Councilor says one term is enough
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[Keizertimes] - By JASON COX Before Councilor Mark Caillier made his decision not to seek re-election, he looked to his past four years or so to see if he wanted to make that kind of commitment again. He's kept every email he ever got and meticulously notes every
Crashing car was inches from tragedy
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[Keizertimes] - (Courtesy Keizer Fire District) By JASON COX A Keizer man was hospitalized after a car accident on Sunday, May 27, that could have been much worse than it was. Police said Wilbur Bluhm, 85, was driving northbound on River Road at about 12:39 pm when he
Back to the drawing board
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[Keizertimes] - By JASON COX While on a drive in rural Kansas – he thinks he was somewhere near Platt – Keizer's city manager came upon one of the hundreds of painted water towers that dot the midwestern landscape. It said: “'If you're reading this, you're lost.
Positive attitude keeps singer in the game
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[Keizertimes] - (KEIZERTIMES/Jason Cox) By JASON COX A few months ago, Kyle Kuhns got to meet some of music's top stars. As soon as you hear the names Steven Tyler (of Aerosmith fame), Jennifer Lopez and Randy Jackson you know this was no ordinary meet-and-greet.
City: Walmart out of Keizer Station talks
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[Keizertimes] - By JASON COX By JASON COX While a grocery store may anchor Area C of Keizer Station, it's looking like Walmart won't be the one. Walmart has notified developer Alan Roodhouse in writing that they are no longer participating in the Area C project
Cause of shop fire on Dixon St. still uncertain
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[Keizertimes] - (KEIZERTIMES/Jason Cox) By JASON COX Fire crews responded to a shop fire behind a home at Dixon Street NE Monday afternoon. The homeowner, Richard DeVilliers, was making a salad in his kitchen when he caught a glimpse of smoke out his window.
Celts test pedal mettle at car contest
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[Keizertimes] - (KEIZERTIMES/Jason Cox) By JASON COX Two McNary High School seniors are putting their hard-won automotive knowledge to the test this weekend at the Ford AAA Student Auto Skills competition in Gresham. Edgar Jimenez and Trent Hari were practicing
McKane makes it known: He's running for mayor
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[Keizertimes] - By JASON COX McKane, whose second term as city councilor expires at the end of this year, joins incumbent Mayor Lore Christopher and first-term Councilor Joe Egli in the race. If he wins, he says he's going for one-and-done.
Schrader talks student loans, third bridge
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[Keizertimes] - Kurt Schrader, D–Canby stopped by a government class at McNary High School recently, and also chatted with Jason Cox of the Keizertimes: JC: What should students here at the high school going into college expect for student loan rates?
Pedestrian & bike lanes coming with Sunset Ave. work
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[Keizertimes] - By JASON COX A widening and resurfacing project on Sunset Avenue will go forward after a Keizer City Council vote Monday night. Public works staff had held a town hall recently to address public concerns, including a petition signed by several people
Teen smashes relative's truck into cement wall
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[Keizertimes] - (KEIZERTIMES/Jason Cox) By JASON COX A 16-year-old boy drove his grandfather's truck into a cement wall on Lockhaven Drive after drinking several beers early Saturday, May 5, police said. Police said the boy was driving the Ford F-250 westbound on
Cutting workload on committee work subject of Monday meeting
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[Keizertimes] - By JASON COX A handful of city committees could be consolidated as part of a move to cut costs and improve efficiency at city hall. Recommendations will be discussed at a 5:45 pm work session on Monday, May 14 at the Keizer Civic Center.
Business burglaries catch cops' attention
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[Keizertimes] - By JASON COX A string of business burglaries along Keizer's main commercial strip have a few traits in common, police said last week. • Society's Child Salon at River Road N. Chen's Dynasty at River Road N. and 911 Supply at River Road
Building a better big toy
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[Keizertimes] - By JASON COX A big toy at a west Keizer park is long past its prime, and a local neighborhood association is seeking to replace it. The West Keizer Neighborhood Association is looking to replace the older big toy at Willamette Manor Park with shiny
When Iris eyes are smiling
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[Keizertimes] - (KEIZERTIMES/Jason Cox) The Keizertimes published the Official Iris Festival Guide and mailed it to Keizer homes. You can also pick it up on the festival grounds. • The Valley Credit Service Iris Festival parade is at 10:30 am along River Road
Blaze in building behind east Keizer home
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[Keizertimes] - By JASON COX Fire crews responded to a shop blaze behind a home at Dixon Street NE Monday afternoon. Cause of the fire is not yet known. The homeowner, Richard DeVilliers, was making a salad in his kitchen when he caught a glimpse of smoke out his
Chemeketa director, former councilor Watson dies | Keizertimes
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By JASON COX Of the Keizertimes. Gerald “Jerry” Watson, a Keizer attorney, Chemeketa Community College board member and former city councilor, died Tuesday, Sept. 25, He was 67. Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday ...
Colleague, friend hailed as hero | Keizertimes
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Peter Young (KEIZERTIMES/Jason Cox). By JASON COX Of the Keizertimes. A Keizer man is being hailed as a hero after he found his friend to be in medical distress, very likely saving his life. Steve Stopa, 61, still faces a ...
Firefighters battle Cherry Avenue blaze | Keizertimes
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(Keizertimes/Jason Cox). A detached garage and truck were destroyed in a fire on Cherry Avenue Thursday afternoon. Witnesses said the fire at Cherry Avenue NE started in the garage, which was in flames when Keizer ...
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