Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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The program at the July 15 meeting of the Tehachapi Area Association of Realtors illustrated that, without a doubt, the arts are alive-and-well in Tehachapi. All four speakers at the meeting were involved in various aspects of art and presented current projects going on in Tehachapi. Jeanette Pauer introduced the group to Make Art Tehachapi, a committee consisting of Pauer, Tina Dille, Lyn Bennett and Charles White. They will be restoring the murals in Tehachapi one by one starting the the Stree...
Karl's Hardware team members Hailey and Sarah showcase a full selection of rodent-eliminating products in stock now at Karl's Hardware Tehachapi, located at 20901 South St., Tehachapi....
On June 27, at the home of Don and Marian Stephens, the Rotary Club of Tehachapi held its annual Step Down event to honor outgoing President Paul Kaminski. Rotary also formally welcomed incoming President, Jennifer Palakiko, who will serve for the 2024-25 year. The Rotarians and their guests enjoyed a delicious meal provided by Red House BBQ, with lovely desserts made by Linda Pettitt. Kaminski presented Paul Harris Fellows recognitions to five Rotarians for their contributions in the past...
First detection of mosquito-borne disease in Kern County mosquito population for 2024. Hot temperatures bring increased mosquito activity and increased risk for mosquito-borne diseases. The first mosquito sample has been confirmed for West Nile virus (WNV) in Kern County this year. While there have been no human cases reported yet this year, Kern County Public Health reminds everyone to take precautions to protect yourself from mosquitoes. West Nile virus is mainly transmitted to people thr...
Over the past few months, the Tehachapi Police Department has received numerous complaints regarding a police vehicle driving recklessly in various locations throughout the City of Tehachapi. On June 20, officers were dispatched to the area of Tk's Pizza and Burger King for the same type of call. Upon arrival, officers located the vehicle, an older model Crown Victoria, which appears to be an auctioned police vehicle from a Southern California police agency, in the parking lot of Burger King on...
Kern County Public Health is urging boaters, dog owners and other recreational lake users to exercise caution and observe signage related to active algal blooms when visiting certain areas within Lake Isabella. Public Health recently obtained water samples from 17 locations in Lake Isabella as part of our monitoring program. The Hanning Flat area test results indicated the presence of potentially harmful blue-green algae (cyanotoxin) at the cautionary level, which is the lowest of the three...
This is article No. 17 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. I had no opinion one way or another when I was first introduced to Past Life Regression Therapy at the Hypnotherapy Academy of America, and again during an advanced training with California Hypnosis Academy. However, I have come to realize this process is valuable for b...
Hall Ambulance announced that its commercial for the Hall EMT Academy titled, "Don't Just Watch the Action," won gold in the category of Recruitment - Online during the 45th Annual Telly Awards. The Telly Awards honors excellence in video and television across all screens and is judged by leaders from video platforms, television, streaming networks and production companies. According to the organization, this was a record-breaking year, with over 13,000 entries from across the globe being...
On June 13, the Rotary Club of Tehachapi welcomed guest speaker Michael Puffer from Have a Heart Humane Society. Michael oversees the adoption room with a quiet determination and a heartfelt commitment to animal welfare. As a retired air traffic control supervisor, Michael said he was surprised how a career in air traffic control actually prepared him to run an adoption room because he utilizes his decision-making skills every day. He is continually looking at the needs of animals, as well as...
A favorite project of the Rotary Club of Tehachapi is the annual Kindergarten Book Giveaway. At the end of the school year, Rotarians visit kindergarten classrooms throughout the community and present the students with a personalized book to take home and keep. This project has been sponsored by Rotary for many years, and the students often look forward to receiving their special book, just like their older brother or sister. A project like this takes a lot of people helping to make it happen....
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...
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!...
"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...
At their June 17 meeting, the Tehachapi City Council declared the week of June 24-28 as Boys and Girls Club Week. The week has been celebrated nationally since 1941 recognizing the valuable service the clubs bring to communities. They instill youth with the confidence that they can succeed at anything they put their mind to. Their programs promote academic success, healthy lifestyles, good character and citizenship. The clubs help ensure young people have a safe, supportive place to spend time...
The Rotary Club of Tehachapi awarded $2,000 scholarships to four deserving high school seniors during ceremonies held at the conclusion of the school year. Scholarships were awarded to three seniors from Tehachapi High School and one student from Valley Oaks Charter School. Rotary President Paul Kaminski presented awards to Olivia Loyd, Davery Pogon-Cord and Priscilla Sturz at the scholarship awards night at Tehachapi High School. For Valley Oaks Charter School, Elliott Gonzales, Interact Club P...
Let's talk about three different types of fans you can put in your house to circulate the air for summer. Ceiling Fans: Ceiling fans can go into virtually any room. Bedrooms, living rooms and dining rooms, to help circulate the air. If you have an air conditioner or heater on, the ceiling fan will circulate the hot or cold air in the room, even if you have high ceilings. Cable Fans: Cable fans are installed in the attic. They circulate the air in the attic in the summertime. The attic can get...
Hello, neighbors! I want to take this opportunity to reintroduce our small business. I am Laura, the owner and designer at Blooms, and we have been in business for about 10 months. For those of you just discovering us, let me tell you a bit about us. Blooms operates from a home floral studio in Golden Hills and delivers fresh flower arrangements, subscriptions and custom orders for events all over the Greater Tehachapi area. Whether it is a one-time order for a special occasion; a recurring...
Before the City of Tehachapi planned its first two ventures into public recreation, the pickleball courts at the police station and the 5-A-side soccer field at the newly opened Valley Park, they began an assessment into the recreation facilities available throughout the Greater Tehachapi Area from all providers including programs, facilities and operations. To save public funds, the city staff undertook a comprehensive analysis of each recreational entity within the Tehachapi area with a focus...
On June 6, the Rotary Club of Tehachapi welcomed students from the local Interact Clubs to share their experiences attending RYLA, a Rotary-sponsored leadership retreat for high school students. RYLA was held from April 12-15 in Ojai, California. Over 230 students from Rotary District 5240 were in attendance. Rotarian Judy Trujillo works with advisors from both Tehachapi High School and Valley Oaks Charter School to support the local Interact Club at each school, as well as attending the RYLA...
Serena Thornburg was presented with a special award for winning the Rotary District 5240 Essay Contest during the Rotary Club of Tehachapi's meeting on June 6. Club President Paul Kaminski introduced Jacque Jans, executive assistant governor for Rotary District 5240 and member of the Rotary Club of Bakersfield West, who made the presentation. After winning the essay contest at the local level, Serena went on to win the Middle School Division of the contest, competing against winners from 70...
At the June 18 Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Park District meeting, General Manager Corey Torres announced the winners of their Spring into Action challenge that began on March 21 in partnership with the City of Tehachapi. Participants were challenged to run/walk, cycle and swim over a 3 month period and log their miles. They were encouraged to sign up as teams and individuals. TVRPD presented awards to the winners and then posed for a group photograph. Top 3 Teams: 1. Tehachapi Hotties 2....
Are you ready? As we head into summer we here at Karl's Hardware in Tehachapi want to remind you to be prepared. With our first heatwave fast approaching we want to make sure you are not stuck in the HEAT. It seems the first heatwave of the season leaves us scrambling, no pun intended, to find the things we need so we can cool down. The swamp cooler, that we so hastily covered at the first sign of winter, probably needs a tune up. Stop into the store, and one of our knowledgeable staff members...
