Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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The place where I and many other glider pilots learned to fly has been converted to an helicopter fire-bomber base these pasted few weeks. On July 15, I witnessed lots of flying activity with fueling and servicing at Mountain Valley Glider Port. I got to see the CH-47 "Chinook" and the CH-54 "The Flying Crane" operate this day. With the White and El Rancho Fires and other fires in Kern County, Mountain Valley is a perfect location for a base of operations. In my 40 years living in Tehachapi, I...
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, we often forget the importance of cleansing not just our physical spaces but our spiritual and emotional selves as well. Cleansing is a vital practice in the realm of metaphysics, promoting harmony, balance and positive energy. This article explores various methods of cleansing and their benefits, providing a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to rejuvenate their spirit and surroundings. The importance of cleansing Cleansing is an ancient practice...
A walk through downtown Tehachapi always includes friendly faces, but doesn't usually reveal sidewalks filled with dragons, superheroes and flowers. Chalk on the Walk 2024 arrives Aug. 10. Originally founded by former Tehachapi Valley Arts Association (TVAA) President Peggy Cowden in 2000, Chalk on the Walk is a community-wide event that welcomes creative people of all skill levels and ages. One of the great things about this event is that the medium is accessible and down-to-earth. Do you...
On July 11, Jennifer Palakiko presided over her first official meeting as the 2024-25 President of the Rotary Club of Tehachapi. Jennifer welcomed everyone and shared the Rotary International Theme for the year: "The Magic of Rotary." Jennifer shared an inspirational video of Rotary International President Stephanie Urchick explaining the choice for the 2024-25 Rotary theme. "The Magic of Rotary" was inspired by a trip that President Urchick made to the Dominican Republic, installing water...
Get ready for the ultimate celebration of community spirit as the 61st annual Tehachapi Mountain Festival returns on Aug. 17 and 18. This beloved event, which has long been a celebration of summer since the inception of the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce, is set to draw thousands of attendees for a weekend packed with entertainment, arts, crafts, food and more. We're thrilled to host the 61st Tehachapi Mountain Festival, celebrating our community's heritage and showcasing all the things...
During the summertime, senior citizens and others at risk from extreme heat have been directed to find relief at cooling centers across Kern County. Cooling centers are funded through grants from SCE and PG&E. Unfortunately, until the second week of July, Tehachapi’s citizens did not have access to a cooling center. Tehachapi’s NEW cooling center is now officially open at Tehachapi Adult Day Healthcare Center! It is centrally located downtown at 123 W. F St., and will open from 1 to 8 p.m. on any day that the National Weather Forecasts the hig...
Tehachapi Police Chief Richard Standridge spoke at the July 16 meeting of the Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce held at the American Legion Hall on F Street. Standridge emphasized to the group, "if you see something, say something." Too often he has heard from citizens after the fact, that they say saw an occurrence and did nothing. Since becoming chief, Standridge has increased the number of TPD officers in the department and in the last few months has promoted several of them. Standridge...
Merrill Colon moved to Tehachapi in May 2024 from North Carolina, joining members of her family who were already Tehachapi residents. Merrill was born and raised in Vermont and is a graduate of Texas A&M. She said she has lived in many places around the United States, among them being Louisiana and New York. She has had the opportunity to travel extensively throughout the world and did spend quite a bit of time in Indonesia. As a result of her travel experiences, Merrill is fluent in French and...
Tehachapi residents interested in running for district office can now begin the process of filing their declarations of candidacy. The filing period officially opened on July 15, 2024, and candidates have until 5 p.m. on August 9, 2024, to submit their paperwork to the Elections Division. If an incumbent does not file by this deadline, a 5-day extension will allow non-incumbent candidates to file. However, this extension does not apply if the incumbent is termed out or if the office is vacant....
Juan Acuña Sr. lived, breathed, worked, fought and loved for more than 81 years in this world. He did so until he was called to begin his next journey on July 8. Juan passed away in his beloved town of Tehachapi surrounded by his wife and children at home. Juan was born in Long Beach, California during the World War II and was welcomed into this world by Cruz Acuña and Elvira Porras. Juan attended Banning High School where he excelled in jokes and football until the 10th grade and spent the r...
A pun is defined as "a joke exploiting the different possible meanings of a word or the fact that there are words which sound alike but have different meanings." I'm not very good at coming up with original puns myself, but I sure do appreciate reading and hearing them. I think there's nothing like a good play on words to brighten up your day, and based on the feedback I get from readers – not to mention the numerous puns I receive from friends and strangers alike – many of you like them as much...
The acclaimed classic murder mystery "Deathtrap," written by Ira Levin, opens at the BeeKay Theatre on Aug. 16. With four weeks 'til opening, Producer David Stenstrum and Director Kenny Chugg are working 24/7 to mold the cast and crew into creating a perfect, well-crafted summer blockbuster. The Tehachapi Community Theatre Association, known to locals as TCT, is at the top of their game, having come a long way from the challenges of the pandemic. Each production seems even better than the last...
