Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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Audubon meets for the first time in 2025 at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 28 at the Golden Hills Elementary School, 20215 Park Rd., Tehachapi. We will celebrate Carol Gates' 14 years of service as leader, introduce Cindy Marble and Joan Cote as new co-leaders and have a program on water birds. Bob Barnes, aka bird encyclopedia, is visiting from Ridgecrest and will be speaking on our topic. He will be using e-bird and other online birding applications to supplement his program, so bring your smart...
On my last visit to my cardiologist he told me I need to walk at least a mile a day. I listened to him and decided to walk around to yard sales in Golden Hills one day. I spotted a metal detector at one sale and thought this was another good way to encourage more walking. The metal detector was in need of a little care with fasteners lose and lots of cleaning. The owner wanted $3. But since I was concerned it wouldn't work, I walked away with my $2 detector. I got a nine volt battery from the...
Audubon meets for the first time in 2025 at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 28 at Golden Hills Elementary School. You won’t want to miss this. We are celebrating Carol Gates! She has been our leader for the past 14 years, organizing speakers, planning outings and more, all in a warm and welcoming manner. Joan Cote and myself hope to continue her tradition as she has mentored us with her careful organization, endless enthusiasm and knowledge of this community. Carol, we will celebrate you and your service with gratitude. Get your ducks in a row We a...
Ever since local author Lorena Para first introduced Orinthia Anton in "The Fera," readers have been whisked away to a universe of cosmic intrigue and high-stakes adventure. Now, with a third book on the way, "The Fallen Hunters," fans of the Space Marauder Chronicles can look forward to an even more intense, character-driven tale of alliances, betrayal and personal discovery. Slated for release in May 2025 and currently available for pre-order on Amazon, "The Fallen Hunters" promises to launch...
Tehachapi Rotary's 12 Days of Christmas food distribution program collected 110 boxes of food and supplies from community donations. The items were distributed throughout the Greater Tehachapi area to senior citizens and families who could use a little help. Participating agencies included Tehachapi Rotary, City of Tehachapi, Golden Hills CSD, Bear Valley CSD and Stallion Springs CSD. The Loop newspaper, City Hall, Tehachapi Police Department, Mountain Bible Church, and Tehachapi News were drop...
If you have lived in Tehachapi for any length of time, you have probably enjoyed eating a beautiful cake or delicious dessert made by local baker Linda Pettitt. At the Dec. 5 Rotary Club meeting, Linda treated the club to a craft talk, where a Rotarian shares their life story, and what brought them to Rotary. Linda worked for many years in Tehachapi Unified School District, teaching elementary grades, music, and special education. Born in Alabama after the end of World War II, Linda said she...
At their Nov. 21 meeting, the Board of Directors of the Golden Hills Community Services District honored Director David Shaw with a Certificate of Recognition. Shaw is stepping down after serving on the Board for nine years. Shaw, who was elected to the Board in 2016, did not run for reelection in November. The commendation noted that it was during his tenure that much of the work was done on the rehabilitation of the district's water wells as was the development of the Masterplan for the...
After three years of anticipation, local author Lorena Para returns with "The Gravity of Elendoras," the highly awaited sequel to her novel, "The Fera." Released on Nov. 30, this new installment continues the thrilling saga of Orinthia Anton, a Galactic Marauder Hunter turned space pirate, in a story brimming with high-stakes action, personal discovery and unexpected twists. "This book was a true passion project," says Lorena. "The journey to write it wasn't easy – life threw multiple u...
In 1997, we drove on 58 West toward our new home, Tehachapi. The tenor of the Mojave Desert seemed to follow us as we climbed along with stands of small Joshua trees striving to make it to higher elevation. On our left, colorful BNSF freight cars snaked along in hues of pullman green, ochre and iron red, while micro wind turbines resembling a child's Erector Set silhouetted the somber hills on either side. Just before passing the beached "SS Minnow" boat near the exit to Sand Canyon, a wedge of...
In a thrilling addition to the science fiction world, local author Lorena Para has introduced readers to a universe of epic fight scenes, intriguing characters and spacefaring adventures. Her novel, "The Fera" has garnered rave reviews from readers who praise its immersive storytelling and unforgettable female lead, Orinthia Anton ... a Galactic Marauder Hunter turned space pirate. Readers are calling "The Fera" an "amazing first entry into this series..." and "fun and fast paced with vivid,...
French composer Claude Debussy once said "There is nothing more musical than a sunset," and with that sentiment in mind, the Tehachapi Mountains enjoy the lingering notes, the pleasant melodies, of many beautiful sunsets. One requirement for a colorful sunset is some high clouds that catch the sun's rays as it lowers, and that is why mountains like ours are often conducive to great sunsets – mountains tend to have clouds. Even on mostly clear days, where the sky overhead is an infinite blue, som...
When I was a teenager, I often had dreams in which I was flying low over and through mountains, following the currents and looking down on the peaks and valleys. At times, they looked like I could reach out and touch them. As an adult, I often had the opportunity to fly in small planes, but as fun as it was it was always noisy and it seemed we were always going somewhere. It was never like my dreams. On moving to Tehachapi about 13 years ago, I learned that the community had two airports. One...
