Order up! Chicken finger restaurant coming to Keizer
If the land use is approved, a site near the Keizer Transit Center would become home to a new Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers outlet.
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Celt girl wrestler claims 100th victory on mats, credits conditioning, practice
Wrestler McKenna Unger took down a foe in just 11 seconds on Feb. 6, a victory that propelled her to 100 mark as a McNary wrestler.
Police justified in deadly shooting of burglary suspect at Keizer apartment
Police officers were justified in using deadly force against an armed burglary suspect in Keizer on Jan. 22, 2025. A Marion County grand jury determined two Salem police officers had no choice but to shoot Shawn L. Baker. A video compilation captures key moments of the event.
Citizens take Keizer councilors to task for questioning city engagement committee
The future of the city Community Diversity Engagement Committee generated citizen testimony and remarks by Keizer city councilors at a recent meeting of the Keizer City Council. The council created the committee in 2021.
Developer considers buying city land for project at entry to Keizer Station
Long-vacant acreage on Northeast Lockhaven Drive at Keizer Station could be turned into a retail center. A developer is considering a $4.5 million deal to buy the city land.
New league, new coach: McNary moves on with gridiron reset
The Celts will move to OSAA's 5A classification, as a new coach Josh Riddell brings his talents to the McNary football program.
City picks up Bailey Road land south of Keizer Civic Center
For now, the property and building will come in handy as needed storage space.
Volunteering: It’s a way of life for Keizer’s new First Citizen
From softball to schools to city business, Marlene Parsons likes to get things done. That energetic involvement in the community recently won her the Keizer First Citizen award.
Power Play: Keizer council tweaks rules, mayor loses appointment role
Keizer city councilors and Mayor Cathy Clark found themselves on opposite sides during a recent review of council procedures and policies.
Man facing burglary charge dies in police shooting in Keizer
A Keizer man who died in a police shooting on Wednesday, Jan. 22, was wanted for absconding from post-prison supervision, authorities said. Shawn L. Baker, 42, also faced a warrant for skipping a court appearance on a pending burglary charge.