious at the Fair’ top readers’ picks for 2025
The Keizer Community Library has released a list of its most checked-out books for 2025. The top books, in total were “The Women” by Kristin Hannah, and “Pinkalicious at the Fair” by Victoria Kann. Each was checked out 14 times,…
January event to honor Keizer’s First Citizen, community members
Five community members will be recognized at the event.