Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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Joseph Dean Ray, III, fondly known as Grandpa Joe, was born Feb. 24, 1935 in Depew, Oklahoma where he was raised by his paternal grandparents. He passed March 23 at Tehachapi Adventist Hospital. His favorite memory was Grandma's cinnamon rolls. "Joe D! Are you in those cinnamon rolls?" and he would sheepishly exit the pantry. In 1945, he moved to Coalinga, California to join his father, stepmother and their three children, Charles, Douglas and Linda Ray. He graduated from Coaling High in 1954....
The City of Tehachapi is inviting the community to take part in our Earth Day Cleanup Event on Monday, April 22 to pick up litter around the Antelope Run Bike Path. The event will begin at 8:30 a.m. starting at the lot behind Sonic Drive-In, 1040 W. Valley Blvd., Tehachapi. Trash bags, gloves, picker tools, and safety vests will be provided. "Community pride is one of the things that makes Tehachapi such a wonderful place to live. This has become a joint effort between the citizens, local...
In the early 1800s, the entire San Joaquin Valley of Central California was populated by the Native Americans of that region. The larger portion of the population were Yokut, but there were a significant number of alternate tribes in the area. The Gold Rush and the influx of settlers and miners were to inevitably displace the natural residents of the area. It was not to the Native Americans' advantage as there was bloodshed and broken treaties. The resistance continued for decades with...
The bee's knees was flattering praise used by flappers in the 1920s and even earlier in the 1800s when shop owners sent their buyers out to "find me the bee's knees," meaning they wanted the best materials for their business. The term bee's knees defines something that is surprisingly wonderful or cool. It's a compliment. It's also a descriptor from the olden days, grown out of its prime and now passe'. But did you know that bees actually do have knees? They have what could be termed balls and s...
Can you remember the first time you met Gary Mazzola? Of course you can. If you're new to Tehachapi Community Theatre Association, you probably greeted him as he entered the theater, cane in hand and shuffled up to the sound/lighting tech booth (no small feat for him). Maybe you were lucky enough to catch him onstage as Norman Thayer in "On Golden Pond," or maybe he convinced you to join in on one of his video projects. You got to know him as the accomplished senior member of our world-renowned...
The guest speaker at the April 4 Rotary meeting held at Kelcy's Restaurant was Cheryl Butters, who, with her husband Mike, operates five live train-watching cameras that can be accessed by the public on their YouTube channel. Mike comes from a family of railfans in Manhattan, New York. He and Cheryl purchased their first camera and installed it at their home on January 4, 2018. The live stream is titled "Tehachapi Live Train Cams and Airbnb at West Cable" on YouTube. With the success of the firs...
This winter and spring we've had the good fortune to have an average amount of precipitation, about 11.5 inches worth of rain and snow. And though we have had snow, it was a pretty mild winter without exceptionally low temperatures, so we had almost no examples of an unusual weather condition called pogonip. The word pogonip is derived from a Shoshoni word for this phenomena, and it refers to what is basically frozen fog that forms on exposed surfaces during very cold, windy nights. The result...
The celebration of young artists at Gallery N' Gifts on April 6 was a grand event. People from several nearby cities came to see what our local youth were up to creatively, and they were not disappointed. Watercolors, sculptures, acrylic, oils, pen, pencil and mixed media artwork were on colorful display in this annual event sponsored by Tehachapi Valley Arts Association. "It is so fun to see what these talented kids come up with each April, and even more fun to watch the artistic growth of the...
Mark your calendars for April 20 and the Tehachapi Wind Festival. This fun event, hosted by the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce and Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Parks District, is celebrating the wind that gives us our reputation and powers our homes. This family-friendly event will have kite flying tournaments, delicious food, vendors, games and more. If you're a local vendor or business and would like to participate or partner with the Chamber on this event, please call (661)...
The Tehachapi City Council meets on the first and third Monday of the month at 6 p.m. They are currently meeting at the Police Department Community Room, 220 W. C St....
Tax-related identity theft occurs when someone uses a taxpayer's stolen Social Security number and name to file a tax return to claim a fraudulent refund. Often the taxpayer doesn't know this has occurred until they try to file a legitimate tax return and have their return rejected with an error code stating that a return has already been filed using that name and Social Security number. This article discusses the steps to take when a taxpayer's identity has been stolen, along with helpful sugge...
In the quaint corners of Tehachapi lies a hidden gem, the Healthy Hippie Trading Co., where the wonders of nature converge with wellness. Nestled within the Old Town area at 20418 Brian Way, this haven curated by Sarah Rose offers a bounty of health treasures, including the locally beloved Bear Valley Mushrooms. Bear Valley Mushrooms, crafted with care and passion, offer a gateway to a world of wellness through mushroom extracts. While the idea of mushrooms might conjure images of savory dishes...
New hours at the Arts Center We are now open six days a week. Regular hours are Monday-Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Note: We stay open later for unique events such as Thursday's Farmers Market, local fairs, community events and holidays. If the flags are out, we're open! Classes and Events First Friday falls on April 5, so don't forget to come out for food, fun and drinks from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Tehachapi Arts Center. Enjoy the music and refreshments and meet...