Golden Hills Community Services District The five members of the Golden Hills Community Services District Board of Directors are all elected at-large, meaning they do not represent any specific area. Each is elected for a four-year term. Terms for three of the directors will be up for election in November. Directors David Benham and Joe King have filed for reelection. Director David Shaw has chosen not to run again. Two other candidates have filed for a seat on the Board. They are retired firefi...
As the summer begins to wind down on another eventful season in Tehachapi, I'm filled with a sense of enthusiasm and positivity I've never quite had before. Tehachapi's parks and recreation landscape is evolving, and it's clear that the future is brighter than ever. This past summer, TVRPD partnered with a number of local agencies that have not only strengthened our community but also saw the results of collaborative efforts in parks and recreation. As part of Parks & Recreation Month in July,...
On Aug. 19, at approximately 10:14 p.m., the Tehachapi Police Department received a call for service regarding an individual under the influence of alcohol and marijuana in the 800 block of Tucker Road. Officers arrived and contacted Joseph Lopez, 35, of Golden Hills and Rachel Stillman, 23, of Tehachapi, in their vehicle. During the investigation, it was discovered Lopez had two misdemeanor warrants, one of which was a "no bail" arrest warrant for assault. Lopez was subsequently taken into...
Please join us on Tuesday, Aug. 27, from 7 to 9 p.m., for our next quarterly meeting. Our speaker will be Erin Gates, with Miranda Hernandez assisting, from the César E. Chávez National Monument. We meet at the Golden Hills Elementary school cafeteria, 20215 Park Rd. Raffle and refreshments are an added bonus. About Erin Gates Gates serves as the superintendent of César E. Chávez National Monument in Keene, California. In her most recent role at Redwood National and State Parks, where she ser...
Major Jason E. George VFW 12114 joined our Tehachapi community for the Tehachapi Night Out held on Aug. 6. The event helps our children to become aware of our community services such as the police, paramedics, fire department and many other organizations that are here to help us all. Major George VFW 12114, located at the Little Red School House in Golden Hills, donated $350 to the Tehachapi Police Foundation to buy 500 hot dogs to be given away complimentary to everyone attending the event....
On July 20, Lhana and Klaire, a new clothing boutique, celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting. Treating guests with a substantial buffet, owner Merriel Charisse Colorado Corpus McCallum and her family and friends excitedly shared the offerings at this new clothing boutique. Residents enjoyed browsing the selection of light summer dresses to fancier fare for special occasions, as well as 10% off purchases. It's clear that Lhana and Klaire has a selection of women's wear that...
At the weekly meeting of the Rotary Club of Tehachapi on July 25, the club welcomed Carol Gates, a member of the Tehachapi Group of the Kern Audubon Society. The Kern Audubon Society was founded in 1973, and since there were so many members from Tehachapi, the Tehachapi Group of the Kern Audubon Society was created in 2009. Carol's interest in birds began early, as her father was a founding member of the Kern Audubon Society in 1973. Their mission is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems,...
Tehachapi residents interested in running for district office can now begin the process of filing their declarations of candidacy. The filing period officially opened on July 15, 2024, and candidates have until 5 p.m. on August 9, 2024, to submit their paperwork to the Elections Division. If an incumbent does not file by this deadline, a 5-day extension will allow non-incumbent candidates to file. However, this extension does not apply if the incumbent is termed out or if the office is vacant....
Each month, the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce holds an educational Lunch & Learn event for businesses and individuals in the community. This month, the Lunch & Learn will be hosted by Mango Haus Lounge, located at 20601 W. Valley Blvd., on June 24 at noon. Daniel Burgess from Golden Hills IT will share best practices for keeping your business secure in a time of incessant cyber-attacks. Learn actionable tips to close gaps in security on your own, identify major security concerns for...
Hello, neighbors! I want to take this opportunity to reintroduce our small business. I am Laura, the owner and designer at Blooms, and we have been in business for about 10 months. For those of you just discovering us, let me tell you a bit about us. Blooms operates from a home floral studio in Golden Hills and delivers fresh flower arrangements, subscriptions and custom orders for events all over the Greater Tehachapi area. Whether it is a one-time order for a special occasion; a recurring...
Before the City of Tehachapi planned its first two ventures into public recreation, the pickleball courts at the police station and the 5-A-side soccer field at the newly opened Valley Park, they began an assessment into the recreation facilities available throughout the Greater Tehachapi Area from all providers including programs, facilities and operations. To save public funds, the city staff undertook a comprehensive analysis of each recreational entity within the Tehachapi area with a focus...
Tehachapi Valley Recreation & Park District (TVRPD) is excited to declare July as Parks & Recreation Month. This year's theme, "Where You Belong," captures what we aim to provide – a welcoming space where everyone in Tehachapi can find their place. Parks & Recreation month is a time to celebrate our parks, appreciate the outdoors and encourage everyone to get outside, be active, and connect with nature together. Throughout July, TVRPD will host a variety of events and activities designed to s...
A plumbing leak can quickly escalate from a minor inconvenience to a major disaster, causing significant damage to your home and possessions. Knowing how to handle an emergency leak can save you hundreds of dollars in repair costs and prevent extensive water damage. Here are some crucial steps to take if you encounter a plumbing leak, brought to you by John The Plumber. 1. Know your main water shut-off valve The first and most important step in any plumbing emergency is to stop the flow of...
