Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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It's St. Patrick's Day this weekend, and you know what that means: it's the day when everyone claims to be a little Irish. And why not? If this is a holiday that brings us closer to a feeling of togetherness and camaraderie through green colored celebrations and adopted heritage, then I say Faith and Begorrah, let the celebrating begin! St. Patrick's Day is one of my favorite holidays even if I don't typically do anything special on the day (I do usually try to wear something green, even if...
It's time again for green beer, Irish butter and corned beef with cabbage, or for non-meat eaters, maybe a lovely veggie platter of potatoes, cabbage and carrots garnished with parsley and pearl onions. Yes, St. Patrick's Day has arrived. The wearing of the green comes with leprechauns and perhaps a sprinkling of fairies. Or maybe cowboys. I did cover Irish cowboys a few years back, but as with many good books, revisiting with a new eye brings a fresh perspective. The Irish cowboy was real,...
Each year the Rotary Club of Tehachapi sponsors an essay contest for elementary, junior high and high school students based on the Rotary 4-Way Test: Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build good will and better friendships? Will it be beneficial to all concerned? This year's winners have been announced. They are as follows: High School 1st place: Elliott Gonzales, Valley Oaks Charter School - $200 (Read Elliott's essay at https://www.theloopnewspaper.com/s...
Wildland fires are a serious threat in our area. Being prepared for such a disaster will save time, reduce chaos and save lives. There are unique considerations for horses and other large animals during disasters. In emergencies, large animals are especially prone to distress, aggravation of existing medical conditions and in the case of fires, irritation to eyes and their respiratory tracts. Knowing what to do in the event of an emergency evacuation is critical to the safety of your pets,...
The Tehachapi Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. David Newby, will be performing on Sunday, March 10 at Country Oaks Baptist Church, 20915 Schout Rd., Tehachapi, beginning at 4 p.m. The program will begin with Brahms Concerto for Violin and Cello featuring Lawrence Sonderling, violin, and David Garrett, cello. The Brahms Concerto premiered in Cologne in October 1887 with Joseph Joachim and Robert Hausmann as soloists. After the intermission, TSO will continue with Beethoven, Symphony No. 7 in A Major. The 7th symphony was completed...
Taxpayers with one or more qualifying children may be able to claim a tax credit of up to $2,000 per qualifying child. The childcare credit is generally a nonrefundable credit that is limited to regular tax liability plus alternative minimum tax liability. However, a portion of the credit is refundable for certain taxpayers. The refundable portion of the additional tax credit for any qualifying child cannot exceed $1,500. The additional childcare credit is the smaller of: 1) The amount of the...
Tehachapi Unified School District (TUSD) voted at their February board meeting to lower the science graduation requirements for students at Tehachapi High School (THS) from three years to two. Students will instead be able to choose an elective suited to their interests, be it science or otherwise. The change came about when people realized that both California state standards and UC/Cal State university "A-G" course requirements dictate only two years of science are needed. The science course...
At Tehachapi Valley Healthcare District’s (TVHD) most recent community outreach meeting, board members discussed a variety of projects and upgrades on the horizon for 2024. Since Adventist moved out of their old PT building, TVHD is planning to move their offices into the old space, which is both larger and a better layout for an office. Their official move in date is March 1. The ongoing community garden project with Tehachapi Humanitarian Relief Group is now moving into its bed-building stage. The garden, to be decorated by rocks the T...
The second in a 12 part series on sex, love and intimacy will be held on March 5 at the Healthy Hippie Trading Co., located in Old Town, Tehachapi. This series is the brainchild of Hippie owner, Sarah Rose, but she gives credit for its inception to the community. "I'm just here to give the people what they want," she said. "Be it tie dye apparel, healthy foods, metaphysical items...or a safe place to talk about taboo topics such as intimacy, sex and desire, and a place to purchase intimacy items...
Mountain bike racing is an inclusive sport that middle and high school students can participate in and enjoy, from beginner to advanced. Each rider can set their own goals that our volunteer coaches help them to reach, or even exceed those expectations. Tehachapi's students train and ride together three days a week for 3 hours at a time. As the season progresses, keep an eye out as each student sets their own records each race. The 2024 season, as well as the 10th season for the Tehachapi...
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Markos D1 Salon celebrated their grand opening on Feb. 22 at 113 S. Green St., located inside an historic building in Downtown Tehachapi. Markos, CEO, recording artist and model, joined the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce. Dignitaries from the city and county were on hand to present Certificates of Recognition for Markos D1 Salon's contributions to the community. Tehachapi's young queens were also in attendance, and fans, customers and friends came out to walk on the Markos D1 red carpet....
Peter and Adriana Garthwaite have recently opened TehachaSleep Mattress Store, located at 112 E. Tehachapi Blvd., Suite B. They have over 30 years experience in the mattress business and also own the Tehachapi Christian Store. The Garthwaites thought not having to drive to Bakersfield, Lancaster or Palmdale to find a premium mattress would be a great thing for Tehachapians. With Tempur-pedic, Sealy, Stearns & Foster and Spring-pedic, you can shop local for less. With their connections in the...
