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  • Bench Dedication Ceremony, May 22

    May 11, 2024

    The City of Tehachapi is assisting the Tehachapi American Legion Post 221 with a bench dedication ceremony on Wednesday, May 22 at 10 a.m. This will be the second custom-made wind turbine bench the City of Tehachapi is dedicating to our veteran community. "We appreciate this thoughtful and generous donation of custom-made benches and wanted to make sure they are on public display in special locations throughout Tehachapi. Our American Legion Post 221 was the first organization we thought of," sa...

  • Wreaths Across America in Tehachapi

    Pat Doody, staff writer|Dec 23, 2023

    At 5 p.m. on Dec. 16, local veterans groups gathered at Freedom Plaza to place wreaths before the monuments representing the U.S. Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Space Force and Merchant Marines. This year a seventh wreath was placed in honor of the 93,129 U.S. servicemen listed as MIA/POW. Following the National Anthem, sung by Marcus Coats, Mistress of Ceremonies Lynn Eckert of American Legion Post 221 introduced guest speaker, Sam McEwen. Local groups involved in the ceremonies were 5150...

  • Holiday Calendar of Events

    The Loop, staff|Nov 18, 2023

    Holiday Decorating Contest Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce Second annual Decorating Contest for Downtown businesses and the theme is "Past, Present and Future." Decorate your business window to celebrate Tehachapi Hometown Christmas! Must be fun and most importantly represent Tehachapi. Prizes will be awarded to first and second place winners. Contest ends Dec. 2. Friday, Nov. 24 and Saturday, Nov. 25 Holiday Bazaar, hosted by the Bear Valley Springs Cultural Arts Association. Nov. 24 10...

  • Wreaths Across America in Tehachapi

    Pat Doody, staff writer|Dec 31, 2022

    All branches of service were represented at two Wreaths Across America ceremonies held at Freedom Plaza on Saturday, Dec. 17. Representatives of each branch of service placed a wreath in front of the Freedom Plaza monuments. From left are Bill Chavez - Army, Lynn Eckert - Marines, Ronald Miller - Navy, Carrie Morgan - Air Force, Nate Burious - Space Force. To the right out of the photograph were Eric Purdy - Merchant Marines and Matt Guggemos - POW/MIA....

  • Veterans remembered on Dec. 18 with Wreaths Across America

    Tanya Joham, staff writer|Jan 8, 2022

    On the evening of Dec. 18, the community of Tehachapi came together at Freedom Plaza on the corner of Tehachapi Blvd. and Curry St. after laying over 720 holiday wreaths on the tombstones of every veteran in Tehachapi's Eastside and Westside cemeteries for a brief yet moving ceremony. Tehachapi was only one of over 3,000 communities across the country to participate. The mission statement of Wreaths Across America is "Remember, Honor, Teach." Ideals that were embraced that day. Jason Stanley, Co...

  • Cheryl Wilson

    Judith Campanaro, contributing writer|Jan 8, 2022

    "Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around." – Leo Buscaglia Have you ever met someone who is completely authentic? If so, that is a person you will cherish. Cheryl Wilson is such a person – someone you will never forget. This beautiful woman has a way of making life better for whomever she comes in contact. She cares, she shares, and she is...

  • Veterans Day in Tehachapi

    Pat Doody, staff writer|Nov 20, 2021

    At 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 members of the American Legion and Legion Riders raised the American flag in Philip Marx Central Park. The eleventh day of the eleventh month in 1918 was the day and time of the signing of the armistice ending World War I. It was renamed Veterans Day in 1954 and honors the veterans of all branches of the military. Veterans groups set up booths throughout the park, a model encampment was set up and a mini-boot camp was available for kids to try their skills. The veteran-run...

  • Calendar of Events

    Nov 20, 2021

    Holiday Decorating Contest Sponsored by The Loop newspaper and the City of Tehachapi. Stop in at The Loop office at 206 S. Green St. to sign up or contact City Hall at (661) 822-2200 ext. 102 or email [email protected]. Expanded area for contest: Greater Tehachapi area homes & businesses, including Downtown, City, East and West Golden Hills, Oak Knolls, Bear Valley Springs, Stallion Springs and Sand Canyon. Deadline to enter: December 10 at noon. Judging during the evenings of Dec....

