MODOC FOOTBALL FACES THE WEED COUGARS AT HOMECOMING
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Alturas Elementary Students Boost Fire Safety Skills with CAL FIRE
The Pit River Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Department met at the Modoc County Courthouse on April 19 at noon to kick off Modoc County Victims’ Rights Week with a prayer walk honoring missing and murdered relatives and friends.
The event began with songs and prayers, offering attendees an opportunity to remember loved ones. Some participants shared personal stories and memories.
requirement for authorities to notify victims’ families of such developments.
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Organizers emphasized the importance of standing together to speak the names of those lost and to be their voice.
The CAL FIRE Lassen Modoc Unit, in collaboration with the Modoc Fire Safe Council and Alturas Elementary School, recently led a vital Fire Prevention Week program for local students. Focusing on this year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” students received handson training inside the
Modoc County Victim Services Advocate Brooke Mansfield spoke about Marsy’s Law and the role of victim services advocates.
Marsy’s Law is named after Marsalee “Marsy” Ann Nicholas, a University of California, Santa Barbara student who was killed by her ex-boyfriend in 1983. One week after her death, her family encountered the accused at a market, unaware he had been released on bail. At the time, there was no
Advocates say the experience reflects a broader issue faced by families of crime victims, who historically were not guaranteed rights within the justice system. While defendants are afforded numerous constitutional protections, victims’ families were not previously ensured similar rights.
The Marsy’s Law initiative began in California and was led by Marsy’s brother, Dr. Henry T. Nicholas III.
Fire Prevention Trailer. They gained essential knowledge on battery safety, evacuation strategies, and overall fire preparedness, in addition to learning about the dangers of playing with fire equipment and understanding firefighter fitness and gear.
Constitution, crime victims and their families are guaranteed rights under Article I, Section 28(b). These include the right to fair and respectful treatment, protection from defendants and their associates, and consideration of victim safety in bail and release decisions.
Voices Raised for Justice at Prayer Walk in Modoc County Surprise
This community-focused initiative, shared by the CAL FIRE Lassen Modoc
In November 2008, voters approved Proposition 9, known as the California Victims’ Bill of Rights Act, making it one of the most comprehensive victims’ rights laws in the country.
Under the California
Unit, shows the strong commitment to public safety education, ensuring younger residents understand critical fire prevention measures. By teaching these crucial lessons at an early age, the program helps build safer communities through increased awareness and preparedness. Residents are encouraged to follow the CAL FIRE Lassen Modoc
Victims also have the right to keep certain information confidential, refuse interviews by the defense, and receive notice of key developments, including arrests, charges and case resolutions. They may attend public proceedings, be heard in court and request timely resolution of cases.
Additional rights include providing input during sentencing, accessing certain reports, receiving updates on an offender’s status, and obtaining restitution
Veterans Day guide to honor local service members
for losses. Victims are also entitled to the return of property when it is no longer needed as evidence.
Unit on social media for ongoing safety tips and community updates.
Now a beloved annual event, the Fire Prevention Week program is something that firefighters, staff, and students alike look forward to each year— an opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate the shared responsibility of keeping their community safe.
Victims may participate in parole proceedings, with their safety and public safety considered in release decisions.
The prayer walk followed the ceremony, raising awareness about the crisis
of missing and murdered Indigenous people while promoting justice for victims of violent crimes. Organizers said the gathering aimed to honor survivors, promote healing and highlight victims’ rights, with participants joining a community demonstration to support justice and remember loved ones.
Veterans Day is a time for reflection, gratitude and community. This November, Modoc Record is preparing a special guide dedicated to honoring the men and women who have served in the nation’s armed forces. The guide will feature profiles of local veterans, community events, support resources and ways for residents to get involved. It will be printed and distributed throughout Modoc and Lassen counties. Stories will highlight resilience, sacrifice and
leadership, while event listings will provide information on parades, ceremonies and other gatherings. Readers will also find details on organizations offering assistance with health care, education and employment, as well as volunteer opportunities and donation drives.
Surprise Valley Electrification Corp. (Surprise Valley) has reached a preliminary agreement to acquire PacifiCorp’s Lakeview service area. If finalized, Surprise Valley will acquire the right to serve the Town of Lakeview, along with the equipment used to distribute energy to those customers. Surprise Valley is a nonprofit rural electric cooperative that has served the neighboring region for 90 years.
