In an effort to become more inclusive, Salem’s Gilbert House Children’s Museum will begin constructing an updated and modernized Outdoor Discovery Play Area this year. The construction will close that section of the museum to the public until sometime in April, 2023. Other areas of the museum will remain open[Read More…]
NEWS BRIEF
KPD announces KeizerFEST Parade road closures
Road closures along River Road for the KeizerFEST Parade will begin at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 13. Lockhaven Drive between River Road N and McClure Street N will be closed to all traffic for the parade staging area. Parade entries must take Chemawa Road N to Windsor Island Road[Read More…]
Willow Lake issues advisory to avoid parts of the Willamette River
The City of Salem operates the Willow Lake Water Pollution Control Facility located on Windsor Island Road in Keizer. On Aug. 3, they reported a higher-than-normal level of E. coli bacteria in their Willamette River discharge and have issued an advisory for people to avoid the river between Spongs Landing[Read More…]
Oregon drivers can pump their own gas during heatwave, says Governor
In an effort to help gas station attendants throughout the state, Governor Kate Brown announced July 27 that Oregon drivers will be allowed to pump their own gas while the current heatwave makes it unhealthy for people to remain outside working for long durations without breaks or water. Initially Brown[Read More…]
Tax deadline looming
The deadline to file state and federal taxes is Monday, May 17. In March, the U.S. Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service announced that the deadline to file taxes would be extended, the Oregon Department of Revenue extended state filing deadlines shortly thereafter. Penalties, interest and additions to tax will[Read More…]
Sandwich shop will donate to veterans
Firehouse Subs, including its Keizer Station location will dedicate 100% of in-restaurant donations the week of Veterans Day to the nation’s military veterans through its non-profit, Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. Donations will be accepted Monday, Nov. 9 through Sunday, November 15. The fundraising initiative, now in its fourth year, will[Read More…]
Free bike repair at Keizer Church of Christ set for Sept.
Students: Check out Elks scholarships
Keizer Elks Lodge #2472 recently announced that the Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Contest is available to high school seniors who are United States citizens. Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks. Applicants are judged on academics, leadership, service and financial need. The application is[Read More…]
Free bike repair at Keizer Church of Christ
A free bike repair by the NW Hub will be held in the Kennedy Neighborhood at the Keizer Church of Christ, 5405 Ridge Dr N.E on Friday, August 7 and Friday, August 21 from 2 to 4 p.m. The City of Keizer Traffic, Bike and Pedestrian committee will be offering[Read More…]
ServeFest returns Aug. 25
Lakepoint Community Church’s annual ServeFest is switching days and locations this year. On Saturday, Aug. 25, members of the church and partnering organizations will mobilize at Claggett Creek Middle School to provide a host of free services from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is open to the public.[Read More…]