Removing barriers: Keizer student resource closet seeks donations
Through a resource closet, a staff member at Keizer Elementary School aims to meet students' basic needs.
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Keizer mayor essay winner would combat trash, help homeless, families
Whiteaker eighth-grader Michelle Ashon-Imoroa pens a winning essay outlining goals to create safe places in Keizer for those in need.
Keizer volunteer firefighter strives to improve, recognized for efforts
Keizer's Volunteer Firefighter of the Year is motivated to improve himself, and enjoys the family he has found in the fire agency.
How are rising fuel prices impacting Keizer?
As fuel prices rise, some Keizer businesses, government and public safety agencies are noticing the impact.
Unprepared: The broken pipeline teaching Oregon’s teachers
While other states have pivoted to evidence-based instruction, Oregon’s educational gatekeepers—from the governor’s office to the legislature and university deans—have allowed a pipeline of inadequately trained teachers to flow into classrooms, leaving 3 out of 5 of the state’s third graders unable to read proficiently.
McNary students lose social media access at school
Students at McNary and other Salem-Keizer high schools can no longer use social media at school.
Rain scrubs opening play at upgraded Keizer Little League Park
A "tired" ball park in Keizer is getting attention from new managers as youth season is close to starting. The Keizer Little League Park also will host tournaments through the summer.
What to know from Keizer State of the City address
Mayor Cathy Clark gave a number-heavy update on the community in her State of the City speech, covering everything from employment figures to city spending.
Simonka Place renovation brings fresh look, more space for homeless women and families
A renovation that began last summer has added a child care space and private rooms for families at Simonka Place, the Union Gospel Mission’s shelter for women and children.