Morris Silver, the founder of public relations agency M. Silver and Associates, which spearheaded campaigns for destinations, resorts and cruise lines, died in September.
The heavy rains over the weekend, which caused flooding and road closures across Kern County, also put a damper on this year's Tehachapi Mountain Festival.
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