Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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The first meeting of the car show committee for Thunder on the Mountain was held at Mountain Bowling on June 8. The car show will be held on Sunday, August 20, during Mountain Festival. Taking over leadership of the organization this year is 1st Priority Auto Registration....
Valley Oaks Charter School held their 2023 Senior Awards Reception on May 11. Valedictorians, salutatorian, President's Awards, as well as various other awards, including two Rotary scholarships were presented in front of parents, family and staff. Congratulations to all!...
On May 11, American Pacific Mortgage celebrated the grand opening of their new location, located at 101 E. Tehachapi Blvd., at the corner of Green Street. Gayle McCarthy was joined by members of the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce and friends for an official ribbon cutting and party....
Tehachapi Mountain Democratic Club voted to support the city's Adopt-A-Landscape Program. After the vote to sponsor the planting at the corner of Green Street and Tehachapi Boulevard, several members rushed out to see their garden spot. The smiles show their approval of the site....
The Brite Lake Fishing Derby was held on Saturday, May 20, at Brite Lake, 22902 Banducci Rd. There may still be a chance to catch tagged fish fish valuing from $100 - $1,000, but the opportunity ends June 20 at 11:59 p.m. Fishing License required: All participants age 16+ must have a valid California fishing license....
Food and prizes were plentiful on May 4, as members of the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce and friends helped Joanne Nicks cut the ribbon for her new boutique, Cowboys and Angels, located behind Fastrip convenience store and next to Canine Creek at 798 Tucker Rd. Also helping her celebrate were representatives from the city, county and state....
On Saturday, May 6, the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce and members of the community turned out to celebrate the grand reopening of Have A Heart Humane Society at their new location at 787 W. Tehachapi Blvd....
The Desert Rose Garden Club, in California City, released 10,000 ladybugs into California City's Central Park on Saturday, April 22. The Boy Scout Troop 413, helped with face painting, rock painting, ladybug shell gardening, games, prizes, candy and "The Ladybug Hustle." The event was organized by Jessica DeMumbrum and Marilyn Giovanni....
Valley Oaks Charter High School held their 2023 Roaring '20s Prom on April 14 at Arosa Pines. The beautiful, student and staff decorated facility, large stone patio, serene pond and the lit parking provided the students with a wonderful party. The students also enjoyed DJ Andrew Ledesma from Lil' Ntertainment, a photo booth, both in and outdoor dancing, desserts and savory snacks from Albertson's, and a fire pit for relaxation. Arosa Pines is a hidden gem in Tehachapi. VOCS would like to thank...
At the April 3, Guild of Tehachapi meeting members were treated to a special treat. Joyce Stowers, a current volunteer, brought in a basket filled with fortune-telling, jelly bean Easter eggs. She passed them out to members at the door as they arrived for the meeting. Because of the cold, windy weather that Monday morning, attendance was down. Only 12 members, but business continued as usual. Call (661) 823-4114, if interested in volunteering. Next meeting is May 1, 2023 at Community Church,...
On March 15, Rosemary Powell and her family celebrated an official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of Joyful Life Hypnotherapy. Tehachapi City Manager Greg Garrett, Assistant City Manager Corey Costelloe and Brooke Oscarson from Assemblymen Fong's office were there to present certificates of recognition, commemorating the day. Representatives from the Chamber of Commerce, Field and the community also attended, along with colleagues of Rosemary Powell. Discover Tehachapi catered and everyone enjoyed the...
The Guild Thrift Store monthly membership meeting was held on March 6 at the Community Church, 100 E. E St. Members had a fun time celebrating an early Saint Patrick's Day, with surprise refreshments. After the festivities, business carried on as usual. Dedicated volunteers are the backbone of this organization. If anyone is interested in becoming a member, call (661) 823-4114 or drop by the store located at 101 W. E St., Tehachapi, for an application during business hours, Tuesday through...
On Saturday, March 18 the Lady Water Warriors took the first place trophy home competing against seven teams. In the first event Davery Pogon-Cord, Regan Rodriguez, Allison George and Grace Keller won the 200 Yard Medley Relay with a time of 2:06.80. The Boys 200 Yard Medley Relay followed with a first place win with a time of 1:57.56 (Hyrum Nettles, Eric Swanson, Kody Whatmough and Ivan Sandholdt). Top girls that brought home medals: • Regan Rodriguez first place 100 Yard Butterfly and First 1...
The Loop newspaper turned 22 years old this March. The newspaper wouldn't be here without our community and great staff. We thank our contributors, advertisers and readers for your support over the years....