Submissions can be emailed to info@modocmedia.com. Veterans Day is not only
This transaction is one of several planned by PacifiCorp to sell portions of its Oregon service territory to cooperative utilities. In Wallowa County, Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative plans to take over service to 5,514 customer meters; in the Monroe area, BlachlyLane Electric Cooperative would take on 1,162 customer meters. In the Lakeview area, Surprise Valley would take
Community members are invited to help shape the guide. If you or someone you know has served, Modoc Media encourages you to submit a photo, name and years of service.
ensuring local stories of courage and commitment are remembered and celebrated.
Vol. 133, No. 29 Alturas, California 24 Pages
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Alturas, California April 23, 2026
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118 Years Ago - 1908
THE MOST treacherous disease, pneumonia, has hit Mooc hard this year and that is why the coming of warm weather is most welcomed by all… The open spring has caused Forest Supervisor Chris Rachford to announce that cattle may be turned out prior to the turnout date… The building of the railroad into Alturas along with the construction of a new high school and two giant stone buildings on Main Street makes Alturas a busy place these days.
108 Years Ago - 1918
TEN COWBOYS have been signed by Ed Ivory to take 1,600 head of cattle on a drive to Klamath County, Oregon… The freshman class spent the weekend camping and fishing. The girls went to the reservoir on Pine
Looking Back
Creek and the boys went to Parker Creek… C. E. Ebbe has leased the Watson Dairy in Alturs… Temperatures at mid-April went into the 60’s, but snow also fell during the last week.
88 Years Ago - 1938
WESLEY ST. JOHN will represent the county at the third annual California Crusader speaking contest in Red Bluff this weekend… Tom Briles has ordered an all-out campaign to kill poisoned ground squirrels in Modoc this year… Nelson Monroe of Alturas and Charles. L. Vernon of Lake City are among the 69 servicemen who will be given homestead allotments in the Tulelake basin… A “Stranger Than Fiction” film shown at the Niles Theater this week depicted the idle Pickering mill in Alturas as the largest
single unit mill in the world that has never turned a wheel. It was built at a cost of $1,400,000 but the owner died in 1933 before it became operative.
63 Years Ago - 1963
THE BOARD of Supervisors has named a 29 member lay committee of Modoc citizens who will work out a plan for improving the local economy… The Modoc County Probation Office and its procedures were reorganized this week with the appointment of John Hagerman as county juvenile officer and BudLayton as Alturas juvenile officer. They will work with Uel Marr, county probation officer… Snow piled up to a depth of one foot in Alturas this week and temperatures went down to 12 degrees above zero, not unusual for April in Modoc.
THANK YOU TO THE HOLLOWAYS FOR SHARING THEIR CONCERNS FOR M.C. OUR POPULOUS SHOULD PAY ATTENTION TO THEIR WORDS.
Ron McCullough
Celebrating the Heart of Alturas: National Volunteer Week Shines a Light on Local Heroes
By Janice Prince Betian
As National Volunteer Week approaches, communities across the country take time to recognize the individuals who give their time, energy, and compassion to help others. This year, National Volunteer Week will take place April 19–25, offering a
special opportunity to honor those who make a difference every day.
In Alturas, that spirit of service is not just a once-ayear celebration—it is a way of life.
From classrooms to clinics, food programs to faith-based outreach, volunteers are the
quiet force behind many of the services that keep Modoc County strong. At Modoc Medical Center, volunteers play a vital role in supporting patients, families, and staff. Whether greeting visitors, assisting with administrative tasks, or
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Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor,
To my dear fellow Modoc County residents, you all need to know what our State government in Sacramento is planning to do that will bankrupt masses of Californians. There is one bill before our State legislature that would rescind Prop. 13 that has been the sole safeguard for homeowners in this state against punitive property taxes. Since Prop. 13’s passage almost 50 years ago our property taxes have been held to a maximum of 1% (one-percent) of assessed value. This has allowed millions of elderly and low-income Californians who bought their homes decades ago when homes were actually affordable to keep their homes. Contrary to popular misconception, most homeowners are not rich, they are everyday hard-working folk who scrimped and saved for years to be able to buy a home. If the State legislature is allowed to rescind Prop. 13 and raise the property tax rate millions of homeowners could lose their homes due to the inability to pay the property taxes. In addition, those who are not yet homeowners will be pushed farther away from homeownership because the higher property taxes will disqualify them. This is immoral, plain and simple. The sinister objective to rescinding Prop. 13 is for the State and counties to extort more money out of homeowners in order to fund their scams and frauds. We know how billions of dollars have vanished in our state to fund one scam after another. Now Sacramento is desperate to find ways to make up for those wasted billions.
