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Medicare's Annual Open Enrollment period, running through Dec. 7, is your yearly opportunity to review your healthcare coverage. Even if your current plan seems to be working well, this year's enrollment is especially important due to upcoming changes that could impact your costs and coverage. Key change starting in 2025: Beginning in 2025, Medicare Part D plans will introduce a $2,000 annual cap on out-of-pocket expenses for covered prescription drugs. This long-awaited improvement will make...
At the weekly meeting of the Rotary Club of Tehachapi, the speaker was Tehachapi resident and Rotary member Christal Wheeler. Wheeler is a member of the Wood Family Funeral Service team, and she gave a presentation known as a "Rotary Craft Talk," in which a Rotarian shares their approach to the craft of living, including the stories and experiences that have shaped their life. Wheeler initially joined Wood Family Funeral Service team in 2019 as the event and wedding planner for the funeral...
The Tehachapi Lions Club received a $500 environmental grant from California Lions Foundation. This grant was given to the Tehachapi Unified School District. As a result, a 50-gallon sequoia tree was planted in front of Tehachapi High School. The sequoia tree is also known as the giant redwood. They can grow to be over 300 feet tall and have diameters of more than 30 feet near the ground. The sequoia trees lifespan can be more than 3,000 years. The Lions Club hopes the tree will be enjoyed for...
Psychiatric Wellness Center is proud to announce the launch of its new Enhanced Care Management (ECM) Mobile Mental Health Clinic, in partnership with Anthem Blue Cross Medi-Cal, the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Kern County District Attorney's Office Family Justice Center. This ECM program is made possible by Governor Gavin Newsom's support of the CalAIM program and the California Department of Health Care Services. "Our state's behavioral health expansion and transformation...
On Oct. 31, the new owners of the Healthy Hippie Trading Company celebrated Halloween with a special grand re-opening and ribbon cutting. Kimberly Durham Ashton and her husband Thorne Ashton recently took ownership of Healthy Hippie from previous owner Sarah Rose, and they celebrated in style. The event was a success with guests dressed up as hippies, live music provided by Highline, plenty of food, crafts, amazing products and even face painting. The shop will continue to host favorite events,...
The Antelope Valley Economic Development and Growth Enterprise (AV EDGE) was recently recognized at the LAEDC's 29th EDDY Awards Gala with the coveted Strategic Engagement Partners of the Year award. AV EDGE shared the 2024 award honors with Long Beach Economic Partnership, Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation and others. For nearly 30 years, this prestigious event celebrates the outstanding achievements of Los Angeles County businesses and organizations that have significantly...
On Nov. 16, Kelley and David Walker, owners of The Pillage Village, braved the November chill with their family and community and cut a ribbon for their shop's grand opening. Throughout the day, guests filled the store browsing through myriad items and finding treasures. Several guests won giveaway prizes and everyone enjoyed the snack bar. When it was time to cut the ribbon, all the guests came together to support the family. Kelley and her husband David have helped the community by donating...
At the Nov. 14 meeting of the Rotary Club of Tehachapi, in honor of Veterans Day, the speaker was Shane McGarrett, who served honorably for four years in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Era. After an honorable discharge from the Air Force, she embarked upon a long, impressive career in the aerospace industry. Shane has written a memoir titled, "Out of Service: Coming of Age, the Military, a Fight for Life and Justice, a Memoir." Shane was notably certified as the first woman jet...
On Nov. 13, Chris Morales, owner of White Rabbit Studios, stood with her partner, Mary Jane Utley, and over 100 residents to cut the ribbon for her new business. Surrounded by friends, colleagues and city officials, Chris shared her journey from her love of acting on stage and directing plays to realizing a dream come true with White Rabbit Studios. The new space, located on 117 S. Mill St., offers lessons in improv, piano, guitar, acting, puppetry and more. The larger entry space can be used...
"As communities across the Southeast continue to recover and rebuild after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the SBA remains focused on its mission to provide support to small businesses to help stabilize local economies, even in the face of diminished disaster funding," said Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman. "If your business has sustained physical damage, or you've lost inventory, equipment or revenues, the SBA will help you navigate the resources available and work with you at our recovery...
The Karl's Hardware's Rental Center Sale begins Dec. 6 and runs through Dec. 15! Team member Drake displays the 22-ton Iron and Oak Log Splitter, which will have a daily rental sale price of just $105 per day (regular rate $120/day). Check out Karl's Hardware's Rental Center at 20901 South St., in Old Town, Tehachapi....