Southern Pacific steam locomotive #1213 is famous for its appearance in the 1955 Kirk Douglas western film, "Man Without a Star." The steamer was made to look like an 1800s locomotive to fit the time period of the old west. One fact that most rail fans will pick up on is the build dates on the cattle cars that #1213 is pulling. They are more modern, from the 1920-1930s. Train #1213 is a 0-6-0, which refers to the wheel arrangement, meaning the locomotive has no lead wheels or trailing trucks,...
This is the season where families invite rabbits into their homes, rabbits who bring baskets of goodies. The most playful ones take joy in hiding colored eggs for children to find. Dyed eggs and chocolates abound, with an abundance of jelly beans and the occasional sugary peep. Spring has sprung and Easter is nigh. Rabbits as main characters in novels abound as well. The poignant "Velveteen Rabbit" by Margery Williams brings us the tender story of love between a boy and his stuffed rabbit. A...
Over the last year, sign-maker JR Long has become somewhat of a hero in Tehachapi, beginning with the production of a 100-foot banner depicting the history of Tehachapi and more recently, the painting of the city logo on the iconic water tower in Railroad Park. Long has been a sign maker for 33 years and moved here from Lancaster following COVID, joining his four sons as a Tehachapi resident. His resume as a sign maker includes work for Legoland, Magic Mountain, Knotts Berry Farm, Northrop...
Do you have kids? Do they love trucks? Are you a big kid yourself? Well this is the event for you! Bring your family to the Tehachapi Mountain Jr. Rodeo Association's Touch-A-Truck event. Kids will be allowed to explore, climb in and learn about different types of equipment and trucks. This is a great opportunity for kids and parents to explore together and learn more about everyday jobs performed in your community. The event will be held on Sunday, April 14 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Tehachapi...
Stray Leaves Vineyard and Tasting Room has accomplished a great deal since it first began. Vineyard owner, Clifford Meridth, had always enjoyed taking care of his plants, tending to the garden each year with fruit trees and vegetables. His land of 25 acres, that he had acquired over the years for his horses, gave him an opportunity to put his gardening skills and love of wine to use. Back in 2009, Clifford began to plant the first vines of Riesling, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon in his vineyard....
Established in 2016, Crown Drilling Services operates in both Texas and California, with operations manager Josh Lynch at the helm of California operations. Crown Drilling's service area covers all of the Central Valley and surrounding mountain areas, such as Tehachapi. From 24/7 emergency repair to large projects, Crown Drilling handles all things wells. Josh and his team specialize in hard rock drilling and are highly experienced in both residential and industrial well-drilling. Their work,...
If you've driven around Tehachapi the last few weeks, you've seen signs for John McCraw Electrical off Highway 202 and around town. You may have even seen utility trucks with the logo driving through the hills. Every time I see these signs, I smile, knowing that John is somewhere in Tehachapi making life better for residents. John McCraw first came into the Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce in November last year, looking to join and expand his thriving electrician business in Santa Clarita to...
Tehachapi Valley Arts Association is excited to announce their 2024 All Tehachapi Youth Art Contest. For more than 30 years, the contest has been an exciting opportunity for young artists to annually show off their beautiful works of art. Please help TVAA celebrate the creative efforts of our local youth by joining the First Friday celebration at Gallery 'N' Gifts on April 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. There will also be a special Saturday cookies and punch reception on April 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m....
The Tehachapi City Council welcomed their new District 5 representative, Hannah Chung, at the March 18 City Council meeting. After being sworn in, the council stood for a photo. From left are Jeanette Pauer, Mayor Pro-tem Joan Pogon-Cord, Chung and Phil Smith. Mayor Michael Davies was unable to attend the meeting. Chung is no stranger to city government as she was Finance Director for the City of Tehachapi for 20 years before retiring in January of 2022. It was Chung who began the legacy of...
Well water was again a topic at the March board meeting of the Golden Hills Community Services District. In one last try to find potable water in what is called the "salvage area" – an area near Tom Sawyer Lake and is not under the control of the Tehachapi Cummings Community Water District – the GHCSD hired the consulting firm of Provost & Pritchard to request bids for the drilling of the P2 well. The contract would be for the drilling of a maximum of three test holes searching first for wat...
We've begun a new year and 2024 is an opportunity to improve the quality of your life by taking responsibility for your own well being. Taking responsibility for your health is the first step, and nutrition is the most important factor of healthy living. However, the benefits of good nutrition do not happen overnight. Months, maybe even years, are needed to take control of your life by healthy eating. The first step is to dramatically reduce the amount of sugar in your diet. People today...
For a lot of people, finance and investing are like watching paint dry. In my finance classes I liked to make it a competitive sport, against yourself and Father Time. I'd talk night one about one of Al Einstein's favorite subjects, the "eighth wonder of the world:" The time value of money! This worked every time. By the break or the next class easily three quarters of the students brought in their plans or asked me about putting one together. I felt like a magician, but the magic was in the num...