The other bill before the State legislature regards levying a mileage tax on every car owner-driver in this state.
These two bills coming up for a vote in Sacramento will hurt everyone whether you are a Democrat or Republican or independent. These two bills will not hurt the wealthy, but they will do major damage to the elderly and middle-class and poor.
Wake up to what Sacramento is hoping to do to us!!
Jeff Middlebrook
Paid Commentary
I can give one reason why newspaper print is losing readership. Almost, without exception, the newsprint media is biased in favor of the left, ignoring conservative opinion. Rick Holloway rarely agreed with me but he almost always printed my letters. At least half of this country is conservative but our voices continue to be stifled. Even the Klamath Herald and News will not print the letters I write rebutting a point of view I disagree with. They won’t even return my phone calls questioning their reasoning. A few years ago my letters were always published. I’m always thoughtful and polite. I’m not mean or hateful. I just think a lot of the current rhetoric is divisive and untruthful. I realize I can’t change anyone’s mind but I can validate what some people think.
I feel an editorial opinion page is a vital component of any newspaper. When my husband and I used to travel a bit I made sure to check out the opinion page of the local paper to get a feel for the area.
also—I know—a lot of local people are absolutely sick of seeing the pickup draped with political slogans parked on main street. Their signs are false and misleading and some of their people are rude and arrogant. Tell me—what is the answer?
Vaudine Cullins
P.S. what about charging for the paper again everyone seemed to be ok with that
Dear Editor-
I am not red, blue or woke but I am an American who loves my country deeply. My father served 25 years in the U.S. Military including teaching at West Point and Military attaché at the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City, Mexico.
I’ve traveled and lived enough in other countries to know we as a nation are very fortunate. But, the situation is getting BAD here.
Who thinks it is beneficial to insult, berate and be cruel to others? Didn’t high school teach us anything? Elementary school too for that matter?
People of all faiths believe in kindness and helping others where possible. We are all humans with the same needs and wants. After living 78 years it’s obvious to me that helping others and being grateful for what I have is what life is all about. Why can’t our elected officials stand up to obvious abuse of power, bias, closed mindedness and egocentric immaturity. What is the point of rashness and being uninformed?
Please read our Constitution and Bill of Rights. Stand for honesty and goodness.
Betty Baker
County Sheriff’s Office Bookings
As of Monday morning, there are 34 people in the Modoc County Jail, 4 females and 30 males. Jail capacity is 43.
