Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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Kern County election workers were busy outside the Tehachapi Library October 17 as Tehachapi residents arrived via foot, bicycle and auto to drop off their ballots. Voters had the choice to place their own ballot in the official election box or drive up and be greeted by an election worker curbside who then placed the ballot directly into the collection box, all without the voter having to exit their vehicle. Curbside drop off services will occur again from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday,...
Gallery 'N' Gifts November 6 First Friday will feature new works from our painters, photographers and our gourd artist. Come and enjoy a glass of wine and some beautiful new artwork, November 6, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Gallery, 100 W. Tehachapi Blvd....
On the Boulevard, an eclectic collection of affordable art, will be open again for First Friday, November 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. They will be featuring the photographic art of Sonja Bronson of Quail Ridge Studios in Bear Valley Springs. Bronson is known for her photographs of animals, horses and nature in general. Also on display will be other art objects, oils, ceramics and “Tramp” art. Items on display at the gallery adjacent to On the Boulevard antiques will be on display for three weeks. New...
Now that Kern County has allowed museums to open (with limitations) we are opening our doors to the public starting Saturday, November 7. For the time being we will be operating two days a week: Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Of course, conditions and directives can change, so the opening date is subject to change. We will be following State COVID guidelines to keep our visitors and volunteers safe. The following precautions will be taken: We will initially be limiting the maximum...
On February 20, the City of Tehachapi was awarded a $300,000 grant from the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) as part of their PSPS Program. The City of Tehachapi purchased two large backup generators that are trailer mounted. During the 2019 PSPS events in Tehachapi the city rented backup generators to make sure all essential services would be uninterrupted. "Once again the City of Tehachapi staff has scored major points in obtaining a $300,000 grant which they used...
There is no doubt that 2020 has been one heck of a year. For some there has been tragic loss of life or income. For others, it has just been a major pain in the you-know-what. No one seems to know what is happening from day to day let alone what will be going on next month. One thing we do know is that the holiday season is quickly approaching and that some still are not comfortable with going out and shopping amongst the masses. Online shopping seems to be a hit-or-miss proposition, what with...
Isn't it amazing when you can experience a lifelong dream? When I was in my early 20s, I loved looking in "Trade-A-Plane" for airplanes I couldn't afford in a million years; aircraft like P-51 Mustangs, F4U Corsairs and LearJets. There is a certain romance in dreaming and I have learned that it is a significant part of a happy life. When Al planned a trip for us to Clarksville, Tennessee in 1987, to look at a Lear 23 that was listed in "Trade-A-Plane" I didn't have a clue that he would actually...
Many images associated with Halloween feature a cloud-draped full moon in the background. Whether a witch is stirring her cauldron, bats are flying through the air or zombies are rising from a cemetery, a full moon is prominent in Halloween imagery. But just how common is a full moon on All Hallow’s Eve anyway? According to “The Farmer’s Almanac,” a Halloween full moon occurs only once every 18 to 19 years. Luckily for full moon lovers, they’ll get to witness two full moons in October 2020. The...
On October 13, the State announced that Kern County has moved from the Purple Tier (Tier 1) to the less restrictive Red Tier (Tier 2) on the State’s COVID-19 blueprint, effective immediately. The State’s framework allows counties moving from the Purple to Red Tier to reopen indoor operations at additional businesses and allows certain activities to resume, as long as appropriate protocols and protective measures are followed. The following businesses and activities are now allowed to resume with modifications: • Personal care services are a...
The Kern Environmental Education Program — better known as Camp KEEP — has been a rite of passage for Kern’s 5th and 6th grade students for more than 50 years. In a normal year, more than 7,000 students take week-long field trips with their classmates to one of two residential science schools on California’s central coast, run by the Kern County Superintendent of Schools. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Camp KEEP has developed a way to support outdoor education remotely and recently debuted Virtual Camp KEEP. The virtual experience mirrors...
At the end of June, Diana and Robin Blair moved to Tehachapi from Bakersfield with their cat Moscato in tow. They are now looking forward to Robin's expected retirement from Chevron where he has worked for the last 20 years as an HSE professional (Health, Safety and Environment). Not only were they attracted to Tehachapi's natural beauty and change of seasons but one of their sons is an area resident. Diana and Robin had spent many years in Odessa, Texas before moving to California. In fact,...
On Tuesday October 27, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Houchin Community Blood Bank (HCBB) will be collaborating again with the City of Tehachapi and the Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Parks District (TVRPD) on a Tehachapi-wide blood drive. "In this time of uncertainty and in the face of many challenges, it is a true blessing to see the abundance of support for our patients in need! Through the partnership with TVRPD and the City of Tehachapi, this community has contributed dozens of units of blood and...
