Weapons detection systems installed in Whiteaker, soon Claggett Creek
Whiteaker Middle School began using weapons detectors this week. Claggett Creek is planned to receive them in March.
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Keizer middle schools see uptick in enrollment, others decline
Student enrollment generally continues to decline in local schools.
McNary student awarded scholarship for community service
A McNary senior earned a $1,000 scholarship from the Keizer Chamber of Commerce for community service.
Local leaders urge legislators to back new public safety building
Keizer's legislators are urging approval of $778,000 in state funds to buy land and start design of the new facility, a joint effort of the Keizer Fire District and Marion County Fire District 1.
Keizer residents weigh in on proposed park pavilion
Opinions were divided as citizens spoke Monday about the idea of adding a pavilion to Keizer Rapids Park. The city would need to amend the park's formal plan to open the way for such a structure.
Judge dismisses Marion County’s lawsuit over ICE subpoenas
The lawsuit stemmed from five administrative immigration subpoenas U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement sent to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office in August 2025.
‘State of the District’ event about schools open to the public
Next week, a Salem-Keizer State of the District event will give community members an overview of the district's programs and progress towards goals.
Keizer city panel favors fee hike – not levy – to pay for police
A Keizer city task force has concluded that increasing a monthly fee is the best way to raise money to cover policing costs. The panel rejected the idea of a property tax levy. Two members want voters to have a say on the fee increase.
State data shows decreases in McNary graduation rate
McNary High School's graduation rate continued a downward trend last year.