Salute to Freedom with Brigadier General Douglas P. Wickert
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In this special Independence Day edition of Tehachapod, we’re honored to welcome Brigadier General Douglas P. Wickert, Commander of the 412th Test Wing at Edwards Air Force Base. Brig. Gen. Wickert leads nearly 8,000 personnel in the groundbreaking developmental test and evaluation of some of the most advanced aircraft and technologies in the world. We discuss how Edwards AFB’s mission impacts the communities of the Greater Tehachapi area, the future of flight test innovation, and what it means to serve at one of the most storied installations in aviation history. Plus, hear how...
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Tehachapi Weekend Update Beginning June 26
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We have a quick rundown on all activities in the greater Tehachapi area beginning June 26 through the next couple of weeks. Enjoy our downtown breweries and wine tasting rooms among many other fun activities. Send your thoughts questions and comments to .
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Tehachapi Amateur Radio Association: Field Day 2025
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In this episode, we’re joined by Micah Martin and Dave Walter from the Tehachapi Amateur Radio Association to talk about their 2025 Field Day event. They share what Field Day is all about, how local amateur radio operators connect with others across the country -- or even outer space -- and the vital role ham radio plays in emergency communications. To learn more, visit
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Tehachapi Mountain Rodeo Association: Bad Bulls Rodeo
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The 4th of July Benz Ball Bulls Rodeo is the ideal way to spend your Independence Day evening! Lindsay Villalpondo with the Tehachapi Mountain Rodeo Association joins host Mya Acosta in discussing the fun in store for the upcoming rodeo. Learn more and purchase your tickets at
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Cheers to Charity: A Night of FUNdraising
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Hosts Mya Acosta and Key Budge sit down with Marybeth Garrison, President of Cheers to Charity, and Theresa Dineen to discuss one of Tehachapi’s most anticipated annual events. Learn how this evening of tasty drinks, great food, and community spirit has raised vital funds for local nonprofits since 2014. To learn more and to purchase your tickets, visit or
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Tehachapi Weekend Update June 19
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We have a quick rundown on all the weekends activities in and around the City of Tehachapi.
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What's New with TVRPD: Fun Summer Nights
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National Parks and Recreation Month is right around the corner! Recreation Manager Sarai Diaz and Tehachapi Tots Director Kelsey Ketcheside, with the Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Park District, join host Mya Acosta in discussing the long list of exciting activities happening all July long. For more information and for the full calendar of events, visit
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Tehachapi Weekend Activity Update: Looking Ahead to July
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Summer is in full swing and so is Tehachapi's busy event season! Join us as host Mya Acosta and Clare Scotti discuss the upcoming events at our wineries, breweries, and long list of other activities taking place all throughout the Tehachapi Valley. To learn more, visit www.discovertehachapi.com
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Tehachapi Weekend Update June 5
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A quick look arounf the Tehachapi valley at things to do for the upcoming week beginning June 5.
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Chamber Update Featuring: Anytime Fitness
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Anytime Fitness is now open in Tehachapi! Jason Coulie, Director of Operations and Edgar Garibaldo, Regional Manager, join the podcast to share more information on Tehachapi's newest gym. Clare Scotti, Executive Director of the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce also joins the discussion to share the latest chamber news as we head into June. To learn more, visit For more information on the Chamber, visit
info_outlineTextMyGov is the latest communication tool the City of Tehachapi has added to make it easier for the public to talk to city hall. TextMyGov allows the public to report a non-emergent problem, concern or question to Tehachapi City Hall utilizing keywords via text message. Text Hi to (661) 441-3844 to opt-in and you will receive a greeting, then enter a keyword like pothole, you will then receive the pothole reporting form sent to you via text message. You don't have to go to the website, locate the request tracker or call city hall and go through an automated phone system unless you want to.
Nancy Francom from Text My Gov joins TehachaPod to explain how easy it is to use.
TextMyGov also allows the City of Tehachapi to send out notifications regarding special events, road closures and other non-emergent information simply by texting Tehachapi to 91896.
A link to our TextMyGov application can also be found on our website www.LiveUpTehachapi.com