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Federal judge will decide future of Oregon’s new package recycling law by end of August
On the fifth and final day of a weeklong trial between the wholesale distribution industry and the state, recycling experts poked holes in each other’s research.

Police raid 3 Keizer spas, investigating prostitution, human trafficking
Keizer police, with help from other agencies, are investigating three massage parlors in Keizer for prostitution and human trafficking. Police teams searched the Keizer businesses on Monday, July 13.

Pentacle Theatre event will announce 2027 show lineup
Salem’s Pentacle Theatre will announce upcoming plays during a program this Friday and Saturday, July 24-25.

Shredding and e-waste event coming to Keizer
Keizerites can shred documents and dispose of TVs, monitors and other electronics for free during an upcoming event. The event will be held between 8 a.m. and noon on Saturday, July 25. It will take place at Keizer City Hall, at 930 Chemawa Road N.E. It is a joint effort between the City of Keizer,…

Keizer man found dead, police seeking wife who may be in Washington
Police say the woman was believed to be driving a Ford Explorer that was seen in Keizer Thursday, July 16, and then the next day in Washington state.

Controversial Oregon animal rights petition might not have enough valid signatures to make ballot
After failing the first signature verification process, Initiative Petition 28 could still reach the ballot if it clears a second, larger review.

Commentary: Oregon elections are plenty secure
Republican Secretary of State Dennis Richardson looked for fraud. He found Oregon’s system works well and cleanly.

Carnival runs through Sunday in Keizer
This weekend people can find rides and games at a carnival in Keizer.

Letter to the Editor: Small commitment makes big impact in Reading Buddies program
In a letter to the editor, Leslie Risewick notes the benefits when volunteers step up to read with Keizer students.

Police department calls: Fireworks spark confrontation in Keizer neighborhood
POLICE SCANNER: Information is provided by the Keizer Police Department. The agency has removed specific addresses to protect privacy.

Keizer City Council delays talks on turf field management, approves fee hikes
The City Council is considering new management for the artificial turf fields at Keizer Rapids Park. It delayed discussion on contracting with the Florida-based company that currently manages the Keizer Little League Park after initial financial projections submitted by the company.

Letter to the Editor:Dry, hot weather is taking toll on Keizer's trees
In a letter to the editor, Keizer resident Jim Parr writes about the long-term effects of a drier climate.

‘Staggering’: Congresswoman meets with state agency as Oregon confronts SNAP cuts
Food resources in the area are already seeing an increase in demand following cuts to Oregon’s SNAP program.

State Senate candidate Tracy Cramer speaking in Keizer July 16
Tracy Cramer, a Gervais resident who is running for the Oregon Senate District 11 seat, will speak in Keizer on Thursday, July 16.

Summer concerts start July 18 at Keizer park
Seven weeks of summer concerts in Keizer Rapids Park begin Saturday, July 18, with Portland-based band Glitterfox.

Keizer mother charged with attempted murder released on bail
Chardonnay M. Benavidez, 32, was ordered by Marion Circuit Judge Courtland Geyer to live at a West Salem home in the custody of another individual.

Commentary: As the feds pull back, Oregon expands its antitrust actions
In a Capital Chronicle column, political observer Randy Stapilus says the Democratic argument writes itself: The Trump administration won’t do anything meaningful about prices, so we will.

‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ comes to Keizer
A popular William Shakespeare play will be performed in Keizer over July 16-18.

Keizer council asks to tweak policing fee schedule, with big hikes coming for businesses
The council approved a two-step increase in policing fees to cover rising costs and rebalance the burden for residential and commercial payers.

Crowd gathers to mark new status for Keizer Community Library
More than 100 people gathered in the patio behind the Keizer Community Library on July 7, to celebrate the library’s recent recognition as a public library.

Carbon monoxide prompts Keizer store closure July 9
Keizer’s Waremart location closed on Thursday, July 9 after carbon monoxide was found in the air. The store was open again on Friday.





