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Money – The Tehachapi Valley Healthcare District cash on hand has gone up for the last two months, with $1,340,000 in the bank as of Jan. 29.

Outreach – Formerly a volunteer, Teri Cryer is now a certified crime prevention specialist with the Tehachapi Police Department following training in San Diego. Cryer works with everyone from children to seniors and presents crime prevention programs for businesses. She organizes Senior Day at the movies and put together the "Shop with a Cop" event before Christmas.

Golden Guild – At the healthcare district board meeting Jan. 29, Marge Wyatt introduced the new Tehachapi Hospital Guild officers, saying, "It's the first time in 12 years I don't hold an office." Wyatt said it's time to turn the reins over to younger volunteers. The new president is Kandi Smith. Cathy Moats is the new vice president.