Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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The annual Tehachapi Oldtimers Reunion was held on Aug. 1, and more than 425 people gathered in Philip Marx Central Park to visit with friends, acquaintances and in many cases, former neighbors who returned to their old hometown for this celebratory event. The Tehachapi Oldtimers Reunion is a special event that is a testament to Tehachapi's strong sense of community and respect for history and traditions. Most cities and towns don't have an annual celebration like this. They don't even try. The...
The COVID pandemic has shut down our community star parties for far too long. At last, it's time to gather 'round the telescopes once again! This year we have all of the planets in our evening sky; some near the setting sun, others rising as it gets dark. While Mars, Mercury and blazing Venus set close to the setting sun, the other four planets pop out across the darkening evening sky. Jupiter and its four big moons will be visible early along with glorious Saturn, with its rings open a healthy...
When planting a tree, shrub, perennial, bulb or bedding plant, always dig a square hole. (Everyone calls me a square when I tell them that!) Also, dig a hole about two feet deep or as deep as it takes to break through any decomposed granite (DG) or hard pan soil. These days, a plant is almost always grown in a round pot. So if you plant it in a round hole, what will happen? Of course, it will grow in the direction of the roots. It is like putting the plant in a bigger round container where it...
With how quickly houses are selling, is there anyone waiting to buy? I hear people comment they are waiting to buy "until the market crashes, until rates drop more, less competition" and more. Yes, all these thoughts are floating around in future buyers' minds and maybe even yours. How do you know if waiting is the right choice, or going to cost you more money while you wait? Just about any online search for housing value data will show you that the long-term trend in housing value is up. In a...
Charisse Rudolph first showed us her art at Cross Roads Gallery in 2010, and was the March guest artist in 2021 at Gallery N' Gifts. Charisse just got back from her most prestigious show in L.A. At the L.A. Art Show, Charisse displayed 18 paintings, sold two and donated another to Saint Jude's Children's Hospital. Charisse changed her medium in 2018, from realism to contemporary art and she hasn't looked back. She specializes in donkey, mules and horses which are painted in bright colors with a...
Many people have decided that bitcoin is the next big thing – and they are backing up their enthusiasm with dollars. Should you, too, consider putting money into bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies? First of all, keep in mind an essential piece of financial advice: Don't invest in something you don't understand. And bitcoin is not easily understandable. There's no physical bitcoin, nor is it backed by a bank or government. It's a digital currency, used for transactions on a decentralized network o...
Are you and your family ready for school? Make sure childhood vaccinations are at the top of your checklist! Kern County Public Health Services is offering convenient, low-cost back to school vaccinations at the Kern County Fairgrounds, 1142 P Street in Bakersfield. Appointments are preferred and prioritized and can be made by calling (661) 321-3000. “We enjoy helping local families prepare for back to school each year by providing our annual vaccination clinic,” says Brynn Carrigan, Director of Kern County Public Health Services. “This is an...
After being held virtually last fall due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kern County Superintendent of Schools office, in conjunction with the Kern High School District, will host the annual Kern County College Night in-person on Monday, September 13 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Bakersfield Convention Center. The event will feature fewer colleges and universities in attendance this year to allow for more spacing between exhibit booths. The event is free and reservations/tickets are not required. However, entry is limited to one student and one...
When I asked Adriana and Peter Garthwaite what brought them to Tehachapi, without a moment’s hesitation, Adriana said “God.” Last September, while they were attending a Feast of the Tabernacle event at Brite Lake, Adriana said she was in awe of the beauty of the greater Tehachapi area. At the time they discovered Tehachapi, they never gave a thought to moving here. It was when a woman from a local church here gave Adriana a tour that she first thought, “what a great place to live.” The Garth...
Analogies are helpful as a comparison between two things to explain technology in simple terms. Here are a few examples: Wi-Fi – You can think of Wi-Fi as a sprinkler connected to a hose. Here the hose is the internet, and the Wi-Fi "sprinkles" internet to devices that can't directly connect to the hose. Passwords – Your username and password combine to make the key to a lock on a door. The door can be your bank account, your email address or your account at Tractor Supply. The door is loc...
• Kern County has 116,120 confirmed cases to date [August 10]. • There have been 1,429 COVID-19 deaths since the start of the pandemic. • There were 210 newly reported confirmed cases August 10 and no new deaths. • 14 day case rate is 22.3 per 100,000 residents. • As of August 9, 678,712 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered to Kern County residents. 326,342 or 43.5% of Kern’s eligible population have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. •As of August 9, Kern County had 16...
Sometimes finding the perfect brand of pet food can be hard. With thousands of brands on the market, choosing one that suits your pet's needs can be intimidating and stressful. Here at Canine Creek we have many brands that might work for you! One brand we carry, FirstMate, might be a perfect option if you are looking for high quality ingredients made completely human grade. FirstMate is a Canadian company, based in Chilliwack, British Columbia, that has been family owned since 1989. They pride...
Model trains have been traditional gifts for young and old alike. The Tehachapi Loop Railroad Club would like to share their toys with all of you at their Summer Model Train Show on Saturday, Aug. 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Listen to the whistles, bells, huffing and chuffing as you watch the operating layouts in Large Scale, Lionel, HO and N Modules. It’s a fun time for the public, as well as the modelers. There will also be a promotions table f...
