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  • Judy Mardell Saville Nov. 23, 1943 – April 24, 2020

    May 9, 2020

    Judy Mardell Saville, 76, of Tehachapi, passed away on April 24. She was born on Nov. 23, 1943. She and her husband, Jerry, were nomads in life's adventure. They traveled all over the country, as well as Europe, Israel, Australia, and lived four years in Germany. When they lived in Ohio, Edwards Air Force Base offered them an opportunity to move to California that they could not refuse. They came to the Golden State in 1991. An educated woman, Judy received her BA degree in business management...

  • 5G does not cause COVID-19, working from home best practices

    Greg Cunningham|May 9, 2020

    If you spend any time online or get your news via social media, you have probably run across conspiracy theories about 5G cell towers causing COVID-19. Not true, bucko. 5G technology uses electromagnetic waves, while COVID-19 is a biological virus. Whole different things. When most people talk about 5G, they are referring to the current fifth-generation mobile broadband technology that companies are rolling out worldwide. Okay, not in Tehachapi, yet. But someday. All mobile broadband technology...

  • Linda Hope Metzger Jan. 11, 1938 – April 19, 2020

    May 9, 2020

    Linda Hope Metzger, 82, of Tehachapi, passed away on Sunday, April 19. She was born on Jan. 11, 1938 in San Diego, Calif. to Frank and Marion Hope. A talented woman in many ways, Linda was first and foremost a fantastic mother. She deeply loved and treasured her family. Her professional career showcased her strengths in bookkeeping and management. Over the years, she and her husband, Phillip, owned an accounting firm and Café Westchester in Bakersfield. When she retired, she enjoyed taking in...

  • Smart moves for women business owners

    Jennifer Palakiko, Edward Jones Financial Advisor|May 9, 2020

    This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones, Member SIPC. Mother's Day is upon us. If you're a mother, you'll enjoy the recognition you get from your family on this day. And given the health concerns caused by the Coronavirus, your appreciation of family may be even greater this year. As we all know, mothers have a difficult job. And many mothers also run their own businesses – another demanding task made even more difficult t...

  • Social Security common questions – Part 2

    Diana Wade, Disability Advocate|May 9, 2020

    What is Disabled Widow's Benefits? This is a disability program where the claimant can apply for benefits based on the deceased spouse's earnings record. You must be 50 years or older and the onset of your disability must be within 7 years of your spouse's death. What is Divorced Spouse's Benefits? A claimant can apply for benefits based on his or her divorced spouse's earnings record. If you were married to your ex-spouse for 10 years, are, at least, 62 years old and are currently unmarried...

  • Mother's Day Greetings from Our Readers

    May 9, 2020

  • Tehachapi through the lens

    May 9, 2020

    This week's Tehachapi through the lens submissions were first posted to The Loop's Good News Tehachapi Facebook group. The staff at The Loop newspaper would love for you to help us share some good news! Search Facebook for "Good News Tehachapi" to join our new group, dedicated to promoting positive happenings in our community. The Loop newspaper was created 19 years ago, with a mission to share as much good community news as possible. While newspapers are an important way to spread needed...

  • A tease of trees

    Midge Lyndee, Book Review|May 9, 2020

    There comes a time, after strong fall winds and freezing winter nights, that there is enough warmth from the sun to once again trigger the miracle of spring. And within that miracle, trees burst into all shades of tender green leaves. Have you noticed? But what if you noticed something else? What if you saw a great oak fall to the ground, then stumble to her feet as a girl? That is exactly what happens in the first pages of “A Tree of Ages” by Sara C. Roethle. What would it feel like to be a tre...