City seeks volunteers for array of committees
The city of Keizer is seeking volunteers to serve on city committees. Three people are needed for the Keizer Planning Commission and three for the Keizer Public Arts Commission.
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Hopeful at start, Thatcher sees progress lacking at session’s end
The state senator from Keizer saw little progress this session on accountability measures and those that make life affordable for families and businesses.
Keizer Juneteenth proclamation stirs city controversy
Officials are looking at some changes after a proclamation presentation veered into criticism of council actions and stirred controversy.
Company donates generator to McNary band after thievery
Justin Miller was on vacation when he learned about the McNary Band Booster’s generator, stolen from its firework stand on River Road. Miller, a longtime Keizer resident, saw a post about the thievery on Facebook. A father of a recent McNary High School graduate and…
Keizer police ace accreditation review
Reviewers found no violations in examining 110 standards including use of force. The review, mandated by state law, should give the public confidence in its police department, said Chief Andrew Copeland.
Mannix looks back on tumultous session that left roads at risk
State Rep. Kevin Mannix, whose district covers Keizer and part of Salem, says a special session is needed to hone a sensible solution to the transportation funding impasse.
A SLICE OF KEIZER LIFE: Longtime pizza parlor will serve last pie
A mainstay of life in Keizer is closing at the end of July. JC's Pizzaria has been the scene for countless family gatherings, Little League team feasts and more.
Keizer crews get early deployments for wildfires
Wildfire season has hit Oregon and Keizer crews have already been called to action. By July 1, the Keizer Fire District already deployed crews to assist on three wildfires in Oregon. The first was in early June, when two Keizer firefighters were sent to fight…
Claggett Creek to get boardwalk as part of wetlands restoration
A new boardwalk will allow pedestrians to stroll along a prime Keizer wetland when finished. The path will stretch from Northeast Chemawa Road to Dearborn Avenue, below the Verda Crossing Apartments. The site encompasses a six-acre floodplain bordering Claggett Creek Park. The city Public Works…