West Side Newspaper Staff

By Angela Wrahtz, President, Wild Over Watercolor-Guild of Artists, For The West Side Newspaper Each August, the Keizer Art Association Gallery hosts one of its most anticipated exhibitions of the year  — the Wild Over Watercolor Annual Group Show. This colorful and inspiring exhibition brings together some of Oregon’s

By Destree Thompson, for The West Side Newspaper In a culture that often prizes productivity over presence, many adults quietly lose touch with their creativity. They may not think of themselves as artists, but they miss making things simply for the joy of it. They stop writing, painting, singing, gardening,

By Jennifer Halley, the West Side Newspaper Downtown Salem is finally getting a grocery store.  El Torito Supermarket will move into the former Rite Aid Building at 435 Liberty St N.E. Once opened, it will serve as the only full-service grocery store for at least a mile in

Project to Fortify Center Street Bridge Against Magnitude 9.0 Quake Will Take Years By Dan Shryock, The West Side Newspaper Get ready, West Salem. Crossing the Center Street Bridge is going to get very difficult. That’s the clear message from the Oregon Department of Transportation before work begins

By Julie Oakes, The West Side Newspaper Car lovers got an eyeful of polished paint and sparkling chrome at the 6th annual HART Horsepower Classic Car Show July 11 in West Salem. About 70 cars were on display, including the Best in Show winner – a stunning 1947 Buick Super convertible

By Valeria Luukinen, For The West Side Newspaper  SREA is a group of former teachers and community members who wish to honor outstanding graduates each year; in 2027, teachers who support our literacy theme will be honored.  SREA financial support comes from membership, the Scholars' Luncheon, Bunco, auction items,