Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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Tehachapi Adult Day Health Care recently held a pool tournament. Three winners were named, which led to one champion. The air was filled with competitiveness and excitement. Specific rules were set up by a member of the center, and a playing grid kept track of those who won and lost each game. Those who lost were placed on a new player's grid to compete for a second chance to become the champion. The outcome of the tournament was champion Scott Peck. He modestly spoke about the event, "I did not...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental Health Awareness Month was established in 1949 to increase awareness of the importance of mental health and wellness in Americans' lives. Monthly at Healing Solutions Family Therapy Center, we will be exploring practices that support balance as a key to well-being as we examine specific aspects of the wellness wheel and how to optimize each category to facilitate mental and physical health. The wellness wheel is a visual representation of seven...
Discover the art of customization at Mountain Dog Millworks! From crafting bespoke redwood tables to handpicking your own slabs or rounds, our shop offers a unique experience. Choose from a variety of locally harvested woods like oak, fir, pine and redwood, all kiln dried for quality. Make your dream project a reality with our door-to-door delivery of finished or raw live edge rounds or boards. Call to make an appointment at (661) 972-9095 or take a look at the website at www...
This is article No. 16 in a series. See previous The Loop newspaper issues on www.TheLoopNewspaper.com for more information, education and inspiration in how Joyful Life Hypnotherapy can help you have the joyful life you deserve. In the tumultuous journey of life, negativity can often feel like an insurmountable obstacle, dragging us down a spiral. But amidst the chaos, there exists a beacon of hope: hypnotherapy. As a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist, Rosemary Powell at Joyful Life Hypnotherapy offers a transformative path towards unlocking...
You may be noticing residents all over town riddling out clues and scouring the area in the hopes of finding the perfect location. They are peeking their heads in doors, asking odd questions and many are working in groups. They are avid participants in the Great Tehachapi Scavenger Hunt, taking place on Instagram! Since the hunt started on May 1, hundreds of citizens have been exploring the area and happily finding hidden locations. They are all in competition in the hopes of being the winner...
When it comes time to service your car, you need to find a good mechanic/technician. Whether it's regular maintenance, like an oil change, or a funny bump-squeak-rattle you need to have diagnosed, a trusted mechanic/technician is key. Here are some of the key qualities to look for in a mechanic/technician. Diagnostic skills A good mechanic/technician needs the skill to diagnose a problem when you bring in your car. You may have a pretty good idea of what's wrong so you can point them in the...
As a kid I loved watching "Death Valley Days" on television in the '50s. The program was sponsored by "20-Mule Team Borax." At the time I had no idea what borax was and, to be honest, back then I was too young to care. I just loved the pictures of all the mules pulling those wagons, and I loved the stories of the Old West that the show told. And as a fan of "Death Valley Days," I visited the Boron mining area over 20 years ago shortly after I moved to Tehachapi, where I was shocked and...
Born on May 16, 1926 in Chicago, Illinois, Betty Hurst was one of two children, her brother being Bob Hurst, born to Leonard and Julia Hurst. She exercised the privilege of living just three years short of a century and made a profound impact on everybody that had the honor of knowing her. Moving to California early in life, she settled in the town of Lancaster, with her parents being pioneers of the Antelope Valley, and began to implement her legacy there. After graduating from Antelope Valley...
Part one of "May – A red letter month", in the April 27 issue of The Loop newspaper, ended with the closing of the Pony Express due to the completion of the transcontinental telegraph line. While the telegraph sped up communication, it was too expensive for the everyday man. That changed with the coming of the railroad. Lincoln's Pacific Railway Act of 1862 created the Union Pacific Railroad Company and authorized it to build a railroad west from Nebraska to connect with rail line being built ea...
Another first took place at Mojave Air & Space Port on April 30, when an Airbus A380 departed runway 30 bound for Glasgow Prestwick, Scotland. Global Airlines Limited is planning to bring luxury back to air travel by providing maximum customer service and an unconventional flying experience. The British upstart airline is aiming to start service from London to New York City and Los Angeles this spring using a fleet of four Airbus A380s. The Airbus A380 is a huge airliner with a super wide body,...
Have you ever wanted to act, but put it off as an impossible dream? Well, it's your time to shine. The Tehachapi Community Theatre Association is scheduling open auditions for the classic murder mystery play, "Deathtrap," written by Ira Levin. Director Kenny Chugg is reaching out to TCTA members and the community to encourage local actors to audition for one of the five sinister and multifaceted roles. In this comedic thriller, a washed-up playwright finds a script he'd be willing to kill for....
The American Ambulance Association (AAA) has named Lavonne C. Hall, chairman of the board and chief administrative officer of Hall Ambulance, as a recipient of the Vanguard Award. The distinction honors women with at least 35 years of service who have blazed the trail for fellow female emergency medical services (EMS) professionals. The presentation occurred recently in Nashville, Tennessee at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center during the President's Reception at the American...
