Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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One of the most unique and memorable experiences you can have in California is available just 31 miles from the city of Tehachapi at the Rankin Ranch, a family cattle and guest ranch that was founded in 1863. Nestled in the Tehachapi Mountains in the beautiful and pristine Walker Basin, the Quarter Circle U Rankin Ranch has been raising cattle in Kern County since the days of the Civil War. The sprawling ranch covers 31,000 acres, which is bigger than the five smallest countries in the world – S...
Some people stick to one genre, reading consistently to their heart’s content. It may be one mystery after another, light or heavy. Some prefer sci-fi or fantasy, to be inspired, scared or entertained. People read to learn, to get away, to retreat or relax. Then, there are readers who jump from one genre to another, perhaps never satisfied or always satisfied, at the variety. I personally reside as the latter, loving variety. Any genre, books for adults and books for children from the s...
Tehachapi Community Theatre (TCT) suspended productions in March of 2020 as the State ordered all live and movie theaters "closed" due to the COVID-19 pandemic. That order has not changed since then. And because of that, TCT has been unable to "do what we do" and produce high quality live theatre for the benefit of our community. During a year of waiting for permission to reopen to live audiences, we've explored many ways to try and serve our patrons. We revamped our website and we held our...
The staff at The Loop newspaper would love for you to help us share some good news! Search Facebook for “Good News Tehachapi” to join our group, dedicated to promoting positive happenings in our community. COVID-19 has impacted us all in a variety of ways, making that good news more important than ever. So from the comfort and safety of your own home, join us in sharing some inspiration, joy and giggles. Share stories of local good deeds, creative ways you’re passing the time at home, a photo...
For the first time since 1930 a full calendar year will have passed without Tehachapi High School Football. As a result of the Coronavirus pandemic that shuttered the fall '20 season, there was some hope that a season would be salvaged in early 2021, but at least for Tehachapi's sake that won't be the case. It was made official a few weeks ago with letters to parents that despite being given clearance by the State of California, the Tehachapi Warriors would not be playing a shortened five-game...
If you're planning to retire in just a few years, you may be getting excited about this next phase of your life. However, your ability to enjoy retirement fully will depend, at least partially, on the resources you can draw from your investment portfolio. So, while you still have time to act, ask yourself if you're comfortable with your portfolio's risk level. Your relationship with risk can change noticeably over time. When you started saving for retirement, you may have been willing to take...
This is the 10th article in a continuing series about local military veterans and their service to our great country. Once again, we begin at the beginning: Doug McHenry was born in Chicago on October 5, 1947, at about noon. His mother liked to tease him that she missed Sunday dinner because of his birth! Doug was an only child. While the family lived in Gary, Indiana until 1960, Doug's father worked in construction in Chicago, helping to build tall commercial buildings and churches. As Doug...
Arden Jay Van Peursem was born to Willard and June (Van Steenwyk) Van Peursem on July 6, 1945 in Orange City, Iowa. He passed away on March 18 due to complications after having COVID. He was 75 years old. He was surrounded with the love of his wife and his children as he passed. He had a happy childhood, growing up on a farm. He was the eldest of four brothers. His lifelong hobby of horses was encouraged by both his grandfathers, beginning with ponies. He graduated from M-OC in Orange City in 19...
Registration now open for Youth Baseball! The season will begin the first week in May. Registration closes April 1. Space is limited. • Season will take place if Kern County is in Red Tier. • All COVID-19 guidelines will be followed as presented by the State of California. • All coaches and parent helpers will be required to wear masks. • All spectators are required to wear masks when they are not able to socially distance. • Participants WILL NOT be required to wear masks during play. A c...
Saturday, March 13 dawned a little warmer and clearer after wintery weather. Volunteers gathered across from City Hall in Tehachapi to distribute flyers to the doors of many downtown-area residents. These colorful flyers display information about My Turn, the State-sponsored way to get the COVID-19 vaccine. If you tried yourself several weeks ago to get an appointment for a COVID-19 shot, you know what a hassle it was. Three Tehachapi-area women – Kathy Murguia, Eileen Buterra and Laurie Rude B...
A Hall Ambulance crew experienced what other EMS workers seldom get to-reunite with their patient. Typically, they respond to 9-1-1 calls, provide patient care, transport to the ER, and then prepare for the next request for medical aid, rarely getting closure of those they cared for. On March 5 that changed for Paramedic Marian Anson and EMT Michelle Guidotti when they became VIP guests to an adoption party for a baby boy they delivered last year. "While traveling down the road, I got to...
Guardians Around The Earth (GATE) invites you to get outside and help beautify Tehachapi for Earth Day by gathering litter during our Tehachapi Cleanup event on Monday, April 19 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Volunteers meet at 9:30 a.m. (*after-school joiners meet at 1 p.m.*) in the lot at the corner of Dennison Road and Tehachapi Boulevard (next to Gracian's Grill). Tehachapi Cleanup mobilizes volunteers to remove litter along Tehachapi Boulevard from Dennison to Tehachapi-Willow Springs Roads. Wa...
