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  • Samuel A.'s journey of resilience and healing with LifeWave patches

    Claudia Baker, contributing writer|Nov 9, 2024

    In the quiet hours of a recent night, as the world outside his window lay still, Samuel A. found himself reflecting on the transformative journey he had embarked on over the past five months. His story, a testament to resilience, hope, and the incredible power of LifeWave patches, is one that has profoundly impacted his life both physically and emotionally. Eight years ago, an accident forever altered Samuel's life, leaving him with an injury that severely impaired his ability to use his left...

  • The little patch with a big story to tell

    Claudia Baker, contributing writer|Sep 28, 2024

    Stem cells are the foundation of our body's repair system, versatile cells with the ability to transform into various specialized cell types essential for maintaining our health. However, as we age, the regenerative power of these cells wanes, hampered by genetic factors, environmental stressors and lifestyle choices. At the age of 20, we are endowed with an impressive one billion stem cells. Yet, as the years pass, this reservoir dwindles dramatically: • By age 30: a 60% decline to 400 m...

  • Unlocking the power of LifeWave Patches: a personal journey to healing

    Claudia Baker, contributing writer|Aug 3, 2024

    An awesome message we received from one of our group members, Samuel A. In the quiet of last night, as the world around me slept, my mind refused to rest. Instead, it wandered through the last five months of my life, tracing the profound impact that LifeWave Patches have had on me both personally and physically. It’s a journey I feel compelled to share, a story of resilience, hope and the transformative power of a simple yet remarkable technology. Eight years ago, my life took a drastic turn. An accident left me unable to use my left leg in t...

  • Hitching Post Theater to re-open June 15

    Claudia Baker, staff writer|Jun 8, 2024

    I recently met with Amber Mitchell, one of the partners who purchased our beloved theater. Amber, along with her partner Lorena Semerenko and their husbands, are working hard to get the Hitching Post Theater, 201 S. Green St., ready for a grand re-opening on June 15 at 2 p.m. They have remodeled the bathrooms, addressing a community request to make them a bit more spacious. Additionally, they have switched from Pepsi to Coca-Cola products. New carpet and fresh paint have really made the theater...

  • New owners set to revitalize Hitching Post Theaters

    Claudia Baker, staff writer|May 11, 2024

    On Feb. 19, the last movie played at the iconic Hitching Post Theaters. With the unexpected passing of owner Will Viner on Feb. 16, his family made the difficult decision to close the theater. The Tehachapi community was understandably distressed, as the theater has been a cornerstone of our town since 1994. There has been speculation by locals worried the theater would be changed into another business entirely, and hope that it would be purchased and refurbished. The community's prayers have...

  • Celebrate the desert tortoise

    Claudia Baker, staff writer|May 11, 2024

    This year World Turtle Day®, which also includes tortoises, falls on May 23, turning attention toward the preservation of the official California state reptile: the desert tortoise. I had the privilege of speaking with Nick Smirnoff, a local photographer and former security officer, who once played a crucial role in protecting these desert tortoises. Smirnoff's journey into desert tortoise conservation began in 2011 when he was hired as a security officer for a construction project in the...

  • LifeWave X39 Activation Patches: revolutionizing regenerative medicine

    Claudia Baker, contributing writer|Apr 27, 2024

    Stem cells are the foundation of our body’s repair system, versatile cells with the ability to transform into various specialized cell types essential for maintaining our health. However, as we age, the regenerative power of these cells wanes, hampered by genetic factors, environmental stressors and lifestyle choices. At the age of 20, we are endowed with an impressive one billion stem cells. Yet, as the years pass, this reservoir dwindles dramatically: • By age 30: a 60% decline to 400 million. • By age 50: a 75% decline to 250 million. • By...

  • Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs

    Claudia Baker, publisher of The Loop newspaper|Apr 20, 2024

    Embarking on the journey of starting a small business in Tehachapi is an exciting endeavor, filled with opportunities and challenges. As someone who has been a part of the local business landscape for over two decades, here are some key pieces of advice for those looking to follow in The Loop newspaper's footsteps: Follow your passion When considering starting a small business in Tehachapi, it's essential to pursue something you are truly passionate about. Building a successful business...

