Media reports that a Washington state lawmaker who has traveled throughout the west in recent years to meet with far right-wing extremist groups to organize anti-government (as in against the U.S. government) activities. He also participated in that infamous act of domestic terrorism at the Malheur…
Whew! We made it through 2019. We all have about a week of respite to sit back, relax, reflect and rest until we’re hit in the face with all that 2020 will offer: the impeachment trial of President Trump in the Senate, primaries to determine…
About this time of year, mainly appearing during the national and religious holidays in which most Americans participate to one degree or another, are the recognized blessings and statements of thanks we express to voice our appreciations for where we are and what’s happening with…
As the year comes to an end, I wanted to take some time to remind you of some of the new legislation going into effect on January 1, 2020. Don’t forget to bring your reusable bags to the grocery or department store, unless you want…
This week, some friends and I put our heads together to create a Christmas wish list for Keizer. Many of these are food-centric but hey — we like to eat. Here is the list, in not-so-catchy holiday song format: On the first day of Christmas,…
The “Our diversity is our strength!” Party is starting to look rather monochromatic in its upper echelons these days. The four leading candidates for its presidential nomination —Joe Biden, Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders and Pete Buttigieg—are all white. The six candidates who have qualified for…
During the holidays organizations in the area kick into high gear with their food basket delivery programs to households in need. That includes the Keizer Chamber of Commerce’s Keizer Network of Women (KNOW), the Keizer Elks Club and Marion County Fire District #1. The names…
Many among us get together with relatives for the holidays. My wife and I are no exception. It usually means that during and between food courses we delve into current events. One of our recent guests, during a conversation about homelessness, commented that those tents full of…
Readers responded to the Keizertimes article about how In-N-Out and the city will deal with expected traffic when the restaurant opens in Keizer Station (‘Double-Double’ traffic will snake through stadium lot, Dec. 6). Here are some of the selected comments: Definitely not worth the wait…