Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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Dorothy Mae Gassaway passed away at her home in the early morning hours of March 28 with her husband, Jack, by her side. Dorothy was born June 7, 1936, in Sallisaw, Oklahoma to Columbus and Nellie Longcrier. She was the second youngest of four brothers and one sister. The family migrated to California in 1951, settling in McFarland. She married Ralph Knowlton in September 1957. They moved to Tehachapi in 1958 and raised two daughters, Deborah and Cynthia. Dorothy later married Jack Gassaway on...
Boost fruits and vegetables. People who eat the most fruits and vegetables, no matter how they are grown or processed, have the lowest risk of developing cardiovascular disease. This is just one of the reasons to buy and use canned, frozen and dried fruits and vegetables in addition to fresh produce. Availability, convenience and less food waste are other top reasons. If you don’t like prepping produce, buy fresh-cut produce like shredded cabbage, washed and ready-to-use romaine lettuce, d...
Tehachapi Adult Day Health Care provides a safe and healthy atmosphere with an array of daily activities and entertainment that is perfect for today's senior citizens. This unique facility provides many types of healthy meals for breakfast and lunch with ample opportunity for socializing and fellowship. On top of being a wonderful place for seniors to congregate and socialize, this facility is also available for other events, such as the Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce awards dinner that was held...
On April 5, Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Park District's Tots Program hosted their annual Tots Art Gala at the ABIAC gym. This year's theme was Tots Glows Wild. When entering the exhibition visitors were greeted by a darkened room that was lined with glowing artwork, lit up by black lights. It was quite a site! The main gym showcased the artwork, featuring "wild" things, including "Where The Wild Things Are," Wild West, jungle and safari. There was an entry fee and artwork was available for...
Spring is the ideal time to begin searching for that new home. With the warmer weather and longer days, it is a great time to take advantage of viewing open houses to get a better idea of what type of property will suit your lifestyle and budget. However, the biggest challenge during the spring season of house hunting maybe be getting ahead of other prospective home buyers looking for that perfect home. To be one step ahead of competition, I suggest getting our Nations Lending Accelerated Edge...
This is article No. 15 in a series. See previous The Loop newspaper issues on www.TheLoopNewspaper.com for more information, education and inspiration in how Joyful Life Hypnotherapy can help you have the joyful life you deserve. As I share hypnotherapy in our community and worldwide on social media, people always ask, "What does it help with?" To these questions, I answer, "Working with our subconscious mind, hypnosis helps with just about everything". Here are some success stories that shed...
In this issue we will continue the discussion begun in The Loop newspaper's March 16 issue describing the latest on EV battery technology. The future of battery technology Automakers are busy looking for the right combination of compounds for the next big break in EV batteries. Right now, there are two main contenders to power the next generation of electric vehicles. Solid state batteries Many automakers are working on a new kind of battery, called a solid-state battery, which doesn't use any...
Kern County Public Health has embarked on a year-long health initiative called, "A Healthier Kern – One Heart at a Time." This initiative highlights 10 health-related challenges and provides awareness and education to empower our residents to be healthier while showcasing Public Health programs and services. This month, we spotlight food insecurity and malnutrition as one of our top health challenges. In Kern County, more than 117,000 people do not know if they will be able to get enough foo...
On April 30, the Kern Audubon-Tehachapi group will gather to delve into the world of avian conservation and citizen science. This upcoming meeting promises an enriching experience for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Karen Pestana, a renowned wildlife biologist with a passion for avian conservation, will present Tehachapi Audubon's long-running Western Bluebird Nest Box Program. With over 24 years of dedication to the initiative, Karen brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the...
Don Kordes was fondly remembered by Tehachapi Heritage League on April 3, which would have been his 99th birthday. Unfortunately, he passed away Oct. 23, 2023. He had contributed so much to THL from building shelves at the museum, to donating original carvings for fundraising prizes, to enhancing the Errea Garden with a perfect bird-house-size replica of the historic Errea House. A family of finches now occupies that little house. Many friends gathered in the museum for a memorial service led...
On March 28, Ron and Carmen Myrick were presented with state and national recognition as co-recipients of "Rockhounds of the Year," for their unselfish efforts in providing leadership and untiring efforts to promote geological and lapidary science education in the Tehachapi area. The presentation was made during the Tehachapi Valley Gem and Mineral Society (TVGMS) monthly meeting at the Tehachapi Senior Citizen Center, located at 500 E. F St., Tehachapi. Ron and Carmen have been members of the...
I often see communities gathering at hotels for events, conventions, weddings, retirement parties and more. Much less often, I see hotel executives out in their communities, learning about local businesses, networking and finding ways to collaborate. That's why I have to give credit to Faith Pease and the staff at TownePlace Suites for their commitment to community. Faith attends every Chamber luncheon, explores local businesses and finds ways to highlight Tehachapi at the hotel. Most recently,...
On March 4, the City of Tehachapi recognized five women who worked, lived or volunteered in the City of Tehachapi. The city received an overwhelming 70 nominations. Teresa Ruth was one of the five women who received the award for being an Extraordinary Women due to her role as a mentor. One of the people who nominated Teresa had this to say about her qualifications: "She is an extraordinary woman because she sees the best in everyone and pushes them to their potential. She has the best life advi...