Local band, Grievance, were able to perform on a very famous stage at the Whiskey a Go Go in Hollywood, California. Grievance has been together for two years and has been playing gigs at local venues during that time, but this was a huge step for them. The band plays a great cross section of Classic, Southern Rock and blues music, and has a good mixture of acoustic and electrified songs. As well as playing several covers, they have a growing selection of original songs that are sure to "Rock the...
Living in a mountain community we often forget how isolated we can become. Due to recent storm systems, Highway 58, the main way in and out of Tehachapi, has been closed off and on since Feb. 22. Caltrans closes the highway when driving conditions become dangerous, jack knifed trucks on the icy highway are unfortunately common. Locals were warned (or promised, depending on your point of view) that blizzard-like conditions could bring upwards of 17" of snow one morning. As luck would have it,...
At the Feb. 21 Chamber of Commerce luncheon, Kern County Supervisor Zack Scrivner swore in the new chamber board. From right: Supervisor Scrivner, Chamber President Jeanette Pauer, Matthew Nowell, Carolyn Wiles (partially hidden), Jessica Lozano, Susan Abrego, Teresa Carlson and Ashley Cortes. Unable to attend was board member Kenny Harrison....
The Ferrari Club of America toured the Civilian Flight Test Center in Mojave, California on Feb. 18. They were greeted by a good crowd of car and airplane lovers. The event was held during the Plane Crazy weekend. The club was from the southwest region and organizes concourse events, rides, drives, tech sessions and social events. About 20 early 1980s Ferraris were on display in the flight line and another 30 or so were in the parking lot near Mojave tower. All the owners had a wealth of...
Every January, Triassic Vineyards sends their newest wines to the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition and, every year they have come home with awards. The 2023 competition was no exception. Vineyard owner Jim Arnold announced that this year, Triassic Vineyards had earned nine awards for their wines. Triassic's 2019 Big Bang blend received a Double Gold (front and center in photo). Wines that receive a Double Gold award have received a Gold rating from every judge. Gold awards were given to...
At the Jan. 19 meeting of the Golden Hills Community Service District (GHCSD), the new Board honored Marilyn White for her years of service to the GHCSD Board. White had served on the Board of Directors since 2014. New member Scott Wyatt was elected to the seat in the November election. During this first meeting of the year, the GHCSD Board also approved the water rate study performed by Provost & Pritchard of Bakersfield. The study is necessary to assure that any proposed water rate...
Cole Gallagher and The Lesser Saints were invited to perform at the world renowned music show, "Jam in the Van!" It's a big deal for any young band starting out. No tricks, no doctored sound effects and no backing tracks. Just the hardest working band in L.A. showing you what they've got. Rock and Roll is not dead. Want to hear the live recorded performance from the show? Go to YouTube and search for Cole Gallagher on "Jam in the Van." Please consider experiencing this huge moment with these...
Rio Tinto U.S. Borax held a "Coins Against Cancer" campaign to raise support for women fighting breast cancer. The effort netted thousands of coins and resulted in a $4,200 donation to the East Kern Cancer Fund at Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley (AHTV). In the photo Rio Tinto's External Affairs Manager Mary Beth Garrison hands over the donation to Edward Martin, Administrative Director of Operations at AHTV....
On Saturday, Jan. 28, 19 people from Tehachapi met at the Palmdale Metrolink for an excursion to and tour of Union Station in Downtown Los Angeles. The group consisted of representatives from Friends of the Depot, Tehachapi Heritage League, Tehachapi Loop Railroad Club and Tehachapi Tourism Commission....
Congratulations to The Semerenko Team Tehachapi Festival of Lights winners. First Place goes to 21417 Belmont Dr., Second Place goes to 503 Mulberry St. and Third Place goes to 21430 Mission St. Voting was open from Dec. 17 to Dec. 22. By now most displays will have been taken down but you can still view this year's entries online. Visit "The Semerenko Team Tehachapi Festival of Lights" Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/308197690222431 and look for the 2022 Entries photo...
All branches of service were represented at two Wreaths Across America ceremonies held at Freedom Plaza on Saturday, Dec. 17. Representatives of each branch of service placed a wreath in front of the Freedom Plaza monuments. From left are Bill Chavez - Army, Lynn Eckert - Marines, Ronald Miller - Navy, Carrie Morgan - Air Force, Nate Burious - Space Force. To the right out of the photograph were Eric Purdy - Merchant Marines and Matt Guggemos - POW/MIA....
