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14
Aug
Salem-Keizer Could Close Up to 8 Elementary Schools: Here’s What Families Need to Know

Salem-Keizer Could Close Up to 8 Elementary Schools: Here’s What Families Need to Know

Salem-Keizer Public Schools is considering closing up to eight elementary schools beginning with the 2027–28 school year, but
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12
Aug
Clink! and Cozy Taberna Are Joining Forces: What This Means for Salem’s Food Scene

Clink! and Cozy Taberna Are Joining Forces: What This Means for Salem’s Food Scene

Two of Salem’s most talked-about restaurants are joining forces. Here’s what the Clink! and Cozy Taberna merger could mean for diners, downtown Salem, and the city’s growing culinary scene.
3 min read
10
Aug
Will Mortgage Rates Go Down? Here’s What the Federal Reserve’s Latest Decision Really Means for Home Buyers

Will Mortgage Rates Go Down? Here’s What the Federal Reserve’s Latest Decision Really Means for Home Buyers

The Federal Reserve doesn’t directly control mortgage rates. Here’s what actually drives home loan rates, why waiting could cost buyers more, and what homebuyers in Salem and Keizer should know.
4 min read
29
Jul
New Keizer Residential Development Moves Forward: What It Means for Homeowners, Buyers & the Communit

New Keizer Residential Development Moves Forward: What It Means for Homeowners, Buyers & the Communit

Is Keizer building more homes? Yes. A new residential development is moving forward in Keizer. While some neighboring residents expressed
4 min read
27
Jul
1510 Alder Dr NE, Keizer, OR: An Investor's Dream with Endless Value-Add Potential

1510 Alder Dr NE, Keizer, OR: An Investor's Dream with Endless Value-Add Potential

Looking for an investment property in Keizer with multiple exit strategies? 1510 Alder Dr NE offers an exciting opportunity for
4 min read
24
Jul
Is Trader Joe's Coming to Keizer, Oregon? Here's What We Know So Far (2026 Update)

Is Trader Joe's Coming to Keizer, Oregon? Here's What We Know So Far (2026 Update)

Trader Joe's is coming to Keizer! Learn what we know about the new Keizer Station location, the proposed site, and when it may open.
4 min read
22
Jul
Should You Buy a Home Before School Starts in Salem-Keizer? Here's What You Need to Know

Should You Buy a Home Before School Starts in Salem-Keizer? Here's What You Need to Know

Should you buy a home before school starts in Salem or Keizer? For many buyers, the answer is yes. Purchasing
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20
Jul
Capital City Live 2026: Enjoy an Unforgettable Concert While Supporting Family Building Blocks

Capital City Live 2026: Enjoy an Unforgettable Concert While Supporting Family Building Blocks

Looking for a great summer concert in Salem that also gives back to the community? Capital City Live is more
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17
Jul
Ultimate Guide to the Marion County Fair 2026: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

Ultimate Guide to the Marion County Fair 2026: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

Planning to attend the Marion County Fair 2026? Discover fair dates, attractions, food, entertainment, parking tips, and everything you need to know before you go.
4 min read
15
Jul
678 Menlo Dr N, Keizer, OR 97303: Move-In Ready Home Near Keizer Station & Keizer Rapids Park

678 Menlo Dr N, Keizer, OR 97303: Move-In Ready Home Near Keizer Station & Keizer Rapids Park

Tour 678 Menlo Dr N in Keizer, Oregon. This move-in ready home features hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, a spacious backyard, and a new roof with an acceptable offer.
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