Tehachapi Sign Co. was awarded the contract by the City of Tehachapi to refurbish the signs that were on Downtown Tehachapi's iconic water tower. JR Long of Tehachapi Sign Co. says, "We're working hard and as fast as the weather will allow." As part of the water tower's facelift, it has already been pressure washed and repainted....
The Green River Coffee Table, custom crafted by Mountain Dog Millworks, Inc. Check out their beautiful custom creations at www.mountaindogmillworks.com/....
Stray Leaves Vineyard calls its best wines "Kate's Reserve." These wines are typically strong, "Wild," and one-of-a-kind red blends. We often get asked who Kate is and why she has a reserve. Kate's Reserve is a story of a man and a stray dog. Kate was a black lab mix that decided Stray Leaves Vineyard would be her home. Clifford Merdith, vineyard owner, remembers his dog fondly. From 2005 to 2014, Kate protected the vineyard as it grew from baby plants to beautiful vines. For six months in...
We've begun a new year and 2024 is an opportunity to improve the quality of your life by taking responsibility for your own well being. Taking responsibility for your health is the first step, and nutrition is the most important factor of healthy living. However, the benefits of good nutrition do not happen overnight. Months, maybe even years, are needed to take control of your life by healthy eating. The first step is to dramatically reduce the amount of sugar in your diet. People today...
Example: My mother just passed away. She had a living trust. I need to distribute the assets. After the grantor of a living trust dies, there are several things that must be done, either by the successor trustee or the surviving trustee (usually the spouse). The process is called Trust Administration. 1. Obtain several copies of the death certificate. 2. Prepare and record documents that establish the authority of the current trustee. In California, typically you would file an Affidavit Death...
At their board meeting on Feb. 20, Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Parks District (TVRPD) announced an upcoming season full of sports and events, and reported on some of their recent successes and hardships. Registration for co-ed youth baseball and volleyball are currently open through March 14 and Summer Adventure Camp registration will open on March 11. Visit www.tvrpd.org/youth-sports for more information or to register. The Polar Plunge, which was held on Feb. 19, will now become an annual...
Do you love live reggae music? Would you enjoy a fun and unique cultural festival with interactive workshops engaging festival-goers in yoga, healthy nutritional practices, meditation, soccer, and music-making – and would you like all of this for free? Great news! I have just the event for you: The “Positive Music Festival” on March 9. Organized and sponsored by the Mojave Junior/Senior High School in Mojave, California – in particular the Mojave Journalism News Team and their teacher, Empress Truth Akins – this special, feel-good, family-frien...
Like many of you, I was terribly sad to find out that the Hitching Post Theater in our fair little town has closed its doors for good. I'm very sad for the reason it closed – the death of the owner – and I offer my condolences to his family and friends and employees. I only met Will Viner one time years ago, when my Art Center was having an art show opening with an Ode to Hollywood theme. I went into the HP to buy some movie popcorn for our grand red-carpet event, and he just donated two lar...
Each year the Rotary Club of Tehachapi sponsors an essay contest for elementary, junior high and high school students. Following is the essay from the 1st place high school winner. See list of winners at https://www.theloopnewspaper.com/story/2024/03/02/community/rotary-essay-contest-winners/11881.html. My hand slid into my pocket and my fingers brushed against the cool metal of the coin as I forced air into my lungs. My body trembled slightly as I considered the challenges that were before me....
Each year the Rotary Club of Tehachapi sponsors an essay contest for elementary, junior high and high school students. Following is the essay from the 1st place middle school winner. See list of winners at https://www.theloopnewspaper.com/story/2024/03/02/community/rotary-essay-contest-winners/11881.html. The Four-Way Test is a guide to learn from, possessing many essential teachings to help us to be our best selves. I took the Four-Way Test for granted when I first learned of it, but now I realize how important it is. The Four-Way Test...
Victoria Lee Vermillion, of California City, left this world suddenly on the evening of Feb. 16 at the age of 72. Vicki was born on Nov. 10, 1951, to Leonard Waldroupe and Melva Gilbreath in Torrance, California. Growing up in the LA area, Vicki settled in California City after marrying the love of her life, John Vermillion in 1978. Together, they started a family and had four children, Jamie, Rebecca, Charles and Andrea. John and Vicki remained married for 37 years until John's passing in 2017....
Players must bring their own paddles and balls on all courts (though players tend to be very generous and willing to share in a pinch). Join the Tehachapi Area Pickleball (TAP) Facebook group for more information and on-the-go announcements for games and events: www.facebook.com/groups/372432924922428/. A new pickleball court in the Tehachapi police station parking lot, featuring five established nets, is expected to be complete by Memorial Day, according to Tehachapi’s Community Engagement Director and official ambassador for USA Pickleball K...
