Tehachapi Weekend Activity Update: August 21, 2025
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Find out what's happening in Tehachapi this weekend! Are you taking a breather after the busy Mountain Fest weekend or are you looking to keep the fun going? There's still plenty to do in Tehachapi over the next week. If you have a question or comment, email us: [email protected]
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TCTA Presents: The Sound of Music
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The Sound of Music takes the stage at the Beekay Theatre this week! Director Chris Morales and cast members Jamie Uhtoff (Maria) and Ben Baldassarre (Captain Von Trapp) join us to share behind-the-scenes stories from this beloved production. Learn more about the Tehachapi Community Theatre Association and grab your tickets at
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Eye on the Capitol-August 18, 2025
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TehachaPod's 'Eye on the Capitol' is an informative look at State and National issues impacting your life in Tehachapi. On this episode, we take a look at over 18 bills introduced during this latest State Legislative session to reform the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as a result of development opponents weaponizing the process to block commercial and residential developments over the last several years. The result? A reduction in local control and a quicker approval process for many projects meeting specific criteria minus much of the previous environmental review. Plus, the...
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Tehachapi Weekend Activity Update: Aug. 14, 2025
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It's Mountain Fest Weekend! There is so much to do, it might be difficult to keep track of all the great events and activities. Take a listen to this episode to help plan out the jam-packed weekend. For the full Mountain Fest schedule, visit www.tehachapimountainfestival.com
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Mountain Festival Rodeo: Three Days of Rodeo Fun
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Lindsay Villalpondo with the Tehachapi Mountain Rodeo Association and Abby and Kai Sturn join us to discuss the upcoming Mountain Festival Rodeo events. Starting Friday evening and running through Sunday afternoon, people can enjoy a wide variety of rodeo events from both PRCA riders and local participants. To learn more and to purchase tickets, visit
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Checking in with Marley's Mutts Ranch Rescue
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Connor Long, Operations Manager of Marley's Mutts Ranch Rescue joins us to give an update on what's new at the ranch! Plus, details on the Comedy Unleashed fundraiser event hosted by Westlane Brewing on August 30th. For more information, visit www.marleysmutts.org
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Tehachapi Weekend Activity Update: August 7, 2025
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August is a busy month filled with so many events and activities! Take a listen to learn about what's on the schedule for the next couple of weekends. If you have any events you'd like us to share, email us at .
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Tehachapi Roots, Middle East Roads: Author Heather Surls Shares Her Story
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In this episode of Tehachapod, we chat with author Heather Surls about her new book, Beyond the Jordan, a memoir inspired by her 10 years living in Jordan and Israel-Palestine. From Tehachapi to the Middle East, Heather shares stories of the people she met and how their resilience and hospitality shaped her views on faith, place, and purpose. She also reflects on the power of storytelling and reminds us that, regardless of where we live, what religion we practice, or what culture we come from, we’re often more alike than we think. To learn more about Heather's work and to find her book,...
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Exploring Intern Opportunities with KEDF
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Richard Chapman, Executive Director of the Kern Economic Development Foundation, and Jennifer Van Alstein, Adaptive Networks, join the podcast to discuss the Kern Intern Connections (KIC) program and other opportunities available through the KEDF. Our Community Engagement Intern, Priscilla Calderon, shares her experience with the KIC program and how it connected her with the City of Tehachapi. To learn more about the KEDF and KIC program, visit:
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Chamber Update Featuring Liberty Shaub Photography
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August is a jam-packed month for the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce as they prepared for the Tehachapi Mountain Festival! Learn more about the Chamber happenings and hear from local photographer and business owner, Liberty Shaub, about her studio. For more information on the Chamber, visit . To check out Liberty's portfolio and to book your next photoshoot, visit
info_outlineNational 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 www.tvrpd.org