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White Rabbit Studios grand opening White Rabbit Studios will be celebrating its grand opening on Nov. 13 at 4 p.m. Located 117 S. Mill St., Ste. B, this new event center will be a space for the community to coordinate classes, host events and gather for any number of activities. Spearheaded by Chris Morales, this new business is an exciting addition to Tehachapi. There will be live music, food, guest artists and more at this event. The Pillage Village grand opening The next is a grand opening...
The Rotary Club of Tehachapi welcomed Rotary District Governor Sherry Peckhoon Sim to Tehachapi on Oct. 10 to share her vision and show her support of the Tehachapi Rotary Club. She was joined by Assistant District Governor Mary Lundstrom from China Lake Rotary and District Chief Operating Officer Kay Pitts from the Bakersfield Breakfast Rotary. District Governor Sherry Sim has been a member of Rotary since she joined the Rotary Club of Morro Bay in 2005. She then helped to start the Rotary...
The Rotary Club of Tehachapi was treated to an informative presentation by Kimberly Bittner, a member of the Bear Valley Springs Garden Club. An avid gardener, Kimberly talked about the Waterwise Garden project in Bear Valley, located at the corner of S. Lower Valley Rd. and Cumberland Rd., next to the parking lot of the Bear Valley Community Services District (BVCSD) office. The garden was originally established over 25 years ago, to help educate residents about options for low water...
Assistant City Manager Corey Costelloe reported to the City Council that he had been approached by Caltrans for the city to participate in their new Clean California Community Designation Program. The program would be limited to the first 100 cities to sign up and would kick off on Earth Day 2025. Costelloe said the city would receive special freeway signage acknowledging their efforts in keeping Tehachapi clean. The program requires that the city maintain 10 out of 15 criteria in order to...
Mountain Dog Millworks created a custom live edge pine shelf with a blue river and two half round side shelves for this repeat customer. As always she was pleased as punch with the outcome. To collaborate with Mountain Dog Millworks on your own special project call them at (661) 972-9095 or check out their website at www.mountaindogmillworks.com/....
Cerro Coso Community College is excited to announce the acquisition of land for the home of the new Tehachapi campus, a significant milestone that will enable the college to expand educational opportunities in the Tehachapi area. This project marks a transformative step forward for Cerro Coso's commitment to providing accessible, high-quality education to meet the growing needs of students and the broader community. Currently leasing space from the Tehachapi Unified School District, Cerro Coso...
In a thrilling addition to the science fiction world, local author Lorena Para has introduced readers to a universe of epic fight scenes, intriguing characters and spacefaring adventures. Her novel, "The Fera" has garnered rave reviews from readers who praise its immersive storytelling and unforgettable female lead, Orinthia Anton ... a Galactic Marauder Hunter turned space pirate. Readers are calling "The Fera" an "amazing first entry into this series..." and "fun and fast paced with vivid,...
The Blacksmith Automotive team are geared up and ready to assist you with your automotive needs. Pictured: Mike, David, Natasha and Christian....
Local author R.M. Williamson has released her new children’s book, “Bluey the Butterfly,” which focuses on themes of self-discovery and overcoming self-doubt. The story follows a butterfly who feels different but ultimately gains the confidence to embrace his uniqueness. Published by Covenant Books, the book aims to inspire young readers to believe in themselves and appreciate their individual qualities. Vibrant illustrations complement the narrative, making it engaging for children. “Bluey the Butterfly” is available at bookstores and onlin...
This is article No. 21 in a series. See previous The Loop newspaper issues on www.TheLoopNewspaper.com for more information, education and inspiration in how Joyful Life Hypnotherapy can help you have the joyful life you deserve. Family estrangement is a painful experience that affects more people than many realize, up to 40% of families. The causes are varied: differing values, addiction, toxic relationships or long-standing conflicts. For those who find themselves separated from loved ones,...
The Tehachapi City Council meets on the first and third Monday of the month at 6 p.m. They are currently meeting at the Police Department Community Room, 220 W. C St....
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 Rotary Club of Tehachapi welcomed Kyle Yates, center coordinator for The Salvation Army Tehachapi Community Center, to speak about the work they do in the local community. Kyle has worked for The Salvation Army in various roles for 7 years, but most of his work has been with their after-school program. The Salvation Army serves approximately 500 families to help with food insecurity and they distribute over 46,000 pounds of food every month to help people in need in the Tehachapi area. At Th...