First and foremost I want to offer a big thank you to ... well, I don't really actually know whom to thank. Last week I had a late lunch at Village Grill before going back to my store to get ready for First Friday – a little break in a very full and long day. I was alone with a good book and I took my time, enjoying reading and eating a delicious hot beef sandwich. When it came time to go I waited for the waitress to bring me my bill. When she did come by my table she just told me to have a n...
Misty and Kevin Caudle, pastors of the Christian Life Assembly Church on Valley Blvd. in Tehachapi, were the guest speakers at the first Rotary meeting in the month of August. They both grew up in Tehachapi and have a strong desire to serve this community. Kevin explained that a few years ago he attended a City Council meeting and was dismayed to discover that, as the council members discussed organizations to approach for help with various community needs and projects, not one church was brought up or suggested. Kevin left that meeting...
Business Corporations A business corporation is an entity created by the person or persons who organize it. This legal entity may own property, enter into contracts, sue and be sued. Because it is a person, it is subject to taxation. Its owners, called shareholders, also pay tax on certain distributions made to them, such as cash dividends. This is often referred to as double taxation. Shareholders are protected from liability and their loss is limited to the amount of money they invest in the...
Carl Andrew "Andy" Sala, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 1 at his home in Shawnee, Oklahoma at the age of 63. He was born on May 2, 1958, in Bakersfield. He was the son of Jim Clarence and Lila Joy (Hancock) Sala. Andy grew up in Bakersfield and was a graduate of North High School. Following his high school graduation, Andy served his country by joining the United States Air Force. He was an airman first class and was stationed in Okinawa, Japan during most of his tour as an aircraft maintenance spe...
Do you ever feel like choosing a guilty pleasure book? I don’t mean something hot or risqué but rather, an unpraised book, a book that reviewers rake over the coals, a book readers give only one star and post a long drawn out line of complaints in the comment section. Many books are not valued by literary giants like The New York Times or touted by celebrities. Do you ever want to read them and see for yourself what they might have to offer? Sometimes you may just want to read something to re...
Did you know there are about 20 different species of wild cats that can be found in Kern County? Only two of them, mountain lions and bobcats, are native to this area, but you can see these two as well as snow leopards, fishing cats, jaguars, servals, caracals, ocelots, Canada lynx, margays, jaguarundis and more in a shady oasis only 30 miles from Tehachapi at Rosamond's Feline Conservation Center. Kern County holds many surprises, and one of them is this remarkable sanctuary, formerly known as...
The Tehachapi Area Association of Realtors recently recognized City of Tehachapi Economic Development Coordinator Corey Costelloe as the 2020 Affiliate of the Year at their annual installation event on Friday, Aug. 6 at Dorner Family Vineyard. "The Tehachapi Area Association of Realtors was proud to present Corey Costello the 2020 TAAR Affiliate of the Year Award for his tireless dedication to our association and to property owners and citizens of the Greater Tehachapi area. In a COVID stricken...
The City of Tehachapi Planning Commission approved the site plan for a new 2,400-square-foot Chipotle Mexican Grill at their Aug. 9 meeting. The new restaurant will be located in the Tehachapi Junction center near Starbucks at the corner of Tucker Road and Tehachapi Blvd. Although it will feature a drive thru, orders will need to be placed in advance with customers notified that their order is ready before entry into the drive thru is allowed. The restaurant has also agreed to add additional...
The community and the continent have been subjected to hotter than normal temperatures, drying the vegetation radically and raising the fire danger. It’s vital to keep our eyes open and take no unnecessary chances. Most certainly, clearing around our homes reduces the chances for tragedy. Our Mulligan Room patio is under construction. A smaller patio is nearby, but no food service is offered on that patio. It is mainly available for take out. It’s back! Line dancing has returned to the Cou...
I am very happy to report that there are plenty of preparations underway for the opening of the prep sports season both in Tehachapi and Kern County. After a year that saw very few of our teams compete, things are pushing forward in 2021 despite numerous obstacles. There was a great turnout at the intrasquad football scrimmage last week and one could sense the desire to see football and any local sports back in action for that matter. There were plenty of new fans clamoring for Warrior Booster...
What a difference a year makes! Tehachapi wine growers faced some unbelievable challenges in the COVID shutdown of 2020-21. The Dorner Family Vineyard opened during the shutdown after seven years of anticipation. Tehachapi Winery opened their tasting room in September 2020. Triassic moved sales outside with a drive-thru system. There were no events or musical performances and quite frankly the mood was somber across all the vineyards. We all just waited and responded to the ever-changing health...
Larry Elder loved his visit to Tehachapi on August 4. "Those are my kind of people!" From the start, the theme was clear: People are hungry for leadership in California; we've got a state to save! Larry Elder is one of 46 candidates running for Governor in the upcoming recall election. Larry Elder is polling number one. Elder, a native Californian, promised the crowd to immediately act on solving the many issues facing California today including antiquated water systems, school choice, rising cr...
