Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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A total of $17,300 in scholarships is now available for Cerro Coso students pursuing a cloud-based education in Information Technology (IT) for spring of 2024. Cerro Coso Community College was one of three California community colleges awarded scholarships to distribute from Amazon Web Services (AWS). Amazon Web Services has been a valuable partner to Cerro Coso in preparing students for careers in cloud-based computing, cyber security and information technology pathways. Through their...
Ronald "Ron" Wayne Depew, a beloved member of the Tehachapi community, passed away on Oct. 25, at the age of 74, following a brief battle with cancer. With his smooth baritone voice, trademark beard and handsome appearance, Ron had a remarkable presence that positively impacted every room he entered. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Born on May 23, 1949, in Visalia, California, Ron was the son of Jack and Mabel Depew. He attended Mt. Whitney High School and later pursued higher...
Every November, Tehachapi High School (THS) students gather for an assembly to honor the brave men and women who have served their country and protected our freedoms. Immediately after entering the doors my fellow students and I realized that this assembly was going to be a powerful celebration of our nation's heroes. With red, white and blue balloons forming a tall rendition of the American flag and a foam sculpting of an equally patriotic-colored eagle hanging from the ceiling, it was clear...
Shirley was born in Bakersfield to Porter Jack Reed and Thelma Estella Rea on Aug. 14, 1948, and passed away in Tehachapi with her family by her side on Oct. 7. Shirley grew up in Hilltop and attended Lamont and Mountain View schools before attending Arvin High School. She married Robert Devine in 1968 and her daughter, Rebecca Anne Devine was born in 1971. She married "The Love of Her Life" Ronald Frick on May 2, 1981. She and Ron had more than 42 wonderful years together. Shirley is survived...
The Tehachapi Humanitarian Relief organization, in partnership with Stallion Springs Community Church delivered over 60 turkeys and Thanksgiving sides to local families throughout Tehachapi on Nov. 20. All turkeys came from local private donations. Some of our biggest contributors were Tehachapi House of Terror for donating over $900 to purchase turkeys, Tehachapi Mountain Democrat Club who donated over 390 lbs of food and 4 turkeys, NASA contractors ASRC federal & Arcata associates who...
On the afternoon of Veterans Day, over 50 people attended the dedication of a bench located in front of the American Legion Hall located on F Street. The bench was placed in honor of Gilbert Louis Mitchell, Tehachapi's only MIA. Mitchell's plane was shot down on March 6, 1968 in Haiphong Harbor during the Vietnam War and his body was never recovered. Mitchell was part of the Tehachapi High School 1959 graduating class. American Legion Post 221 Commander Lynn Eckert dedicated the bench which was...
The headline of this column is certainly appropriate for what has been happening both personally and within the local sports world the last few weeks. Lots to catch up on so here we go. NYC Marathon A special thank you to all of those who supported my marathon efforts once again in 2023 through Team World Vision. Last year I completed the Los Angeles and New York Marathons, the latter of which I received a coveted invite for thanks to your charitable efforts supporting World Vision. New York...
The City of Tehachapi is happy to announce our second annual "Tehachapi Hometown Christmas" event on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 1-5 p.m. in downtown. The Rotary Club kicks off the day with Breakfast with Santa, the Historic Train Depot hosts photos with Santa along with a bake sale, the Chamber of Commerce hosts the annual Christmas Parade on F Street, which is followed by the Christmas Tree lighting at the Depot. We will close Green Street between Tehachapi Blvd. and F Street and host a...
A fine and memorable man left the Tehachapi Valley recently with the loss of Ronald Wayne Depew, 74, who passed away at his Tehachapi home on October 25 following a brief illness. Ron was friendly, big-hearted bear of a man with great love for his family, friends, Tehachapi and life in general. He believed you could do a lot of good in this world and still have fun doing it. Ron embodied the Italian phrase "Vivere la dolce vita," which means "Living the sweet life." Ron spent his career in...
Universal Hydrogen's De Havilland Canada Dash-8-300 aircraft was the star of Plane Crazy Saturday on Oct. 21 at Mojave Air & Space Port at Rutan Field. A beautiful, calm and warm day greeted all attendees who were thrilled to see "Lightning McClean" parked front and center on the ramp. The cowling was off of the powertrain so everyone could gather around and ask questions. Universal Hydrogen website states: "Fueling carbon free flight!" Hydrogen is a true zero-carbon fuel. It is made from water...
We are heartbroken to announce the death of Gregory Unger, 67, who passed away peacefully on Oct. 29 surrounded by family and friends at Adventist Health Hospital, Tehachapi. He was born in Jacksonville, Florida and came to the high desert in the early '70s, graduating in 1975 from Burroughs High School, Ridgecrest, California. He met and married his wife, Jo Ann, in 1980 and they resided for most of their marriage in California City, including eleven years in Tehachapi. They raised five...
With enthusiasm and determination, Marisa Wood described the reasons she is campaigning to represent California's 20th Congressional District. She told Tehachapi Mountain Democratic Club members she is not a career politician, but she wants to be of service to the families she has come to know during her career as a public school teacher for the past 20 years. Everyday Wood sees how the families of her junior high students struggle to pay the bills, to clothe and feed their children, to obtain...