Tehachapi Mountain Rodeo Association is proud to present their second Rough Stock School happening at the Tehachapi Rodeo Grounds on April 27 and 28. We will also be introducing barrels and the rapidly growing breakaway roping this year. This school is designed for anyone ages 3-93. As an introductory school, we will go over the basics and help you understand the gear needed to do each event, as well as proper techniques and basic fundamentals for you to rodeo as safely as possible. Stock of...
It was June 30, 2007 when PJ Simunovich opened Sim Sanitation in Tehachapi. His family-owned business specializes in septic systems, and rentals of portable toilets and fencing. But, he had no idea how far the business would go. Now, he and his team travel all across Kern and Los Angeles counties for clients. From jobs as large as working with Edwards Air Force Base and the Tehachapi and Lancaster prisons, to providing needed facilities for weddings and little league events, there is never a dul...
On Tuesday, March 12, Lucas "Luke" Valadez, loving son, brother and uncle, passed away at the age of 37. Luke is survived by his parents Francisco and Linda Walsh Valadez; his siblings Jennifer Valadez Ciaccio and Daniel Valadez and their families; half-brothers Frankie Valadez, Marco Valadez and Carlos Valadez and their families. Luke is also survived by his girlfriend Jona, and other loving friends and relatives. Growing up, Luke was an active child enjoying brief stints with multiple sports....
Cody Jorgensen, born in Bakersfield, embodied a spirit of adventure from the outset. He traversed the breadth of the United States with his grandparents, basking in the wonders of places like Florida before he even turned 16. With friends he embarked on desert escapades, relishing in playful mischief amidst abandoned buildings with bottle rockets. His fervor for velocity was kindled at Willow Springs Drag Strip, where he fearlessly pushed boundaries behind the wheel of Baby Cakes, a testament...
The tuition-free virtual public charter school program is now enrolling for the 2024-25 school year in partnership with Springs Charter Schools. Connections Academy at Springs, a new tuition-free online public charter school program, will begin operating for the 2024-25 school year in partnership with Springs Charter Schools, a network of public charter schools in Southern California offering tuition-free, WASC-accredited and personalized learning curriculum. Open to students in grades K-10 living in Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange,...
If you are reading this article, I am assuming you are at least thinking about an estate plan. So, let’s continue! What are the benefits of a living trust? A trust does not get filed with the court. A will does. Transferring your biggest assets into a trust makes it a whole lot easier for your heirs – I should say kids – to manage your assets upon your death. The person you name as the successor trustee can manage your assets if you become incapacitated. It can also be highly customized to fit y...
The benefits of learning music are well documented for kids and older folks alike. I found this out going to my daughter's music concerts as she was growing up. Sarah J's instrument was the Alto Saxophone. I saw the benefits in her and all the kids that were playing in her jazz band and marching band. I also found out it does not matter if you are super talented or just have a love for playing and never had the time. I was very inspired by my daughter Sarah J to take up a instrument back then....
The Rotary Club of Tehachapi is gearing up for an evening of music and philanthropy as they host a fundraiser concert featuring James Lee Stanley, a renowned Beachwood Recording artist, alongside other talented performers at the historic BeeKay Theatre, 110 S. Green Street, Tehachapi, on May 18 at 7 p.m. With tickets priced at $25 each, attendees will not only enjoy a night of entertainment, but will also be contributing to a crucial cause. Every nickel raised from the event will directly...
Two years ago, I needed to restore a badly damaged rental house in Tehachapi in order to sell it. I decided to contact the Mountain Group at Coldwell Banker for help. The three realtors in this group, Annie Mulkins, Sue Chandler and Nicole Nicely, were skilled and knowledgeable. They also went above and beyond for me in many ways. One example was that when I was ill they watered the rose bush and shrubs at the house. They showed a real gift in referring me to many sub-contractors who could...
Entered into Rest on Feb. 28 in Hanford, California. Katherine Irine Uli was born to Raymond and Dorothy Jamison on Aug. 19, 1934. Kay graduated High School in 1952 from Puyallup, Washington. Katherine and John M. Uli married on April 18, 1953. They went on to have their children, Michael, Mary, Jim, Peggy, Frank, Dorothy and Mark. Katherine was well known in the community. As a wife, mom, official scorekeeper and announcer for Little League and All-Star games. She worked for Tehachapi Valley...
One thing this community offers in abundance is dance opportunities. On Wednesday and Sunday evenings in the Oak Branch Saloon, line dancing takes place from 6 to 8 p.m. The beauty of line dancing is that you do not need a partner. You can just get out on the floor and dance. And dancing is good for the brain. Sunday nights are for more advanced dances. Wednesdays, on the other hand, some instruction is involved if you come across a dance you don’t know, or if you are just beginning. Swing dancing appeals to many. It does require a partner, a...
In June of 2003, my husband Al and I attended a National Navy League Convention in Hawaii and had a great time flying around the Island of Ohua in a DeHavilland Beaver (DHC-2) on floats. We received some funny looks from people when we asked where we could find the "Beaver on Floats," but decided to look for ourselves on Lagoon Drive next to Honolulu International Airport. My first comment when we met the folks in the office next to the dock was, "This airplane looks like she belongs in...
