TehachaPod

Rain or shine, our breweries, wineries, and local organizations have plenty to offer this weekend. Mya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi, discuss the happenings for the weekend of January 18, 2024.

To learn more about Discover Tehachapi, visit: www.discovertehachapi.com

In this episode of Tehachapod, we sit down with Chris Morales, Executive Producer of the Tehachapi Community Theater Association about the upcoming shows for the year and how community members can get involved with the organization and utilize the Beekay Theatre. 

For more information, visit www.tctonstage.com

Mya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi, ring in the new year by discussing the events happening for the weekend of Jan. 11. Our breweries and wineries are bustling with entertainment and we look forward to the exciting return of the Wine Walks on Feb. 10.

To learn more about Discover Tehachapi, visit: www.discovertehachapi.com

We talk with Clare Scotti from the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce, recap 2023 and tease what to expect in 2024. The calendar is already beginning to fill up with special events being planned both for the community and local businesses. Clare talks about the success of the gift card program and explains how it will continue year round to support local Tehachapi based businesses. We talk about the upcoming Citizen of the Year, Large and Small Business of the Year and Non Profit of the Year. www.Tehachapi.com. Send your thoughts and questions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com.  

Tehachapod's recurring segment featuring members of the Tehachapi Police Department continues with Sergeant Justin Ruppert. Sergeant Ruppert has served on the Tehachapi Police Department for a year and a half and shares his experience in becoming an active community member. For more information on the Tehachapi Police Department, visit https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/481/Police-Department

Mya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi, discuss the events happening for the weekend of Dec. 21. Make sure to stock up on your favorite local wines before some locations take a break after the new year, and visit the breweries for some fun events!

To learn more about Discover Tehachapi, visit: www.discovertehachapi.com

Mya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi, discuss the events happening for the weekend of Dec. 15. From the Discover Tehachapi FREE Christmas Light Tour to horse-drawn carriage rides provided by the Semerenko Team, the Christmas fun keeps on coming.

To learn more about Discover Tehachapi, visit: www.discovertehachapi.com

A special edition of TehachaPod's 'Eye on the Capital' following the resignation of Congressman Kevin McCarthy. We look into the process of replacing the representative whose District includes Tehachapi, and what may or may not happen at the Governor's direction per law.

At the state level, the governor is granted a hearing in his lawsuit attempt to remove a ballot initiative from the November 2024 statewide ballot. Will the California Supreme Court weigh in after hearing arguments? 

Plus, new state laws that impact everyday life and employment coming January 1, 2024 and some economic indicators that may mean inflationary relief is on the horizon. 

Mya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi, share this weekend's events and activities happening around town. The Christmas and holiday-theme is continuing with the Holiday Window Decorating Contest, horse-drawn carriage rides, Santa-Con, and much more! 

To learn more about Discover Tehachapi, visit: www.discovertehachapi.com

We check in with Diana Buerge, president, and Marlan Woodside, vice president, of Friends of the Depot to learn about what's happening at the Tehachapi Railroad Depot Museum this month. To become a volunteer and to check out other happenings at the Depot, visit the website www.tehachapidepot.com

Mya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi, dive into the fun-filled weekend that will kick off the start of December. From the highly anticipated Tehachapi Hometown Christmas event to the storefront window decorating contest, there is endless opportunities to get into the holiday spirit this weekend. For more information on Hometown Christmas, visit our website: https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/492/Tehachapi-Hometown-Christmas

To learn more about Discover Tehachapi, visit: www.discovertehachapi.com

We get a chance to talk with Clare Scotti from the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce and the team from the new Tehachapi Cement Plant (formerly Martin Marietta & Lehigh-Hanson). Blaze Moran Plant Manager and Maria Cincis Community Relations Manager tell us about the transition taking place with the newly named Tehachapi Cement Plant recently purchased by Unacem. We get a chance to learn about the plants long 100 plus year history in Tehachapi and the multi-generations of families that have been employed at the facility in Monolith. We also get some updates from the chambers digital Christmas gift card program, valid at more than 20 local Tehachapi businesses. Its an interesting conversation, one we hope you enjoy. If you have any thoughts, questions or suggestions please send them to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 

Lisa Meridth, director, and Lisa MacKenzie, assistant director, of the 2023 holiday show coming to the Beekay Theater give us the inside scoop on the production of Coney Island Christmas. You won't want to miss this heartwarming comedy for all ages! To learn more and to purchase tickets, visit www.tctonstage.com

Take a listen to all of the fun in store for the 2023 Tehachapi Hometown Christmas! For more information, visit our website: https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/492/Tehachapi-Hometown-Christmas

TehachaPod's 'Eye on the Capital' is an informative look at State and National legislation that impacts your life in Tehachapi. From new proposals, new laws and future ballot measures, we do the reserch and pass on the information while you go about your life. 

On this latest edition new water storage appears to be coming to California, the homeowner's insurance issue continues to be worked on behind the scenes, the California Supreme Court makes a ruling regarding litigation against power companies for public safety power shut offs, the Governor touts a new March primary initiative to fund mental health treatment and more money is coming to Highway 58.

As mentioned in the episode, you can provide comments to the proposed "Tehachapi Pavement Project" to Caltrans by clicking this link: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/321168f1a7124abc92b243c992a796f5?fbclid=IwAR0Uxv3TexXmNnJjNSQuxSnK0jfsWhLqQplioI8pKArsamaTlsYillpgIDI

Shane Hubbard the Marketing and Communications Manager for Houchin Community Blood Bank (HCBB) come to the TehachaPod studio to talk about saving lives. We talk about the success from our Tehachapi mobile blood drives and the constant need to refill the blood bank. HCBB joins the City of Tehachapi, Tehachapi Vineyard Church, and the Tehachapi Valley Healthcare District every two months on a whole blood, platelet, & plasma drive. For the past 5 years we have worked with our community partners to help fill the blood bank, Shane explains why there is such a constant need and how the donated blood products are used in Kern County. Go to www.HCBB.com to register for our next blood drive. Send your thoughts and questions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com.  

It's time for your weekly update; this week city officials attended the Kern Energy Summit, Tehachapi High School is kicking off its winter sports season, and TCT shares its December show, Coney Island Christmas. 

It's time for your Weekend Update with Mya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi! This episode is a two-for-one, with a preview for the weekend of November 17th and a look at what's happening Thanksgiving weekend. Be sure to take advantage of special holiday hours at some of Tehachapi's wineries and breweries! To learn more about Discover Tehachapi, www.discovertehachapi.com

Community Engagement Specialist Mya Acosta discusses the latest local happenings for the week of November 6th. From Veterans Day events to new developments with the Tehachapi Police Department, it was a busy week for Tehachapi!