The Tehachapi Warriors Booster Club honored the first round of Athlete of the Month recipients for the 2023-24 school year on Oct. 10. Honorees were recognized for their work on the fields, courts and courses in the month of September. The girls athletes honored were Josephine Rausch (Varsity Volleyball), Josey Brooks (JV Volleyball), Isabel Hawkins (Frosh/Soph Volleyball), Lauryn Merkley (Varsity Tennis), Sophia Garcia (JV Tennis), Rylie Jelleschitz (Varsity Golf), Averee Napier (Varsity Cross...
Some years ago I was asked by The Friends of the Depot to speak at one of their meetings about my experiences in riding the passenger trains that came through our city regularly. I can scarcely believe how long it has been. Some 50 or so years. I mentioned to one of my sons what I was going to do and he said when beginning a speech I should start with a joke to lighten the mood. The audience was made of friends and they were kind and cooperative. The evening went well and they laughed in all of...
On Oct. 10, Tehachapi Unified School District held their regular monthly board meeting. Each month on the second Tuesday, the TUSD school board meets at the Claude L. Wells Learning Center at 5 p.m. to discuss news and upcoming events within the school district. Reports from the superintendent, Tehachapi Association of Teachers, California School Employee Association and the Parent Teacher Organization allow parents and board members to be more aware of and involved in their students'...
Since moving to Tehachapi in 2006 with her family, Laura Brubaker has been finding inspiration in every corner. Laura has always been creative and an entrepreneur, but when the opportunity arose to create a business involving flowers, she knew she had found her true happy place. Within a few months of realizing this exciting endeavor, Blooms was born. "My aunt is a florist and someone I have always looked up to and admired," Laura says. "When I was in high school, I would help out at her shop...
The Tehachapi High School Drama Club presents "Radium Girls" by D.W. Gregory and directed by guest director, Liz Tiede. This play takes place in 1920s New Jersey. Radium Girls is a historical play about a young Grace Fryer who is just trying to get justice for her fellow dial painters in a world where women's voices don't get heard, their sickness doesn't get seen and their impact on the world would have never been felt if not for her. "Through this play I have discovered the unique and...
Exploring Opportunities for Women and Girls is the theme for the Oct. 18 meeting of American Association of University Women, Tehachapi Mountain Branch. Keynote speaker is Saya Novinger who will speak about educational opportunities leading to careers for women. She is the Marketing Specialist for Career Technical Education at Cerro Coso College. Saya Novinger grew up living in seven different countries because her father, George “Tom” Novinger, was a diplomat in foreign service, and his career required frequent moves. Saya learned a different...
When your password suddenly won't work with a website or email address, there is usually a "Forgot password" link. The site may want to send a code to your phone or your recovery email address, or you'll get asked for answers to your security questions. Sending you a text with a reset code is a great way to reset passwords. It 'proves' you're you because you have your phone, plus it's fast and easy. Some sites call the number on file and 'read' you the code if you gave them a landline instead...
At the Oct. 2 City Council meeting, Development Services Director Jay Schlosser introduced Tehachapi's new City Planner Salvador Morales and announced that Andrew Norton has been promoted to the position of City Engineer. Norton presented and the City Council unanimously approved a project to install curb, gutter and sidewalks that would close gaps on Dennison Road between Tehachapi Blvd. and Pinon Street. Norton explained that the project will also include improving sidewalks, installing...
At the August meeting of the Golden Hills Community Service District (GHCSD), the Board of Directors unanimously appointed Christopher Carlson as General Manager of the District. Carlson had been serving as Assistant General Manager during the term of prior GM Susan Wells. Carlson was born in Simi Valley, but his family moved to Tehachapi when he was one month old. His father, Carl, owner of Carl Carlson Masonry, and his brother Casey are still living here. Christopher grew up in Tehachapi,...
On October 3, Eldon (Don) Kordes peacefully passed at his home in Bear Valley Springs at the age of 98. Don was born in Parkville, Missouri growing up on a farm and working in his dad's mechanic garage. As a senior in high school, he was drafted to serve in WWII. He entered the Navy's V-12 program at Notre Dame University to become an engineer for a battle ship. After graduation from Notre Dame, the war ended and he went on to Purdue University for his Master's Degree where he was noticed by...
The Rotary Club of Tehachapi and the Tehachapi Healthcare District are joining forces to present "SayYes!," a leadership seminar for teens grades 9-12. Life has been difficult for all of us these past few years. Social isolation, loneliness, loss of school time and interaction with friends has caused a crisis with our kids and they are hurting. Our future as a society depends on them and their ability to navigate in the wide world. We want to give them the support and care they need to become su...
On Saturday Sept. 16, 30-40 Tehachapi area students and friends gathered in Centennial Plaza to participate in a Walk for Peace, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Tehachapi and the Tehachapi Valley Healthcare District. An art contest was held in conjunction with the walk and the winning entries were on display prior to the walk. Judy Trujillo from the Rotary Club met with all the participants before the walk. Participating in the walk were members of Interact Club from Tehachapi High School and...
California law states that Comprehensive Sex Ed must be taught in public schools at least once in middle school and once in high school. Beginning in the year 2001, I taught sexual health (the legal term at that time was Sex Education with an emphasis on abstinence), in both middle and high school. In preparation, I observed both faith-based curriculums and non-faith curriculums. My conclusion? I didn’t care for either one. Both “sides” seemed to have a bias that attempted to lead the listener to “their” side. In my opinion, facts should be...