04/15/26
BELL, Clinton Randall (age 49, Bieber, CA)
Arrested on a felony warrant for failure to appear; booked and held without bail MCSO
NAYLOR, Michael Allen (age 61, Tulelake, CA)
Arrested on a felony warrant for accessory after the fact; booked and held on $10,000 bail
MCSO
ALLERT, Richard Webb
Charles (age 37, Alturas)
Arrested for sex offender failing to update annual registration; booked and held on $20,000 bail APD
04/17/26
BROWN, Christopher Leroy (age 53, Alturas)
Arrested for DUI; booked and released on signed promise to appear CHP
Modoc County Sheriff’s Office Blotter
Monday, April 13
12:08 pm Building security check conducted in the Thom’s Creek area
1:31 pm Responded to assist Alturas Police with report of an altercation
Tuesday, April 14
4:09 pm Welfare check conducted in the Davis Creek area
6:18 pm Responded to the Cedarville area for report of an assault
11:08 pm Responded to assist EMS in the MRE area
Wednesday, April 15
11:44 am Welfare check conducted in the Lookout area
3:45 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Likely area; warning issued
4:09 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Likely area; warning issued
5:46 pm Probation compliance check conducted in the MRE area
7:07 pm Assisted Alturas Police with attempting contact with subject in Alturas
Thursday, April 16
1:34 pm Responded to the Likely area for report of a dog at large
2:05 pm Responded to the Cal Pines area to conduct a welfare check
2:42 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Likely area; warning issued
3:44 pm Welfare check conducted in the Canby area
4:46 pm Responded to the Newell area for a juvenile issue
5:13 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Alturas rural area; warning issued 7:09 pm Welfare check conducted in the Cal Pines area
Friday, April 17
12:12 pm Pedestrian check conducted in the Newell area
2:15 pm Responded to report of a suspicious person in the Newell area
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5:19 pm Responded to report of a traffic collision in the Cedarville area
5:37 pm Responded to report of a deceased subject in Alturas; Coroner report taken
Saturday, April 18
9:21 am Responded to report of an unwanted guest in the Daphnedale area
1:52 pm Responded to assist EMS in the MRE area
Sunday, April 19
9:02 pm Responded to assist Alturas Police with report of criminal threats
Legal Lowdown
Monday, April 13, 2026, Virgil Howerton, PrePreliminary Setting on Felony violations of VC10851(a), PC4573(a), Misdemeanor violations of HS11377(a) and VC14601.1(a) in addition to multiple special allegations. Defendant out on own recognizance. Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 6/11/2026
Monday, April 13, 2026, Rickey Huckabee, Trial Confirmation Hearing on Felony violation of HS11395, Misdemeanor violations of VC2800.1(a) and VC14601.1(a) with multiple special allegations. Defendant out on own recognizance. Jury Trial scheduled for 05/05/2026.
Monday, April 13, 2026, Marques Holman, PrePreliminary Hearing on Felony violations of PC1320(b), PC29800(a) (1) and PC30305(a) (1). Defendant out on own recognizance. Preliminary Examination scheduled for 6/10/2026.
Monday, April 13, 2026, Bradley Mills, Pre-Trial Conference on Felony violations of PC273.5(a), PC422(a), and PC245(a) (4) with multiple special allegations. Defendant out on own recognizance. Jury Trial scheduled for 7/7/2026.
Monday, April 13, 2026, Kayla Hill, Pre-Preliminary Hearing on Felony violation of PC21810 with a special allegation, Misdemeanor violations of PC22810(e) (1) and PC166(a) (4). Defendant out on own recognizance. Preliminary Examination scheduled for 6/11/2026.
Thursday, April 16, 2026, Reuben Onestar, Arraignment on Information for Felony Violations of PC209(b)(1) three counts, PC209.5(a), PC261(a)(6), PC286(c)(2)(A), PC287(c) (2) (A) three counts, PC273.5(f) (1), PC24(a) (1), and PC236 in addition several special allegations. Defendant Remanded. Jury Trial scheduled for 5/19/26.
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electric rates in the country, with residential and small commercial rates of 11.35 cents per kilowatt hour.
“We know this area well and we work hard to provide reliable and affordable service to our members,”
Surprise Valley General Manager Brad Kresge said in a statement. “We are looking forward to serving Lakeview the same way we have served this region for almost a century.”
The preliminary agreement is still nonbinding, and remains subject to more investigation and negotiation. Any final decision will be made by the cooperative’s democraticallyelected Board of Directors.
Surprise Valley began exploring the transaction only once it concluded that member rates would not go up. The transaction will proceed only if it benefits both current and future members.
Historically, cooperatives were formed to serve sparsely populated rural areas that the private utility companies refused to serve. Urban areas have more concentrated customer populations, and are therefore generally more cost-effective and lucrative.
As the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association explains, “power companies ignored the rural areas of the nation.” After the passage of the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 and the Electric Cooperative Corporation Act in 1937, communities could form cooperatives to obtain low-interest federal loans and bring electricity to rural areas. Ever since, electric cooperatives like Surprise Valley have provided power to their member-owners on a non-profit, cost-of-service basis.