The Warriors and Knights Mountain Bike Teams are wrapping up the 2024 race season. With Southern California's tricky weather this year, the team faced super hot weather, deep stream crossings and rain soaked courses that clogged up their wheels. Tehachapi's students were up to the challenge though, and were strong all year. The SoCal Youth Cycling League's season ends with its Championship race in Tehachapi this year on May 12. Tehachapi will be hosting the 2024 SoCal Championships in its own...
This year World Turtle Day®, which also includes tortoises, falls on May 23, turning attention toward the preservation of the official California state reptile: the desert tortoise. I had the privilege of speaking with Nick Smirnoff, a local photographer and former security officer, who once played a crucial role in protecting these desert tortoises. Smirnoff's journey into desert tortoise conservation began in 2011 when he was hired as a security officer for a construction project in the...
Tehachapi celebrated the Wind Festival at Meadowbrook Park on April 20. "Old timers" may remember past wind festivals from many years ago. This year, the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce and Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Park District brought it back. This event was inspired by parkgoers flying their kites and the value of the wind to our city. Vendors, food trucks and local businesses came out to showcase their products and services. Sim Sanitation donated kites to all the children...
In the last few years, residents who regularly drive down the east side of town have noticed some changes happening at 126 S. Snyder Ave. In 2015, Cerro Coso Community College began using the old education center to provide college courses. It all started in one large room, where the faculty and staff worked at one table and offered a handful of classes. Those classes were well received in the community and partnerships blossomed. Cerro Coso created programs at the High School and with the...
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As spring blossoms into full bloom, so too does the allure of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), beckoning adventurers from far and wide to embark on a journey of discovery, challenge and camaraderie. Stretching a staggering 2,652 miles from the sun-drenched hills of Campo, California, to the rugged wilderness of Manning Park, Canada, the PCT offers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse oneself in the raw beauty of the western landscape. Tehachapi has two trailheads on the PCT. The first is at...
A Mother's Day gift, beyond its material form, is a gesture of love and appreciation tailored to your mom. It's a way of saying "I see you" and acknowledging all she does. A thoughtful gift shows you've paid attention to her interests, hobbies or even the little things that make her life easier. It can be a source of pampering, a reminder of cherished memories or a spark of joy for something new she's been wanting. Ultimately, a Mother's Day gift is a symbol of the love and connection that...
The right mattress for you depends on your sleeping position, body type, and desired materials. Here are some things to consider: Sleeping position Side sleepers should look for a more forgiving mattress that helps relieve pressure on their hips and shoulders. Back and stomach sleepers should look for an orthopedic mattress to help keep their body aligned. Combination sleepers should look for a mattress with a combination of both qualities that have good motion isolation and support. Reducing...
The Mango Haus Lounge is currently featuring Penne Pesto Pasta (above): penne pasta al dente, tossed in homemade pesto sauce with mixed sundried tomatoes, red onions, grilled zucchini and feta cheese in tomato coulis; and Filet Mignon (below): served with fondant potatoes and mango chimichurri, over mango wine sauce. The Mango Haus Lounge strives to offer the very best ingredients, and will soon feature grass fed meat by a local farm, stay tuned! The Tehachapi Mango Haus Lounge is located at...
This beautiful pine mantle with matching corbels was custom made to fit in this local home. Finessed with a burn technique to bring out the wood grain and a glossy finish, the homeowner was thrilled with how the piece turned out. Mountain Dog Millworks can create anything you can dream of to fit into your space and aesthetic. Check out their website www.mountaindogmillworks.com or call them to arrange a consultation (661) 972-9095....
I’ve had the pleasure and the honor to play multiple sports throughout my lifetime. I have covered several more as a former broadcaster and journalist, and I have been exposed to several game environments, but for some reason none of them compare to the sanctity of the baseball diamond. I cannot put my finger on it, but even as a kid and an adolescent there was something about the baseball diamond that just made life outside of those fences disappear for a while. This feeling even continued f...
With the departure of Charles Jensen from the CSD Board and the BVS community, the vacancy called for another board member. The remaining members of the board decided to appoint a new board member, rather than run an election. A call went out for applicants. On April 11, five contenders applied for the position. They were David Bouchard, Don Johnson, Michael Lewis, Paul Paparella and Leana Mitchell. Each of these candidates were interviewed in public before a full house of Bear Valley residents. President John Grace, VP Martin Hernandez and...
At the beginning of April, Cianne McGinnis arrived in Tehachapi from Hanford in Kings County where she had lived for the last three years. McGinnis was actually born in Hanford and lived there until she was five years old. When her father was hired to work in the oil fields, the family moved to Bakersfield where she grew up with her four older brothers. Not overly fond of Hanford, Cianne said she usually claims to be from Bakersfield. She has a nephew living in Tehachapi who suggested she move h...