What to do when you are told "no" because of credit challenges, or loan program guidelines. How do you know as a potential consumer of a mortgage loan that you are getting the information you need to make an informed decision moving forward? Online searches and blogs that may or may not be providing you with accurate or complete information and .com mortgage companies that fill their call center with newly licensed call center "headset jockeys" can often lead to inaccurate information when...
It’s been over a year since our museum was last open, but now Kern County restrictions have lifted to the point where we are able to reopen for our visitors. Our starting date is Saturday, April 10. The museum will initially be open on weekends only through April and May. Then, beginning in June, if all goes well, we will be back to our normal schedule of five days per week, Thursday through Monday. Our staff will be following State Covid guidelines to keep our visitors and volunteers safe. W...
On March 15, COVID-19 vaccine became available to those with certain health conditions, disabilities, illness and living spaces or work environments that put them at higher risk for serious COVID-19 illness. Residents are encouraged to check with their healthcare provider regarding eligibility. Providers will use their clinical judgment to vaccinate individuals aged 16-64 who are determined to be at the very highest risk to get very sick from COVID-19. The severe health conditions eligible include: • Cancer, current with weakened immune system...
Additional businesses and activities allowed to resume with modifications on March 24. On March 23, the State announced that Kern County has moved from the Purple Tier (Tier 1) to the less restrictive Red Tier (Tier 2) of the State’s COVID-19 blueprint, effective tomorrow, Wednesday, March 24. The State’s blueprint allows counties moving from the Purple to Red Tier to reopen indoor operations at additional businesses and allows certain activities to resume with modifications. Every county is...
Kern County Public Health was notified that one case of the B.1.1.7. strain of the Coronavirus has been detected in Kern County. Viruses constantly change through mutations that create new strains of virus (called variants) over time. Some virus variants emerge and then disappear, while others persist or become common. Most variants do not have a meaningful impact. Variants become a concern when they affect COVID-19 transmission, severity, testing, treatment or vaccine effectiveness. The variant strain was first detected in the United Kingdom...
Extensions Whether you file a tax return by the April due date, May due date for 2020, or obtain an extension to file, filing an annual tax return is mandatory if your income is above a certain level, which will vary depending upon your filing status. Filing an extension will grant you another six months for individuals and corporations (five month extension for partnerships, LLCs, estates and trusts) to file the tax return. Filing an extension, however, will not allow you to delay payment on...
The calls started during the holiday shopping season when lots of people were shopping online. Scammers counted on people being in a daze about what they had ordered, for whom and when it (whatever it was) was supposed to be delivered. The scam calls tapered off for a few weeks but have been ramping up lately. Here's how the scammy Amazon calls work: the phone rings and you hear an automated message saying there's a significant charge pending on your Amazon account, usually for more than...
Kern County 7th and 8th graders competed in the 66th annual Henry Greve Speech Contest, which was held virtually on March 18. Each of the competing students had between four minutes 30 seconds and seven minutes to convince the judges with their persuasive speeches, answering the prompt: “Why is it important to embrace diversity?” The competition, sponsored by Bakersfield Toastmasters “Golden Empire” Club No. 270 and the Kern County Superintendent of Schools office, awarded trophies to the first, second and third place finishers. The champio...
Pituitary gland disorders are a result of a malfunction of the pituitary gland, a tiny but vital gland that releases the hormones responsible for directing many other glands and body processes. A pituitary gland disorder occurs when the pituitary gland produces either too much or too little of a particular hormone. The pituitary gland is responsible for producing growth hormone, necessary for growth in children, maintenance of body tissues in adults and distribution of fat. It also produces a...
On March 7, 1941 in Los Angeles, California, the world was blessed with the birth of the beautiful soul of Carol Wilson. Carol had a long, beautiful life full of love and laughter and, at times, the deep pain and sorrow that is life. During these times, Carol's faith allowed her to keep going and to treat everyone with love and respect regardless of what she was facing. When Carol was 16, she worked as a car-hop for a restaurant. With her beautiful smile and welcoming heart, she approached a...
Friends of the Tehachapi Depot have announced a changing of the guard. After many years as president of the group, Tim Trujillo will be stepping down and Steve Smith will be taking the reins. Trujillo headed the group from 2011-2014 and from 2016-2021. Smith started as a docent in 2017 and it wasn't long before he was helping to update the exhibits and writing descriptions. He was elected to the Board in 2019 and was appointed Curator by Trujillo. "During my years as FOTD President, I've been...
As excited as we usually are about the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) hikers who visit Tehachapi, the local PCT Angel Committee must once again curtail our hiker assistance activities. Restrictions have been placed on all Californians, and those entering the State, as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic which are not consistent with a hike of the PCT. In addition, the Pacific Crest Trail Association (PCTA) has recommended that long distance hiking activities on the PCT should not take place until the situation with regards to the pandemic has...
Our community has had a 10 percent changeover in residency this year and new residents are likely just beginning to find their way around. Our amenities are many and varied with plenty of clubs and facilities, most still open despite the Coronavirus. One feature that may not have yet attracted many new folks, and even some long-time residents, is the Kawaiisu Preserve, which opened officially on October 22, 2017, with a ceremony guided by the local Nuwa elder, Luther Girado, (recently deceased). The ceremony drew in over 100 in attendance. The...
