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One of the more unusual stories developed in Keizer in recent days, when a private group orchestrated its own sting. The folks in this operation, based in Texas, target what they see as child predators.

Police made two arrests, but information is scarce about the Keizer man arrested. He was booked into jail, released, and now Marion County District Attorney Paige Clarkson and her staff are staying mum about the case. Usually, prosecutors file formal charges soon after a police arrest.

That’s not the case here, and Clarkson’s office has offered no explanation.

Coincidentally, the New York Times on Thursday published a detailed story about such vigilante operations across the country.

Keizertimes will continue to press for an explanation for why this criminal case has taken what appears to be an unusual twist. We’ll keep you posted.

If you have story ideas, suggestions, questions or even concerns, reach out. Send a note to Editor Les Zaitz (publisher@keizertimes).

Meantime, here’s recent news from your local Keizertimes team and our other colleagues.

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Legislators to take up funding request for new Keizer station 
Keizer’s state representative is pushing a funding request of nearly $800,000 before the Legislature to start work on a new public safety building in the Keizer area. The Keizer Fire…
11 Feb 2026
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Legislators to take up funding request for new Keizer station 
Keizer’s state representative is pushing a funding request of nearly $800,000 before the Legislature to start work on a new public safety building in the Keizer area. The Keizer Fire…
11 Feb 2026
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Keizer will join in Feb. 14 statehood celebration at Capitol
The Keizer Heritage Museum will offer exhibits and more at “Oregon’s Anniversary of Statehood” on Feb. 14 at the Oregon Capitol in Salem.
12 Feb 2026
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Keizer will join in Feb. 14 statehood celebration at Capitol
The Keizer Heritage Museum will offer exhibits and more at “Oregon’s Anniversary of Statehood” on Feb. 14 at the Oregon Capitol in Salem.
12 Feb 2026
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Wilco sees opportunity with expansion into Keizer
One retail chain’s disappointment in Keizer is providing an opportunity for another. Wilco, the Silverton-based farmers cooperative, this spring will take over the location that has been home since 2019…
12 Feb 2026
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Wilco sees opportunity with expansion into Keizer
One retail chain’s disappointment in Keizer is providing an opportunity for another. Wilco, the Silverton-based farmers cooperative, this spring will take over the location that has been home since 2019…
12 Feb 2026
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2 men shot at Keizer Station, delivery truck struck in later gunfire
Keizer Station was the scene of multiple shootings from late Monday, Feb. 9, into early Tuesday, Feb. 10. Two men were treated for gunshots and a delivery driver had to…
10 Feb 2026
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2 men shot at Keizer Station, delivery truck struck in later gunfire
Keizer Station was the scene of multiple shootings from late Monday, Feb. 9, into early Tuesday, Feb. 10. Two men were treated for gunshots and a delivery driver had to…
10 Feb 2026
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Keizer Chamber of Commerce hires Clem as new exec
Dan Clem comes to the post with years of experience in government and nonprofit leadership in the Salem area. He succeeds interim director Shaney Starr.
11 Feb 2026
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Keizer Chamber of Commerce hires Clem as new exec
Dan Clem comes to the post with years of experience in government and nonprofit leadership in the Salem area. He succeeds interim director Shaney Starr.
11 Feb 2026
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Keizer Homegrown Theatre to perform ‘Love Letters’ over Valentine’s weekend
Keizerites can watch three local couples perform the play “Love Letters” this weekend in a live performance by Keizer Homegrown Theatre.
10 Feb 2026
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Keizer Homegrown Theatre to perform ‘Love Letters’ over Valentine’s weekend
Keizerites can watch three local couples perform the play “Love Letters” this weekend in a live performance by Keizer Homegrown Theatre.
10 Feb 2026
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Photo gallery: Gold Star Families Memorial dedicated in Keizer
Nearly 300 people gathered under rainy skies in Keizer on Feb. 7 to honor the memory of those lost in military service and the sacrifices of their Gold Star families.
10 Feb 2026
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Photo gallery: Gold Star Families Memorial dedicated in Keizer
Nearly 300 people gathered under rainy skies in Keizer on Feb. 7 to honor the memory of those lost in military service and the sacrifices of their Gold Star families.
10 Feb 2026
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SPECIAL REPORT: Reading a deepening challenge at Keizer Elementary
Keizer Elementary School students posted the largest decrease in state reading exam scores last year out of Keizer’s six elementary schools.
11 Feb 2026
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SPECIAL REPORT: Reading a deepening challenge at Keizer Elementary
Keizer Elementary School students posted the largest decrease in state reading exam scores last year out of Keizer’s six elementary schools.
11 Feb 2026
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Salem panel focuses on causes, remedies for local students’ lagging reading skills
In a town hall held by Salem Reporter, educators parsed the problems contributing to low reading skills in Salem-Keizer students, and touched on the training changes in the works.
8 Feb 2026
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Salem panel focuses on causes, remedies for local students’ lagging reading skills
In a town hall held by Salem Reporter, educators parsed the problems contributing to low reading skills in Salem-Keizer students, and touched on the training changes in the works.
8 Feb 2026
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McNary wrestlers prepare for regional meets as dual season ends
SPORTS: Chayo Palomo wins 100th victory in South Salem wrestling match. District competition looms on Friday, Feb. 13.
10 Feb 2026
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McNary wrestlers prepare for regional meets as dual season ends
SPORTS: Chayo Palomo wins 100th victory in South Salem wrestling match. District competition looms on Friday, Feb. 13.
10 Feb 2026
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The latest: McNARY SPORTS SCORES AND SCHEDULES
Get the latest scores and the schedule for competition for McNary’s winter sports teams – basketball, wrestling and swimming.
10 Feb 2026
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The latest: McNARY SPORTS SCORES AND SCHEDULES
Get the latest scores and the schedule for competition for McNary’s winter sports teams – basketball, wrestling and swimming.
10 Feb 2026


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