Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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When I was 10 years old and attending the fifth grade in Tehachapi Grammar School, we gathered in our classroom and before class began, recited the Pledge of Allegiance and then sang the patriotic hymn, "My Country 'tis of Thee." It was a nice song and we liked it. Written by Samuel Francis Smith, this would have been in 1938. One morning our teacher, Mrs. Webb said, "Our national anthem is 'The Star Spangled Banner' and has been since 1931 when it was officially declared the anthem of this...
Amidst Tehachapi's daily happenings, a man with a passion for diesel engines has been quietly transforming lives since 2001. Meet Raul Tapia, a seasoned diesel mechanic turned facilitator, whose mobile training courses have offered opportunities for aspiring mechanics from all walks of life. Operating out of his custom-equipped trailer turned mobile classroom, Raul travels equipped with all the necessary gear and tools to train new mechanics. His training goes beyond technical know-how,...
[Correction: In the July 6 issue of The Loop, it was mistakenly stated that Carl Gehricke would not be seeking re-election to the seat on the Greater Tehachapi Valley Healthcare District that he has held since 2021. Gehricke has stated that his name will be on the ballot in November for one of the three open seats.] At the June 18 meeting of the Tehachapi Valley Healthcare District, Director Carl Gehricke announced that he would not be running for reelection in November when his term is up....
The featured speaker at the June 22 meeting of the Rotary Club of Tehachapi was Scarlett Sabin, house director at the Ronald McDonald House in Bakersfield. Scarlett has worked at the Ronald McDonald House since it was established in December 2008. The Bakersfield Ronald McDonald House is located on the property of Bakersfield Memorial Hospital; however, they accommodate families who have children in any hospital in Bakersfield. It provides a comfortable alternative to sleeping in a chair or...
Over 60 seniors from the Tehachapi area gathered on June 6 to attend the annual Tea Party, hosted by the Rotary Club of Tehachapi. It was a day of style and elegance, as the participants donned fancy attire and fabulous hats for high tea served in the lovely shaded garden of The Woods Pavilion. The venue was elegantly staged with linens and china table settings. Members of the Rotary Club of Tehachapi prepared and served all the food and beverages. As is the tradition, the high tea began with a...
Donna Patricia Richie was born in Brighton, Massachusetts on Aug. 27, 1946 to Donald and Catherine Murley. Donna passed away at home on June 22 in Tehachapi at the age of 77. Donna grew up in New England, the eldest of four children. She took the role as the eldest very seriously, setting a moral standard for her younger siblings. Hard work and honesty were principles that guided her throughout her entire life. Donna earned her Associate of Science degree as a registered nurse in 1968. The Murle...
Betty June Burgeis went to be with the Lord with her husband and children by her side on June 24 in Bakersfield, California. Betty loved God above all. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, watching hummingbirds in her backyard and being a present and loving grandma and nana to her grandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by her father, Jimmy Morphis. Betty is survived by her husband of 49 years – Donald Burgeis. Daughters Stephanie (spouse Terry) and Crystal (spouse Jesus). Grandchildren Austin, L...
Hey T-Town. Thank you to those of you that have reached and gave me positive feedback. Much appreciated! So, enough about me. I now want to get into a little history of Tehachapi's local music scene. And what I'm talking about, specifically, is Rock & Roll, cover band, bar band stuff. I am no aficionado on Folk, Classical, etc. I reached out to my old friends Dave Bouldin and Dennis Collins and had a wonderful chat with both! Dave is a singer/guitarist and Dennis ran sound for many bands. Dave...
On June 22, Coldwell Banker Frontier Real Estate celebrated the grand opening of their Tehachapi office with the help of employees, friends and family, as well as members of the community and the Chamber of Commerce. CEO David Knoeb cut the ribbon, assisted by family members Scott Knoeb and Misty Knoeb. Coldwell Banker Frontier was also given recognition by Mayor Michael Davies and State Senator Shannon Grove. Coldwell Banker Frontier has recently opened offices in Tehachapi, Ridgecrest,...
Thank you Lorena Semerenko and Amber Mitchell for your support of the annual American Association of University Women fundraiser. When approached to continue that which Will Viner started over 15 years ago, the new owners of Tehachapi Hitching Post Theater did not even skip a beat. This is one of two annual fundraisers for AAUW Scholarship Fund for Women. In addition to the fundraiser, which starts in September and ends with a drawing at our Christmas party, Lorena and Amber have promised to honor the ticket held by last year’s winner and c...
Have you ever been in a bragging contest? Trying to one up the other guy with something like, "my fish was so big the boat started to sink." Swearing that a series of incredible events really happened in relation to subjects like ghosts, aliens or time travel? A tall tale is an account that is fanciful and difficult to believe. Perhaps exaggerating in order to make a story more enticing while creating an incredible visual for the entertainment of an audience of one or a roomful. The difference...
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Barrett Charles Hoyle of Tehachapi, California. He died peacefully at home on June 26, at the age of 77. Barry was born in San Jose, California on November 20, 1946, to parents Benjamin and Loretta (Weltz) Hoyle. He graduated from Palmdale High School's class of 1965. A proud veteran, Barry served three years in the Army shortly after high school. Barry was a maintenance mechanic for McDonnell Douglas and Boeing, retiring after 25 years. His...