  • Tehachapi Veterans honor Police Department with Memorial Posters for respect shown to Tehachapi WWII Veterans

    Capt. Ed Sullivan - Rt., Field Coordinator|Jan 2, 2021

    On December 18, after the 6 p.m. "Wreaths Across America" program at Freedom Plaza in Tehachapi, veterans and shop owners in Tehachapi presented Police Chief Kent Kroeger and the TPD with memorial posters of Tehachapi's WWII Veterans who the department honored with a reception and tour of the new police station. Capt. Ed Sullivan of the National WWII Memorial Committee and Laura Coaly of Witt's printing made the WWII Veterans posters for the Tehachapi Police Department in memory of the respect...

  • Local Veteran walks for Wreaths Across America

    Therese Luther, staff writer|Nov 7, 2020

    Christine Marie, 20 year combat Army veteran, Army medic, now a nurse, repertory theater performer, opera vocalist, writer, who also creates her own line of jewelry, took to the streets of Tehachapi Friday, October 30, walking 19 miles to raise funds for Wreaths Across America and Blue Star Mothers. She walked alone dressed in her fatigues, carrying the American flag. Wreaths Across America honors Veterans every year in December by laying wreaths on their graves in a ceremony meant to Remember...

  • Highlighting success within the economic landscape of our community

    Corey Costelloe, Economic Development Coordinator|Jul 18, 2020

    Local restaurants/City come together for outdoor dining efforts On July 1, California Governor Gavin Newsom rolled back Kern County's re-opening by ordering all restaurants to close indoor dining. This move was not as simple as expected given the reality that many employees just recently returned to work following the March-mandated shutdown. As a result of this, and the reality that the summer weather in Tehachapi is far more conducive to outdoor dining than the weather during March's first...

  • City of Tehachapi adds umbrellas to downtown

    Jul 18, 2020

    The City of Tehachapi added 14 new umbrellas to downtown picnic tables in public spaces to help local eateries with outdoor seating. Tehachapi Economic Development Coordinator Corey Costelloe talked with local business owners and found a common issue regarding not having enough outdoor seating areas for curbside and take out customers. "They've (restaurants) struggled with finding enough outdoor seating to accommodate customers and comply with COVID-19 directives," said Costelloe. Costelloe...

  • Jay Schlosser wins Regional Award

    Pat Doody|Jan 18, 2020

    On Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020, Tehachapi's Development Services Director Jay Schlosser received word that he had been awarded the 2019 Outstanding Civil Engineer in the Public Sector for Region 9 (State of California) from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). This is a huge honor for Schlosser who had won the award for the San Joaquin Valley in July and Los Angeles Section last September before moving on to the Regional level. The ASCE is made up of 10 regions and has over 100,000...

  • Wreaths Across America celebrated in Tehachapi

    Dec 21, 2019

    Wreaths Across America is an annual national observance celebrated by communities in respect for all deceased veterans, everywhere. This year it was held on Dec. 14. The observance is in REMEMBRANCE of fallen veterans from all wars, conflicts, or police actions. The placement of wreaths HONOR those veterans who served their country, often unseen, with quiet dignity and full allegiance. Generational in its observance, it helps to TEACH the value of freedom. The holding of these national...

  • Holiday season in Tehachapi

    Greg Garrett, Tehachapi City Manager|Nov 23, 2019

    It's certainly the holiday season as our public works team completes one of my favorite tasks, putting up the Christmas decorations Downtown. We reinvested in new decorations a year ago with LED snowflakes along with illuminated garlands adorning each Downtown light post. This year we purchased a few more for Mill Street and the new transit center so the entrance to our City off of Highway 58 and the heavily-used parking and ridesharing facility had the same dose of Christmas cheer. Thanks once...

  • Jay Schlosser honored by ASCE

    Pat Doody|Sep 28, 2019

    The Los Angeles Section of The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) will be honoring Tehachapi Development Services Director Jay Schlosser on the evening of Oct. 5 in Long Beach. Schlosser has been awarded 2019 Outstanding Civil Engineer in the Public Sector for the Los Angeles Section. He had been honored at the local level on Sept. 19 by the South San Joaquin branch making him one of seven competing for the honor. He and two other engineers will then go on to compete at the Regional leve...

  • Importance of tourism in Tehachapi

    Greg Garrett, Tehachapi City Manager|Sep 28, 2019

    Tehachapi continues to drive conversation in Kern County, especially among visitors and those that spend time in our community as a quick weekend getaway. The GranFondo, completed a few weeks back, was a great example. Over 1,000 riders, their supporters and community members flooded Downtown on an unseasonably warm September day to enjoy the festivities and the physical challenge. Many of these riders were returning to our community as they have made the ride an annual tradition. GranFondo,...

