Willamette Valley Navy Week kicked off in Keizer on Wednesday, Sept. 27, at the Keizer Conference Center with a proclamation and flag presentation.
Author: Lyndon Zaitz
The final Egan leaving the garden
The land on River Road north of Keizer was first settled by members of the Egan family in the 19th century. In 1951 a descendant opened a greenhouse business on the site. Thirty-one years later Ellen Egan joined her father in the business. Now it is being sold.
Council decides on event permits
The Keizer City Council gave final approval to an ordinance that will regulate the permitting process for parades, special events and street closures for block parties.
Copeland promoted to succeed Teague
Lt. Andrew Copeland has been promoted to Keizer Police Chief, to succeed John Teague, the city of Keizer announced Wednesday, Sept. 13.
Police Chief John Teague retiring after 10 years
Chief John Teague is retiring on Sept. 30, closing out a 34 year law enforcement career.
Lady of the House
After eight months in office, Congresswoman Andrea Salinas has found her rhythm. She shares a townhouse with two other congresswomen. She runs from committee meeting to committee meeting, fits in caucus meetings and attends campaign fundraisers.
Salinas addresses many topics at Town Hall
Congresswoman Andrea Salinas held a Town Hall in Keizer as part of a tour of her Sixth District.
ServeFEST 2023
About 2,000 people attended Servefest 2023, hosted by Lakepoint Community Church, held at the Keizer Civic Center on Sunday, Aug. 27.
JFK finishes out summer of 2023
JFK performed at the last scheduled concert of summer 2023 at the Keizer Rotary Amphitheater at Keizer Rapids Park on Saturday, Aug. 26.
Thatcher among DQed legislators
State Sen. Kim Thatcher, R-Keizer, can’t seek reelection in 2026 based on a decision by Secretary of State La Vonne Griffin-Valade announced Tuesday, Aug. 8.