On Thursday, October 15, Kelly Bearden, director of the CSUB Small Business Development Center (SBDC), came to Tehachapi along with SBDC consultant Jay Thompson to present City Manager Greg Garrett and the City of Tehachapi with an award for being the No. 1 stakeholder in the region (not associated with the SBDC), that best signifies leadership and the awareness of the benefits that small businesses bring to the community. Garrett had been nominated for the award by Thompson. "No one in our 15...
Kim Mangone is on the ballot to replace Kevin McCarthy as 23rd Congressional District Representative. Democrats wanting to encourage her election wrote 2,000 postcards to send to voters in this area. The cards were hand-written by many people who created their personal message about the importance of electing Mangone. Democratic women are united in their opposition to McCarthy, especially after he voted against H Res 1153 which was condemning surgical sterilization on immigrant women without...
On Saturday, October 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Tehachapi Police Department and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will provide the public the opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your pills for disposal to the Tehachapi Police Department at 220 W. C St. (Sites cannot accept liquids, needles or sharps, only pills or patches.) The service is free and anonymous, no questions...
In the coming weeks, an important landmark in my career will be destroyed. Call it progress, call it redevelopment, call it the future, but for now I will simply call it a heartbreak. While we are currently located four hours north of this landmark, many understand the importance of a stadium and remember the moments they shared inside its walls, this landmark is Qualcomm Stadium, also known by its original moniker of "Jack Murphy Stadium" and last known as San Diego County Credit Union Stadium...
Before the meeting began, new Commissioner Steve Hamblin was welcomed to the Planning Commission. A new mural was approved by the Tehachapi Planning Commission at their October 12 meeting. "A Day at the Vineyard" was submitted by Cliff Meridth of Stray Leaves Vineyard to appear on the back of the fireplace located at the future Stray Leaves tasting room on the corner of F and Green Streets in Downtown Tehachapi. The mural will be painted by noted Tehachapi artist Lyn Bennett who also created...
In a five to one vote at their October 13 Board Meeting, the Tehachapi Unified School District Board approved the planned opening of the TUSD schools in small cohorts or groups beginning on October 26. The Priority Cohort 1 students returning on that date will be those Special Education students with moderate to severe disabilities and individual IEPs. The Tehachapi Unified School District District would like to reopen schools in a phased approach so as best to monitor the health and safety of...
The Kern County Latino COVID-19 Task Force is announcing three additional FREE COVID-19 testing sites to be held as it continues to work toward increasing Kern County’s testing numbers and access for local residents. “Many residents and businesses are relieved and excited to see us in the less restrictive red tier stage. Businesses are finally opening their doors; however, if we want to remain in this stage or improve, we need to continue to keep testing and increasing access,” said Jay Tamsi, co-founder of the Kern County Latino COVID...
"The two most important days in life are the day you are born and the day you find out why." – Mark Twain At the United States National Pageant, held October 11-15 at the PGA National Resort and Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, Tehachapi's very own Tiffany Rea was crowned Miss United States! She won the title Miss California United States on August 9 which allowed her to proceed to the national Pageant. The Pageant was originally scheduled to take place at the SouthPoint Hotel in Las Vegas, N...
Frigid temperatures and frozen precipitation may conspire against your car, but if you’re sufficiently prepared, then you should avoid most problems with ease. Kern Auto Parts Inc./NAPA is offering a Fall special on the products you will need to winterize your vehicle. Here are seven steps to winterize your car and get it ready to face whatever winter has in store for you: 1. Inspect the battery Your car’s battery is the central nerve system for your vehicle. If it fails to crank, you’re not going anywhere. Before winter settles in, inspe...
No matter what the circumstances, grief recovery is a painful process. Grief Share is a special support group for people grieving the loss of someone close. It’s sponsored by people who understand what you’re experiencing and want to offer comfort and encouragement during this difficult time. Contact Country Oaks Baptist Church at (661) 822-1739 for more information....
According to the Kioti Tractor website, “we hold dirt in the highest regard.” The same can be said for the Central Valley local family owned and operated business, San Joaquin Tractor Company, which is a premier Kioti tractor dealer, carrying a full line of both new and used Kioti models. San Joaquin Tractor Company was established 70 years ago as an Allis Chalmers agricultural heavy equipment dealership by Louis Agnetti, Sr. Over the years the business has evolved to meet the agricultural, construction and material handling needs of the San...
An enthusiastic crowd gathered on Sunday, October 18, to celebrate the Biden/Harris connection and the upcoming election. It's probably the most important and critical election of our lifetime. Several teens were on hand to rally with us, because, even though they are too young to vote this time around, they are well aware of the critical issues we face and know that this election will have a major impact on their lives. About 200 participants turned out to show their love and support for our co...
Halloween is an exciting time of year, but this year Halloween might look a little bit different. That doesn’t mean it won’t be fun though! The Tehachapi Library has been working with local, downtown businesses to put together a Monster Hunt. The monster hunters at the library need help. There are monsters loose downtown, and we need someone to help us find them all. Starting October 21, you can pick up information on where these monsters might be lurking. You could walk around downtown to fin...
