Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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A rarity! A double headed BNSF Warbonnet 4718 (C44-9W) and 4713 (C44-9W); the units are over 25 years old. Word is BNSF is pulling these out of the stored line in Barstow, California to help out with the extra traffic they are experiencing. This paint job is a favorite of many rail fans that I have talked with at the Tehachapi Depot Museum. This paint job goes back to first generation diesel units when Santa Fe Railroad started replacing the steam locomotives in the 1950s with diesel...
From before she even opened Healthy Hippie Trading Co. in Old Town, owner Sarah Rose knew she wanted to also have a vegan Cafe. "When remodeling the building prior to move in, we set aside an area behind an already constructed wall to be our kitchen. We purchased some used kitchen equipment and hired an architect to draw up the plans," she said. "What I hadn't counted on was issues regarding the septic size. Basically what we needed to add, in terms of sinks, along with what already existed,...
While you’re out and about at the Tehachapi Mountain Festival be sure to stop by the Tehachapi Valley Gem and Mineral Society’s Jewelry, Gem and Mineral Show at the Tehachapi Senior Center. There will be lots to see and do for all ages. Vendors will be showing and selling beautiful showcase minerals, fossils, polished rocks, beads and handcrafted jewelry. This might be just the place to pick up a unique Christmas or Birthday gift for that “hard to shop for” friend or relative. The Tehachapi Valley Gem and Mineral Society will have the always...
On July 13, Maureen Kelly, Cheryl Johnson and Pauline Haddox drove to Children's Hospital Los Angeles to donate 102 quilts made by the talented and most generous ladies of the Comfort Quilts committee of the Tehachapi Mountain Quilters. This is a yearly trek we make to ensure the children that are hospitalized know they are loved and encouraged in their recovery. Anyone interested in joining our group to make quilts for those in need can contact Maureen at [email protected]...
After 10 years as a pastoral counselor, the number one issue I find between any two individuals is communication. I found this to be true between parents and their teens during the eight years I worked as a youth pastor. I have had several parents ask me to "fix their teen," but the problem was their teenager was simply being a teenager. Yes, there were some exceptions, but for the most part the kids were good kids. The issue was some of them had developed poor coping skills for dealing with...
Hello fellow Tehachapian's. Here at CBD Dependable Solutions, we are happy and excited to share our newest line in "Heirloom Grove" along with a raw organic CBGA/CBDA combo tincture oil dropper. The CBGA, also known as Cannabigerolic acid, is known as the mother of all other health invested naturally occurring cannabinoids known to exist in the Hemp Plant. Through aging, drying and the curing process or simply vaping or heating the raw flower (the buds), the CBGA starts its transformation into...
The California Living Museum will host its 14th annual Ice Cream Zoofari from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 20. Guests can treat their taste buds to a frozen extravaganza by building their own ice cream sundae or enjoy a cone, fruit bar or root bear float. Admission for CALM members is $10 adults and $8 for children (3-12 years). For non-members admission is $15 adults and $12 for children (3-12 years). Your Ice Cream Zoofari ticket includes entrance to the zoo, free rides on the Central...
Tehachapi Mountain Dog Fanciers is proud to sponsor and organize the Tehachapi Pet Parade a week before the annual Tehachapi Mountain Festival. The Pet Parade is a fun affair for children to show off their pets. The parade starts with a gentle stroll around the field to patriotic music. Then there are the friendly competitions for the kids and their pets with a raffle to follow. Categories range from: Best Trick, Best Tail-wager, Best Costumed Owner-Pet and Tallest Pet. This event is free and is paws down the best way to celebrate your pet....
While the culture of year-round travel sports keeps most of us on our toes these days, in my world the official start of the sports season is a few weeks away as football kicks off at various levels. With that kickoff, which for many will include a variety of sports over the next nine to 12 months for their kids, comes undue pressure from adults to punch their ticket to the next level. Parents, let me save you a lot of heartache, your child is not receiving a full-ride scholarship. There, I...
If I had not read Jon Hammond's article about King snakes, I probably would not have thought about our long ago family dog, Brownie. Brownie was older than I was, having come along about two years before I showed up. He was brown and black and someone told us he was probably part Airedale. I would not know an Airedale if I met one on the street so I'll just assume they were right. Brownie loved us and was a good companion. Brownie did not like snakes. Maybe he did like to find them for he...
Are you interested in working in a law-based profession to help people and society? Are you interested in an education path that could lead to law school? Are you interested in becoming a politician or working in government offices? Cerro Coso is offering a new Associate of Arts for a Transfer degree in Law, Public Policy and Society. An associate degree for transfer provides a clear pathway to a CSU major and baccalaureate degree. The AA-T degree guarantees admission with junior standing...
Modern computers have built-in web browsers, Microsoft Edge for PCs and Safari for Macs. And it's just fine to use the Edge or Safari browser to spend time on the internet. But here are some reasons for you to have another browser on your computer, too. The people that develop websites have a pretty tough job these days. A website must work on any browser, computer, brand, or size phone or tablet. Sometimes they don't get it right, and you'll find yourself on a website that doesn't look right...
