Susan G. Komen's Race for the Cure

This years event was better than expected as thousand of people turned out for the Race. Seventy-five percent or more of the money raised from this event stays here in the northwest. Multiple events took place this month to support the breast cancer awareness and research. Some of the events were Sleep for the Cure, Drive for the cure, and of course Race for the Cure. Many survivors of the cancer turned out for the events. It seemed that all were pleased with the result of the events outcome.Comment at the link below.

Airport Drill

Airport drill has brought out Salem's police, fire, and medics. A practice run to see how a situation at McNary Field would be handled. Turner Fire Department as well as other jurisdictions were called out for the training. The training is being maned by members of the community and members of the drama team from various schools. Salem police called in C.I.S. to investigate and process the scene. Comment at the link below.

Grand Opening for American Payroll

Keizer chamber members came out to welcome one of Keizer's newest business members. American Payroll entered it's new office on August 1st and had their grand opening today at 4:30 p.m.
American Payroll Corporation has been in business since 1994. Their new office is located at 146 Chemawa N. in Keizer. They can be reached by phone at 503-391-6593 or their website http://www.american-payroll.com/. The office is located in the middle of Baker Square two doors away from Keizertimes. They are a replant from West Salem. Their new office is more than double the old office's size.
Merissa will greet you as you enter and get you headed in the right directing as there is more then one office sharing the space. This site houses American payroll, Robert A. Evans tax and finance, and Balanced Books bookkeeping service. Sandy is American Payroll's Customer Service Rep. She is looking for more companies who need time to do their job and not their payroll. Mary is hiding in the back of the office with Balanced Books bookkeeping services. Comment at the link below.

Susan G.Komen Race for the Cure

It is that time again, the 16th annual Portland Race. This is the largest Race for the Cure event on the West Coast. Portland's race is the fourth largest in the country. Last year they raised $2.63 Million+, The most ever in Portland. To be a runner in the race register online by September 20th. at: www.komenoregon.org. If you can't do the race and want to be a prat of the event check out Sleep In for the Cure.
Sleep In for the Cure is a great option for anyone who is out of town, too tired to make it down to Race, or simply has other commitments; but still wants to support the cause. Sleep In is another way you can show your support for Komen without actually making it to the Race. Individual participants who register for Sleep In for the Cure will be mailed an official Race T-shirt and commemorative pin following the Race. Team members who register for the Sleep In will receive their shirt via their team captain. As a Sleep In for the Cure participate, you can still contribute to the donation program and earn prizes for your fundraising efforts. some 80+ sponsors are helping make this event possible. Comment at the link below.

Salem-Keizer Transit is Changing

Salem-Keizer Transit is holding the second meeting the dialogue about the site selection of two new transit centers. One of the new transit centers is planned for the city of Keizer. Your input is needed to help Salem-Keizer Transit identify an appropriate site for this transit center that will match the needs of your community. The meeting is to be held at McNary High School, 595 Chemawa Rd., Keizer, OR. The meeting will be held on September 18th. at 7:00-8:30p.m. This meeting will: Review the project goals and objectives; Share information about transit center design elements and functional requirements; Collect ideas and input for the evaluation criteria. For more information visit their project website at: www.cherriots.org. Comment at the link below.