  • The City of Tehachapi: Then and now

    Jon Hammond|Aug 3, 2019

    Tehachapi has one of the prettiest downtown areas in Kern County, and it keeps getting more attractive, thanks to ongoing efforts by the City of Tehachapi and local business owners. There are pocket parks, landscaping, benches, vintage-style street lights, brickwork, top quality signage, tastefully painted buildings and more. There is an overall forward momentum, and a feeling that higher standards have been established. Both residents and visitors alike appreciate the welcoming and picturesque...

  • Sip Sip Hooray Summer Wine Walk in Downtown Tehachapi on July 20

    Photo courtesy Nick Smirnoff-NPPA|Jun 22, 2019

    Celebrate summer in Tehachapi at the Sip Sip Hooray Wine Walk. To be held on Saturday, July 20 in Downtown Tehachapi, wine and beer from Tehachapi producers will be featured. The Wine Walk runs from 6 to 9 p.m. and will be held in three downtown parks, Centennial Plaza, Railroad Park and Freedom Plaza. Start at any of the three parks. Register to win a free vacation, courtesy of Travel by Jenni. Winner will receive seven days and six nights at a five-star, all-inclusive resort. The trip for two...

  • Sage Ranch gets initial approval

    Pat Doody|Feb 16, 2019

    Sage Ranch may be the largest planned community ever presented to the Tehachapi Planning Commission but, by the end of the presentation, the commission found that Tehachapi resident Stuart Natch and JZMK Partners had done their homework and presented a well thought out project that does fit within the City's General Plan for growth. In this initial presentation, the Planning Commission was only approving the preliminary plan which is strictly conceptual and allows them to go on to the next step...

  • Wreaths Across America celebrated in Tehachapi

    Photos by Nick Smirnoff - NPPA unless otherwise noted|Dec 22, 2018

    Wreaths Across America is an annual national observance celebrated by communities in respect for all deceased veterans, everywhere. This year it was held on Dec. 15. The observance is in REMEMBRANCE of fallen veterans from all wars, conflicts, or police actions. The placement of wreaths HONOR those veterans who served their country, often unseen, with quiet dignity and full allegiance. Generational in its observance, it helps to TEACH the value of freedom. The holding of these national...

  • TMTA donates bicycle service station

    Aug 18, 2018

    Tehachapi Mountain Trail Association has donated a bicycle pump and service station to the City. It has been placed on Curry Street next to Freedom Plaza and the Tehachapi Visitor Center. Tools are attached to the unit and may be used for bicycle repairs. There is a QR Code on the unit that a rider can use to access instructions for making repairs they may not know how to make. Thank you TMTA!...

  • Welcome Summer with Sip Sip Hurray, Main Street's Summer Wine Walk

    May 26, 2018

    Main Street Tehachapi has planned a new event to welcome summer this year. The Sip Sip Hurray Wine Walk will take place on Saturday, June 23 from 7-9:30 p.m. with a change from previous Wine Walks, the wine will be served in three downtown parks: Centennial Plaza, Railroad Park and Freedom Plaza at the Visitors Center, rather than walking to the downtown businesses. Ticket holders can start at any of the three locations to pick up their specially printed wine glass with tasting tickets and a...

  • Tehachapi's Freedom Plaza earns Statewide recognition

    Apr 14, 2018

    Tehachapi's Freedom Plaza and Visitor's Center, already a recipient of three regional awards by the American Society of Civil Engineers and the American Council for Engineering Companies, was recognized on March 23 with another award at the State level. "The American Society of Civil Engineers is both the largest and most prestigious civil engineering group in the United States. This award from Region 9 of the ASCE represents the highest award in our category for the State of California. The...

  • City of Tehachapi: A $20 million business

    Tina Fisher Cunningham, Fisher Forde Media|Feb 3, 2018

    The city of Tehachapi is run as a business. "We are a non-profit business," City Manager Greg Garrett told members of the Kiwanis Club of Tehachapi on Jan. 31 at the Tehachapi Police Department Community Room. "The trick is keeping the lights on," he said. The city operates the water and service utilities and owns, among other properties, the train depot museum, the BeeKay Theatre, the police department building and the wastewater treatment plant. "We have highly trained professionals," he...

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