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Tehachapi's water leaders shed light on the truth behind your drinking water—it's not from the State Water Project, but from our own groundwater!

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Tehachapi Water Leaders Discuss Groundwater Management and State Water Project Misconceptions
Local officials clarify groundwater sources, emphasizing reliance on native water over state project.
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October 6, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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Kern County Animal Services is stepping up to ensure every community, no matter how remote, has access to vital pet care education and resources!

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Kern County Animal Services enhances outreach to remote communities for pet care education
Animal control officers assist law enforcement and educate communities on responsible pet ownership.
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February 22, 2025 at 6:06 AM
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Tehachapi is gearing up to welcome PCT hikers with stunning outdoor adventures and a vibrant community spirit that keeps them coming back for more!

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Tehachapi Welcomes PCT Hikers with Local Adventures and Community Spirit
Tehachapi prepares for PCT hikers with outdoor activities and local hospitality this season.
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February 21, 2025 at 3:05 AM
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Tehachapi City Council is tackling rising fire risks head-on, introducing new measures that could help homeowners save on insurance while enhancing safety!



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Insurance firms enhance home certifications to lower fire insurance costs
Insurance companies partner with IBHS to offer discounts for certified home inspections.
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April 9, 2025 at 1:04 PM
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Join the Tehachapi community this Earth Day as we come together to clean up our beautiful town and foster connections with fellow residents!

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Tehachapi partners for community cleanup event on Earth Day
Community members invited to join Tehachapi cleanup on April 22 from 8 AM to 10 AM.
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April 12, 2025 at 10:23 PM
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Tehachapi is ready to turn up the excitement this Super Bowl weekend with a lineup of fun activities, delicious food, and a strong sense of community spirit!

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West Lane Brewing hosts music bingo and teacher appreciation night events
West Lane Brewing plans music bingo and offers discounts for teachers this Friday.
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February 11, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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Tehachapi is gearing up for a heartfelt mural unveiling that not only restores art but also honors the fading Kahuaiassee culture—join us to celebrate this vibrant heritage!

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Tehachapi unveils restored Kahuaiassee mural with cultural ceremony and activities
Tehachapi celebrates Kahuaiassee culture with mural unveiling and interactive children's activities.
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May 31, 2025 at 2:42 AM
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La Bodega de Castillo is about to transform your taste buds with its exclusive cheese club featuring exquisite Spanish selections, including a tantalizing black truffle mushroom cheese!

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New cheese club launched by local wine shop featuring Spanish gourmet selections
Local wine shop introduces a cheese club featuring exclusive Spanish cheeses for members.
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March 1, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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High school students in Tehachapi are taking to the skies with the Build-a-Plane Program, gaining invaluable hands-on experience and mentorship from aerospace experts.

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Build A Plane program mentoring Tashmin students in aviation skills and aerospace careers
High schoolers gain hands-on aerospace experience building planes with expert mentorship in Tashmin.
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March 15, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Get ready for a summer of fun in Tehachapi with the exciting "Movies in the Park" series and a heartfelt Memorial Day ceremony honoring our veterans!

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Tehachapi announces Movies in the Park and Memorial Day ceremony plans
Tehachapi prepares for Movies in the Park series and Memorial Day ceremony on May 26.
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May 15, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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Tehachapi is buzzing with excitement as the Have a Heart Humane Society calls for community support and House of Wax gears up for an unforgettable Record Store Day celebration!

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House of Wax hosts Record Store Day with exclusive releases and local DJs
House of Wax in Tehachapi celebrates Record Store Day with music, refreshments, and exclusive vinyl.
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May 12, 2025 at 2:58 AM
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The Tehachapi Mountain Rodeo is gearing up for an unforgettable Fourth of July with exciting upgrades, including ADA-compliant features and enhanced VIP options to ensure everyone has a great time!

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Tehachapi Rodeo upgrades accessibility and VIP options for Fourth of July events
Tehachapi Rodeo enhances grounds with ADA improvements and VIP parking for summer festivities.
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June 25, 2025 at 5:39 AM
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Tehachapi is set for a major upgrade as the City Council awards a $1.47 million paving contract to ensure safer, longer-lasting roads!

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City awards $1.47 million Measure X paving contract to Griffith Company
The Tehachapi City Council awarded a $1,472,735 contract to Griffith Company for the 26/27 Measure X grind-and-overlay paving project covering downtown streets and a full reconstruction of a section of Tehachapi Willow Springs Road; council approved the award 5–0.
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July 23, 2026 at 9:29 AM
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Tehachapi is set to revamp its transit system with a groundbreaking plan for extended weekend service—could this be the change residents have been waiting for?

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Council adopts Tehachapi transit plan with pilots for extended weekend service
The Tehachapi City Council unanimously adopted an updated five-year Transit Development Plan recommending pilots for extended Saturday hours and a new Sunday service, clear pilot metrics, and modest funding options; council members pressed consultants on survey size, ridership and funding implications.
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July 23, 2026 at 9:27 AM
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The Kern Council of Governments is urging Tehachapi residents to voice their thoughts on a pivotal regional transportation plan that could bring $400 million in road maintenance and a $250 million paving project—don’t miss your chance to shape the future!