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 Kern County Public Health Services Department has received confirmation of the first West Nile virus (WNV) infection in humans in Kern County this year. This includes two confirmed cases of WNV and one asymptomatic infection in a blood donor. A confirmed case of WNV includes both a positive laboratory result and a compatible symptomatic illness, whereas an asymptomatic infection is typically identified during the screening of blood donation. WNV is a disease spread by mosquitoes most often...
The Tehachapi Warriors Booster Club would like to thank Maria Curiel for her years of service as President of our organization. Her selfless leadership and diligence helped keep the Booster Club on track during some difficult times. But we have come through those challenges stronger than ever. Following her second stint as president, Curiel resigned her position on July 13 prior to the start of the 2022-23 athletic season and installed Corey Costelloe as president. Curiel returned to the...
In just a few weeks, students will be heading off to college – and parents will be getting out their checkbooks. Without a college-bound student in your home right now, you might not be thinking much about tuition and other higher education expenses, but if you have young children, these costs may eventually be of concern – so how should you prepare for them? It's never too soon to start saving and investing. Unfortunately, many people think that they have a lot of "catching up" to do. In fac...
Due to California’s recently-adopted Universal Meal Program, the Kern County Superintendent of Schools office and all of Kern County’s 46 public school districts are announcing an amendment to their policy for serving meals to students under the National School Lunch / School Breakfast Programs for the 2022-23 school year, effective July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023. All students will be served lunch and breakfast at no charge during their school day. More on the California’s Universal Meal Program...
I feel fortunate that we have so many small museums in our area, and each museum I go to presents a unique experience, different from the others. Case in point for this time is the Maturango Museum in Ridgecrest. Founded in 1962 with a mission "to preserve, interpret and develop an appreciation for the natural and cultural history of the Northern Mojave Desert through research and education in the natural and physical sciences," the museum also works to promote the arts. In addition to a large...
This month at the Arts Center we will be welcoming back Terri Barillas as our Paint Night instructor on Saturday, Aug. 20. As with all of our paint nights, materials will be provided, as well as Hors D'oeuvres wine and other treats. Join us Saturday, Aug. 13 for our Improv Workshop with the Halls. A fun evening of exercises to hone your improvisational abilities. And it's just plain fun. And I hear there may be snacks! Our Children's Art Classes will continue on Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. with...
Bear Valley Springs Cultural Arts Association's 2022 Art Show begins with a reception at Oak Tree Country Club. Artists will be in attendance. The reception is Sept. 10 from 4 to 7 p.m. and the show runs through Sept. 18. Artists can find the application online at www.bvscaa.org and in our monthly newsletter if you are a member of BVSCAA. You can submit up to five pieces. Applications are due by Sept. 1. Five pieces of fabulous donated art will be auctioned. The auction items include: stained...
Many of our readers know that Pepe and I have spent most of the 2021-22 winter months on Cruise Ship cruises along the Mexican Riviera. Sailing out of either Long Beach or San Pedro. Originally I had planned cruising would be a good way to spend some time during the winter months. I had great plans for spending the 2022 summer months doing something other than cruising. However, with the escalation of the COVID-19 pandemic, our cruising activity has continued. Royal Caribbean MS Navigator of...
In the sloppy weather months, many drivers rely on protective mats to keep moisture, grime, ice and snow from making a mess of a vehicle’s interior. But if your vehicle has a mat it could become a hazardous mat if you don’t follow some safety precautions. Here are some things to avoid with your vehicle’s mats in the driver’s footwell. Make sure your mats aren’t creating a safety problem by jamming the pedals. One way this can happen is by a driver buying an all-weather floor mat and putting i...
Marty Pay has been our local Farmers Agent for over 32 years. It was just announced that his office has made the prestigious Toppers Club award for the 25th year. His office is only the second in Kern County history to achieve this award 25 times. The award, made by less than 8% of the agents nationwide, is predicated on levels of service and sales in the previous year. Marty attributes obtaining the award to his incredible staff and fantastic clients. "I've been lucky over the years to have an...
On July 11, Tehachapi resident Mano Lujan drove his daughter Layla and son Milo back east, a trip of over 5,500 miles. They drove through 22 states and visited friends, family and national historic places. (View the stops on the map!) They visited Flagstaff, Arizona; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Monument, Colorado and the Rockies; Laramie, Wyoming; Custer's Battlefield, Montana; Black Hills and Mount Rushmore, South Dakota; Dyersville, Iowa; Cleveland, Ohio; Auburn, New York; stopped off at Layla's...
Public Health encourages residents to “look for the sticker” when purchasing food from mobile food facilities. Kern County Public Health’s Environmental Health Division works year-round to help protect the health of our community through permitting and inspecting mobile food facilities. Our goal is to prevent outbreaks of food borne illness by ensuring facilities operate safely and in accordance with state law. CDC estimates 48 million people get sick resulting in 128,000 hospitalizations and 3,000 deaths from foodborne diseases each year...