2007 D.A.R.E. SPONSORS

1. Mid-Valley Garbage & Recycling Association 5,000
2. McDonald’s of Salem and Keizer 5,000
3. Wal-Mart 2,625
4. A.F.S.C.M.E. Local 2067 2,000
5. The family of Cody Hubert 1,100
6. Farmers Insurance 1,000
7. Panther Printing 1,000
8. Brice’s Restaurant 500
9. Optimist Club of Salem 300
10. Robert T. Evans 200
11. Delbara D. Bower 150
12. Maxine Bartruff 50
$ 18,925
Donations for the D.A.R.E. program are tax deductible under IRC Section 170 (c)
(1). Want more information? Do you want to become a sponsor? Know someone
else who does? Please call me at (503) 589-2001 ext. 11252.
The Mid-Valley Garbage and Recycling Association invite you to recycle for a good
cause. Look for the bright red containers located at schools and businesses
throughout the greater Salem area. The vivid containers are visible to the public with
large signs that read "DARE to Recycle". Proceeds from your recycling are donated to
the D.A.R.E. Program to purchase DARE t-shirts and supplies for students.
D..A..R..E.. CONTAINER LOCATIONS
MAGAZINES & NEWSPAPER ONLY
1. Crossler Middle School 1155 Davis Road S.
2. Englewood Elementary 1132 19th St NE
3. Highland Elementary 530 Highland St NE
4. Hoover Elementary 1104 Savage Rd NE
5. Houck Middle School 1155 Connecticut St SE
6. Howard St. Charter School 710 Howard St SE
7. Judson Middle School 4512 Jones Rd SE
8. Leslie Middle School 3850 Pringle Rd SE
9. McKinley Elementary 466 McGilchrist St SE
10. Morningside Elementary 3513 12th St SE
11. Myers Elementary 2160 Jewel NW
12. North Salem High School 765 14th St NE
13. Parrish Middle School 802 Capitol St NE
14. Stephens Middle School 4962 Hayesville Dr NE
15. Whitaker Middle School 1605 Lockhaven Dr NE
16. Safeway 3285 Commercial St SE
17. Boys & Girls Club 4445 Market St NE. Comment at the link below.

A.F.S.C.M.E. Donates $2,000 to D.A.R.E.

The American Federation of State, County, and Municipal
Employees (A.F.S.C.M.E.) Local 2067 made a $2,000 donation to
the Salem Police Department’s D.A.R.E. Program. D.A.R.E. stands
for Drug Abuse Resistance Education. This research based and
proven effective program is offered to every elementary school in
Salem. We teach over 2,000 new students every year. This
generous donation will cover the cost of every new workbook for our
students this school year. Thank you for your generous support! Comment at the link below.

McDonald’s Nominated for Sponsor of the Year!

The Salem Police Department recently nominated McDonald’s of Salem
and Keizer as the 2007 D.A.R.E. Sponsor of the Year for the State of
Oregon. McDonald’s is a long time sponsor of the D.A.R.E. program.
They are committed to helping kids make healthy choices and stay
safe. The Salem Police Department, in cooperation with the Salem-
Keizer School District, teaches D.A.R.E. to fifth grade students.
Donations to this valuable program cover the cost of all materials and
supplies that go directly into the hands of students. Donations from
McDonald’s, including this years’ pledge, total over $36,000!
Nominations for awards are sent to the Oregon D.A.R.E. Officers
Association for consideration. Comment at the link below.

Anytime Fitness of Keizer is hosting a Keizer Food Bank Benefit Raffle

Anytime Fitness of Keizer is hosting a Keizer Food Bank Benefit Raffle, with three prize packages valued at more than $700 each, Saturday, Sept 8. Tickets for the raffle go on sale Monday Sept. 3 only at the Keizer location, 5065 River Road N. Cost is $5 per ticket or three tickets for $10.
All raffle proceeds benefit the Keizer Community Food Bank, which provides supplementary food boxes to local families in need. Tickets can also be purchased during the Anytime Fitness open house from noon to 4 p.m. Visitors who sign up for a membership will receive three free entries in the raffle and Anytime Fitness will donate $10 to the food bank. Free hamburgers, hot dogs and water will be supplied by Roth's. Entrants do not need to be present to win. Prizes include a one-year membership to Anytime Fitness and two sessions with a Sole Source personal trainer, a six-month membership to Anytime Fitness, an exam and bleaching at Smile Care, a treatment at Back to Health, massages from Massage Envy and Natural Recovery Massage, a one-night stay at the Wittenberg Inn, a table-top grill from True Value, a Colibri pen from Boucher's Jewelers, dinners at Hometown Buffet courtesy of Excel Marketing & Promotions, a "300" theatrical movie poster from Tony's Kingdom of Comics, and Hollywood Video. Additional services provided by Pronto Signs and Lazerquick. For more info rmation call Maurice at 503-393-2998. Comment at the link below.