  • Kohnen's celebrates 20 years in Tehachapi

    Claudia Baker, staff writer|Apr 20, 2024

    Since 2004, Kohnen's has been a beloved staple of Tehachapi, offering delicious sandwiches on freshly baked bread and a fabulous selection of baked goods, from savory to sweet. Over the years, the bakery has remained a thriving business, adapting with the times while retaining its charm and quality. Prior to their relocation to Tehachapi 20 years ago, owners Thomas and Colleen Kohnen ran a successful business in Ojai for 14 years. Their journey into small business ownership began when Thomas, tr...

  • Let's zap our way to hydration and vitality!

    Claudia Baker, provided|Mar 30, 2024

    Hey there, electrifying friends! Ever felt like you’re running on empty, like a battery drained of its charge? Well, fear not! We’ve got just the spark you need to keep yourself buzzing with energy all day long. Introducing the dynamic duo: electrolytes and hydration! These powerhouses are the unsung heroes behind maintaining our body’s electrical balance and keeping us feeling fantastic. But hey, we get it, staying hydrated can sometimes feel like a chore. That’s why we’re here to make it fun! Raise a glass (or a water bottle) and let’s toa...

  • What is phototherapy?

    Claudia Baker|Mar 16, 2024

    The science of phototherapy, which has been around for about 100 years, uses light to improve the health of the body. And modern forms of phototherapy such as Low-Level Laser Therapy, which helps reduce wrinkles and treat other more serious skin conditions, are very well understood scientifically. But this idea is nothing new. As far back as two thousand years ago, the ancient Greeks had a center for studying the effects of different colored lights on the body. Even the ancient Egyptians, who promoted health by focusing sunlight through...

  • What do you know about stem cells?

    Claudia Baker, contributing writer|Mar 2, 2024

    I have one very important question for you. What do you know about stem cells? I didn’t understand how important they are in the overall healing process until a friend asked me this very same question. The only thing I had heard about stem cells was that they work miracles in our bodies, but are so expensive that the average person can’t afford them. Did you know that by age 30, 50% of your own once healthy stem cells are dormant or inactive and by the time you are age 60 that number is reduced to only 10% healthy cells? These cells are des...

  • LifeWave X39 stem cell activation patches

    Claudia Baker, contributing writer|Feb 3, 2024

    The X39 Patch is clinically proven to provide the body with an elevated level of health and vitality! The secret? A proprietary, patented and proven light therapy, non-transdermal patch technology that is safe, non-invasive and easy to use. LifeWave’s technology is the result of over 80 clinical studies and 10 years of research. Scientific studies show after 35 years we experience a 50% reduction in stem cell production AND GHK-Cu… after 60 years an 80% reduction in production, which is why the body starts to break down presenting us with mor...

  • Give a toast for Cheers

    Claudia Baker, staff writer|Oct 29, 2022

    The Cheers for Charity board members and the recipients of this year's charity donations gathered on Oct. 24 at the swing set in West Park in Tehachapi. The donation to Tehachapi Valley Recreation & Park District (TVRPD) is going towards replacing the old swing set with a new one. The checks are enlarged and held by the recipients....

  • Give a toast for Cheers

    Claudia Baker, staff writer|Oct 29, 2022

    The Cheers for Charity board members and the recipients of this year's charity donations gathered on Oct. 24 at the swing set in West Park in Tehachapi. The donation to Tehachapi Valley Recreation & Park District (TVRPD) is going towards replacing the old swing set with a new one. The checks are enlarged and held by the recipients....

  • Karen's back!

    Claudia Baker, staff writer|Jul 31, 2021

    Karen Coontz wants everyone to know that she is back after a long absence due to a doctor-suggested quarantine last year. Karen is the former owner of Style Country Salon, which she had to sell in 2017 due to illness. She has returned to work at Stylz Salon at 20021 West Valley Blvd., Tehachapi. Karen has 42 years of experience in the industry and specializes in color, permanents and is one of the few remaining stylists that will do a shampoo and set. Aside from color, Karen excels at cuts and...