For Lakeview’s current PacifiCorp customers, the transaction represents the opportunity to be served by
its neighborhood cooperative utility. For instance, Surprise Valley already has service people working in the area, which means outage response times would likely improve. Area residents and businesses have also expressed frustration with power supply problems that have limited regional growth. However, these power supply constraints are a regional infrastructure issue that would not be resolved just by Surprise Valley taking over service. Still, the cooperative explores all available options to provide quality, reliable service to its memberowners, and would do the same for Lakeview.
For current Surprise Valley members, the transaction could provide important benefits. The cooperative currently relies heavily on irrigation, which means that demand surges during the growing season and drops off in winter. This variability makes planning challenging, and can result in unexpected financial shifts based on weather. The Lakeview area would bring a greater share of large commercial and industrial customers. These large, year-round operations could help smooth out seasonal load swings and create a more diversified customer base. In addition, a larger pool of customers helps spread fixed overhead costs over a broader pool. This economy of scale is a key driver behind utilities of all kinds because it can help stabilize long-term rates. If negotiations are successful, the transaction would still be subject to approval by the Oregon Public Utility Commission, a process that can take 12 months. During the negotiation and regulatory approval period, PacifiCorp will continue to provide service to customers in the area.
Celebrating the Power of Youth
During the month of April, Friday Night Live (FNL) programs across California celebrate the work of youth leaders at the forefront of creating positive change.
FNL Month serves as an opportunity to elevate youth voices, highlight the impact of prevention, and celebrate the powerful work happening in California communities.
April 24, 2026 marks the sixth annual FNL Advocacy Day – a day devoted to spotlighting FNL programs and youth-led campaigns throughout the state
Founded in 1984, the FNL program was specifically focused on reducing underage drinking and impaired driving. Building on the success of its more than 40-year history, FNL has expanded and evolved to also address broader youth-identified issues. Youth-led initiatives focus on refusal skills, fostering safe environments and developing skills, as well as community outreach, peer education, social action, and advocacy. Today, FNL programs are implemented in 55 counties in California, and engage over 20,000 youth annually through more than 500 chapters in schools, community centers, local agencies, and nonprofit organizations. FNL programs build resiliency, prevent substance use, promote school connectedness, and support emotional and physical well-being.
Modoc County FNL Partnership sponsors three FNL chapters. FNL-West is in Alturas and FNL-East
in Surprise Valley has two chapters at the School and in Fort Bidwell. RISE Culture Advisor and FNL Advisor
Lisa Craig expressed that, “FNL is led by positive youth with adult partnerships that take action for lasting impacts on the lives of peers and in their community. In Fort Bidwell, members will bring awareness to trends in, and public health impacts resulting from, cannabis use.”
FNL-East Advisor Tanja Ramming announced that the FNL-East chapter will host a Town Hall Meeting on April 24th, at 5:00 p.m. The event will take place at the Fort Bidwell Indian Community Center and will inform adult and Tribal partners on teen cannabis use, which has increased since legalization of sales. Research facts about teen brain development, that makes teens the highest risk for cannabis harms,
will be presented by a Youth Advocate Team.
Members of the FNL-West chapter at Modoc Middle School planned a party to celebrate FNL month. They included recognition of instrumental community partners who have supported their prevention campaigns on underaged drinking and gambling, and have invested in them as leaders of today and tomorrow. Advisor Leah Mudron explained, “FNL members always thank adult partners, but they wanted to show how support from adult allies fosters healthy decisions, with stronger community ties, for young leaders.”
“The time is right for youth and adult partners to get together, to build healthier communities for us all. FNL students are strong advocates. They implement strategies tailored for youth participatory action. Adults are encouraged to attend meetings and hear about prevention from these young leaders,” shared Advisor Tanja Ramming.
The Modoc County Friday
Night Live Partnership Coordinator may be contacted at rise@citlink.net, or receive FNL program information at fridaynightlive.org.
Active FNL-West girls (left to right) are Madison Palmer, Cali Blair, Zephyr Battram, Sophia Blair, Maysin Patchett, Madison Meyer, Rocklyn Turner, Harlyn Hinton and Holland Luappe.
FNL-West chapter member Dylan Mudron presented a community engagement certificate to the Modoc College Center.
Friday Night Live month was celebrated at Modoc Middle School with treats and certificates of appreciation for community allies in prevention.