Our featured quilter for the 2024 Tehachapi Mountain Quilters Quilt Show is Frosti Acord. Her beautiful quilts will be on display at the Quilt Show, which will be held at the Aspen Builders Inc. Activity Center, 105 East E Street, on Oct. 12-13. She is a long-time resident of Bear Valley Springs. She moved to the area in 1988 when her husband Jerry was transferred from the Hawthorne Northrop to the Palmdale Northrop to continue working in the aircraft industry. He designed each of their two resi...
Tehachapi Valley Arts Association and Gallery 'N' Gifts has a great schedule of events for August. Starting with their annual "Take Your Best Shot" Photo contest. Amateur photographers of all ages are invited to submit photos for a chance at the $100 Best of Show prize or one of seven first place $25 prizes. All first, second, third place winners, as well as a handful of honorable mention awards, receive ribbons. Submissions are accepted at Gallery 'N' Gifts from July 19-29. An awards reception...
At the weekly meeting of the Rotary Club of Tehachapi on July 11, the Club welcomed Kay Pitts, chief operating officer of Rotary District 5240 and member of the Bakersfield Breakfast Rotary Club. She presented two awards to President Jennifer Palakiko and Past President Paul Kaminski, which were earned by the Tehachapi Rotary Club during the 2023-24 year. Pitts presented a Bronze Medal to the Club for meeting five of the required criteria to achieve special recognition. The Club met the...
Kids Day at the Museum will be held Sunday, Sept. 15, from noon to 4 p.m. on the 300 block of South Green St. Plans are being made for the best Kids Day ever! We are looking for additional activities and displays that will interest kids of all ages. Any organization or individual interested in presenting an activity or volunteering to assist should contact Kids Day Coordinator Dixie Coutant at (661) 599-1889 for further information. Past activities have included making bracelets, bird feeders, b...
Do any of these sound familiar? If they do, you might need a new mattress. 1. You struggle to fall asleep You've followed your bedtime routine, you're feeling tired and now you're tucked up and ready to sleep. And yet, it's just not happening. No matter how much you toss and turn, you can't drift off. While we all go through this from time to time, if you're regularly lying awake, your mattress probably isn't providing the support you need. Before you replace your mattress, make sure bad sleep...
In the ever-evolving world of skincare, one term is making waves: pharmaceutical-grade. As consumers become more discerning about what they apply to their skin, the demand for high-quality, scientifically-backed products is surging. Tonics, is now offering advanced skincare in a range of products that promise real results. Pharmaceutical-grade skincare products are formulated with the highest concentration of active ingredients. Unlike over-the-counter products, they are subjected to rigorous...
Whether it's pool toys & life jackets, fashionable boots & clothes, dental, grooming or allergy products, they've got your pet covered! Canine Creek is located at 798 Tucker Rd., Ste. 5, in Tehachapi....
At their July 16 meeting, the Board of Directors for the Tehachapi Valley Healthcare District (TVHD) unanimously approved the district’s 2025 Proposed Budget. Director Lydia Chaney made the motion to approve and Director Christine Sherrill seconded the motion. The district’s proposed revenue of $1,225,935 comes primarily from state and local taxes and interest but also includes about $60,000 of income from the district’s rental properties. Proposed expenses for 2025 were $549,700 and showe...
Ten years ago, a simple idea was born – to have a party to raise money for local nonprofit organizations. The idea took shape and the first Cheers to Charity (C2C) event took place in the parking lot outside of what was then Veritas Wine Bar. Attendance on August 9, 2014, was 148 people – people who believed in the mission and supported the cause. The venue was set up and torn down in one day. There was tasty food, wine, beer, dancing and more. Cheers gave away $15,000 and supported six org...
Commencing on July 8, Lyn Bennet initiated painting a replica of the 1915 Green Street Dance mural. The original mural, positioned on 118 E. Tehachapi Blvd., was created in 2004 by Phil Slager. In early spring 2024, the original mural began showing signs of wear, such as cracking and spalling, prompting the need for replacement. To oversee mural protection and creation in Tehachapi, the Tehachapi Valley Arts Association established a dedicated committee called Make Art Tehachapi in May 2024....
The community had a great time shopping at the vendors’ booths in Central Park. Tehachapi TPops conducted by James Peck and Amy R. Rodriguez played a 40-minute music set, which included patriotic standards, Americana melodies, and fun pop-rock tunes. We all had a blast, but it took a lot of practicing and work to get it done....
Calling all Oldtimers, be sure to come by the Tehachapi Museum. You may find a treasure from your past. The Tehachapi Heritage League is holding a Vintage Sale on Saturday, Aug. 3, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. This will be the first of many sales of vintage/antique stored items that are no longer needed for any displays at the Tehachapi Museum or the Errea House. There are some items from Tehachapi's history and some items with no history from Tehachapi but were donated for possible use. The...
At the weekly meeting of the Rotary Club of Tehachapi, President Jennifer Palakiko welcomed Anya Norton as a new member on July 11. Anya's husband, Bill, was also in attendance for her presentation. Anya was introduced and sponsored by Jerry Munson, the Club's International Projects Chair and Co-Sargent-At-Arms. Bill and Anya Norton are retirees who moved from Lancaster to Bear Valley Springs in 2019, and they say it's the best idea they have had to date! Anya's career in education began when...