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Kern COG executive director reviews regional transportation plan; public comments due July 2
Jace Osher of the Kern Council of Governments briefed the Tehachapi City Council on the regional transportation plan, asked for public comments by July 2, and cited multi-year funding estimates including a proposed $250 million Keene paving project and a roughly $400 million maintenance projection over 20 years.
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June 8, 2026 at 1:57 AM
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Tehachapi City Council just voted unanimously to enhance public participation, streamline electric vehicle charger permits, and approve vital funding measures—all aimed at a better community experience!

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Tehachapi council adopts SB 707 participation policy, approves assessment levies and expedites EV charger permits
The Tehachapi City Council unanimously adopted a remote-participation policy to comply with SB 707, approved levies for landscaping and drainage assessment districts for FY 2026–27, and passed an ordinance to expedite permitting for electric vehicle charging systems under AB 1236.
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May 15, 2026 at 2:50 AM
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CALM Zoo is gearing up for an exciting 20-year expansion that promises to enhance wildlife habitats and visitor experiences— but they need your help to make it happen!

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CALM Zoo outlines 20-year expansion, supporters seek sales-tax measure to fund it
Meg, CALM Zoo's senior director, described a 20-year master plan proposing roughly 40 acres of expansion, new native-species exhibits and visitor amenities; supporters are gathering signatures for a 1/8 of 1% sales-tax measure to place on the November ballot and said they need about 30,000 signatures.
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March 22, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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Major upgrades are coming to the Keane pavement project, with $247 million in funding set to transform regional roadways and tackle traffic challenges—construction is expected to kick off in 2027!

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Regional Keane pavement project listed for bid; council expects construction in 2027
Councilmembers said the Keane pavement project, including truck climbing lanes funded by Caltrans and the California Transportation Commission at about $247 million, is now 'Ready to List' and expected to go to bid this summer with construction beginning in 2027.
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March 8, 2026 at 7:06 PM
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Tehachapi's ambitious plan to recycle wastewater and boost its water supply by 30% has crumbled under regulatory hurdles and legal battles, leaving the city in a tough spot.

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CEQA objections and regulator pullback stalled Tehachapi’s indirect potable reuse plan, officials say
A planned indirect potable reuse project that would have recycled roughly 700 acre‑feet a year and added about 30% to Tehachapi’s water supply stalled after the Watermaster backed away from an MOU and the local water agency raised CEQA and safe‑yield objections, city planners say.
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November 27, 2025 at 12:41 AM
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Tehachapi's ambitious plan to recycle wastewater and boost its water supply by 30% has crumbled due to a breakdown in collaboration and legal challenges, leaving the city facing a water crisis.

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Tehachapi’s planned indirect potable reuse project collapses after Watermaster withdraws support and CEQA objections
A proposed indirect potable reuse (IPR) project that engineers said could have added about 700 acre‑feet of locally controlled water stalled after the county Watermaster backed away from a signed MOU and the water district raised CEQA objections, leaving Tehachapi without the planned drought‑resilient supply and prompting a lawsuit.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:48 PM
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Tehachapi's water department is heralding a remarkable 400-acre-foot drop in groundwater use thanks to innovative conservation efforts, but the city is now eyeing imported water to sustain its growth.

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Tehachapi credits conservation and recycled water for falling groundwater use, seeks modest imported supply for growth
City of Tehachapi officials say routine maintenance, an irrigation automation project and a wastewater recycling program have cut local groundwater withdrawals by roughly 400 acre-feet over a decade; officials also say the city will need a few hundred acre-feet of imported water over several years to support projected growth.
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November 8, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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Did you know that local taxes in Tehachapi are subsidizing water deliveries that primarily benefit large-scale agriculture, leaving residents in the lurch?

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Tehachapi water district formed to curb overdraft; residents pay subsidies that largely benefit agriculture, podcast review finds
A City of Tehachapi podcast traced the history and current operations of the Tehachapi Cummings County Water District, noting that local property taxes subsidize imported State Water Project water and that most deliveries have gone to large-scale agriculture rather than homes.
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October 30, 2025 at 6:16 AM
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Tehachapi residents are urged to take action on water conservation as leaders tackle pressing supply issues in a vital community meeting.

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Tehachapi Leaders Address Water Allocation Issues and Joint Community Letter
City and Golden Hills service director discuss water supply concerns and community collaboration.
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October 6, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Tehachapi residents are voicing their frustrations over unfair water allocation that prioritizes agriculture while leaving the community high and dry.

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Tehachapi Residents Demand Fair Water Allocation Amidst Agricultural Subsidies
Residents criticize TCCWD for inequitable water distribution favoring agriculture over community needs.
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October 6, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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The Salvation Army in Tehachapi is rallying the community for essential support to enhance their programs and drive initiatives—your involvement could make a world of difference!

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Community Organizations Seek Support for Back to School Drive Initiatives
Organizations request volunteer and financial support for back to school programs.
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October 4, 2025 at 11:03 AM