If you have been finding lots of pincher bugs or earwigs in your house or yard this spring, you are not alone. It appears that 2024 has been a banner year for them. So let's look into what they are, and why there are so many this year. Pincher bugs are insects with forcep-like structures at the end of their abdomen called cerci, and these cerci are of course the source of the name pincher bug. Or "pinchy bug," as little Kylah started calling them when she was three. They are also called...
Fourth of July fireworks are awesome, but that's not always the case for your pets! Canine Creek has got that covered with ThunderShirt Anxiety Vests, Calming Bliss Bars, CBD Relief for Pets and more! Stop in at 798 Tucker Rd., Ste. 5, in Tehachapi....
As July 4th approaches, it's time again for Benz Bad Bulls, presented by Bill Wright Toyota and North Bakersfield Toyota. This year marks the 24th year that TMRA has brought Benz Bad Bulls to the area. This year, mutton busting busters will compete for a new pair of boots and a very special trick riding act, Spencer Rose and her daughter Lotti, to complement the bull riding. Bull riders from all over the west and other countries will compete for the purse of $10,000, making it one of the...
The City of Tehachapi is proud to host the All-American 4th of July Festival, presented by Kaiser Permanente and WM on Thursday, July 4. Community members are invited to attend this family-friendly festival with vendors, food, games, live music and more. The main festival will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Philip Marx Central Park, as well as related activities happening all throughout the day and all around town. The day kicks off with the Ed Grimes Memorial Pancake Breakfast at 8 a.m....
In 1981, Mike Henson started Maranatha Gardening with his family, serving all of Kern County. After a few years, Maranatha Gardening became Maranatha Landscape and Gardening Inc., flourishing in the contractor's world of design. Over the past 43 years, Maranatha has further expanded from complete outdoor landscaping designs, adding a bulk yard where you will find the largest selection of rock, bark, sand, boulders, pavers and flagstone. With everything Maranatha has to offer, we have added more!...
In mid May, 50 nationally known plein air artists journeyed to Tehachapi for the fourth paint out sponsored by the Tehachapi Arts Commission. Many of these artists were returning for the fourth year in a row to gather ideas and begin works of art that would be brought to life and completed in their home studio. The finished works have been submitted and juried into the Art 2024 Tehachapi show to be held July 19-21 at the Aspen Builders Activity Center, located at 410 W. D St. in Tehachapi. This...
"The Stearns & Foster Reserve® Collection is the most comfortable - and beautiful - mattress we've ever made." – Stearns and Foster Who makes anything by hand anymore? Stearns & Foster does! Their mattresses have been handmade in the USA since the mid-1800s. They are crafted by certified master craftsmen using the finest quality materials available. Stearns & Foster mattresses are designed with breathable materials and a stretch knit covering made from Tencel, a sustainably sourced fiber t...
Sunergeo Biological Farming is excited to bring the community a full and more consistent supply of produce this year now that owner Gerry Davis has fully retired from his career with Cal-Organic Farms and is devoting full time to the Sunergeo farm. They expect to have wintertime supplies of some items through March. Several new crops have been added to the lineup such as celery, leeks, Asian greens, Asian beans, shishito peppers, amaranth, napa cabbage, canary melons and watermelons. And, of...
Django Stauffer is a singer/songwriter from Tehachapi. He specializes in American folk music, playing both traditional and original tunes. His repertoire is well-rounded, also including country and jazz influences. Django Stauffer will be performing in Central Park on the 4th of July from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m....
The City of Tehachapi and Houchin Community Blood Bank (HCBB) are hosting a Blood Drive on Wednesday, June 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. HCBB will team up with Tehachapi Vineyard Church, Tehachapi Valley Healthcare District and the City of Tehachapi to provide an opportunity to give back to the community by donating blood. The drive will be held at Tehachapi Vineyard Church, 502 E. Pinon St. Reserve a time to donate by signing up on the HCBB website at hcbb.com/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/7711....
By the looks of all those photos floating around on the internet, it's already been a busy summer for Tehachapi residents. So many fun adventures, family get-togethers and just crazy, creative photos are being splashed around. Tehachapi Valley Arts Association and Gallery 'N' Gifts invites you all to show off those amazing photos for a chance to win ribbons, one of seven $25 first place category prizes, or who knows, you could be the one to take home the $100 best of show prize! Photo...
On Thursday, June 27, and again on Thursday, July 25 from 7:30 to 9 a.m., Tehachapi Police Chief Richard Standridge invites the community to join him and his command staff at Mountain Coffee House, 120 S. Mill St., Tehachapi, for Coffee with the Chief. Following the local tradition of Coffee with the Mayor and Coffee with a Cop events, Chief Standridge would like to make himself available for a conversation and a cup of coffee in a nice, relaxed atmosphere. Mountain House Coffee is a perfect...
Trail's End Farm is a small farm in Walker Basin, California. They have four acres with one acre for veggie and flower production, a quarter acre orchard and the remaining 2.75 acres are grazed by animals. The focus is to transform previous horse pastures full of weed seeds and compaction to beautiful, organic matter heavy soil to grow nutrient-dense food. They are not "certified organic," but practice organic growing principles by never spraying herbicides or pesticides and minimally till....