White Bear Awarded SBA Region IX Rural Small Business Of the Year Award
Local business owner Amanda Hoy and her company, White Bear Construction, Inc., have been awarded the prestigious Region IX Rural Small Business of the Year award by the U.S. Small Business Administration. The award recognizes small businesses that drive economic growth and support the community within a vast region encompassing California, Nevada, Arizona, Hawaii, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands.
Excellence in Rural Entrepreneurship
The “Rural Small Business of the Year” honor is not merely a local accolade; it is a competitive recognition of “job creators, builders, and innovators” who serve as economic anchors for the nation. To secure this win for Region IX, White Bear Construction was evaluated
against several rigorous pillars of business excellence:
• Staying Power: Winners must demonstrate a proven track record of stability and the ability to remain competitive over time.
• Economic Impact: The SBA looks for evidence of sustained growth in sales and net worth, alongside a commitment to increasing local employment.
• Overcoming Challenges: The award specifically highlights businesses that thrive despite the unique logistical and geographic hurdles inherent in rural operations.
• Community Contribution: Nominees are judged on their dedication to helping the small business community grow within their specific region.
A Celebration of Success In a congratulatory letter,
SBA District Director Heather Luzzi commended Hoy’s “hard work and dedication,” noting that her achievements play a vital role in driving the nation’s economic growth.
The formal award presentation will take place during National Small Business Week on May 6th at the historic Sacramento Memorial Auditorium in Sacramento.
The ceremony is part of Capital Region Small Business Week and is cohosted by the California State Treasurer’s Office, the City of Sacramento, and the County of Sacramento.
White Bear Construction, Inc., located at 34795 Hwy 299 in Alturas, now stands as a premier example of rural success for the entire Western United States and Pacific territories.
Native Youth Water Protectors Receives Grant Support
On April 15, 2026, Resources for Indian Student Education (RISE) was approved for Whale Tail funding to deliver cultural hydrology experiences to Native youth. Native Youth Water Protectors is a collaborative project that will engage Miwok, Maidu, Pit River, Paiute, Modoc and Pomo Tribal youth in a cultural approach to the hydrologic cycle.
The California Coastal Commission approved $2 million for 47 new Whale Tail grants to nonprofits, tribes, and schools. Those grant projects will advance education, stewardship, and access to underrepresented
communities for the California coast and ocean experiences. A recordbreaking 434 applications were submitted for this grant round.
The WHALE TAIL® Grants Program, which began in 1998, is supported by Californians who purchase the Whale Tail License Plate. New grants were made possible through a partnership with the Ocean Protection Council with funds from California Climate Investments. The 2026 selected projects will impact communities across every California coastal county as well as the inland counties.
Whale Tail funding to the Native Youth Water Protectors (NYWP) will support a local Water Festival on June 27, 2026 in Alturas. That event welcomes the community in promoting a public sense of water conservation and need to protect the essential, life element. Water Festival will begin the collaborative hydrology project with 55 participants, who will attend training and receive a NYWP handbook developed by RISE youth Water Protectors. The community is invited to participate and/or contribute to the Water Festival by contacting RISE at (530) 233-2226.
TOM GIFFORD
For Modoc County Superior Court Judge
Come out and meet Tom Gifford
On April 29, 2026 • From 6-7 PM
At the Cal Pines Lodge • 750 Shasta View Drive
I am NOT accepting any donations or contributions I will finance my own campaign.
My opponent has been in Modoc County for 10 months and makes $240,000.00 a year and is asking for the citizens of Modoc County to donate to his retirement dream. Does anybody see anything wrong with that besides me? I am putting my money where my mouth is, not your hard earned money.
State student
The Alturas Elks Lodge recently donated $500 to the American Legion to support local youth participation in the California Boys and Girls State program in Sacramento.
Stephen Riley, a Past Exalted Ruler and American Legion member, presented the check to American Legion Commander Ed Allert and District Boys and Girls State Leader Linda Newman. This marks the third consecutive year the Elks Lodge has provided funding
FIND THE WORDS
WORD FIND
This is a theme puzzle with the subject stated below. Find the listed words in the grid. (They may run in any always in a straight line. Some letters are used more than once.) Ring each word as you find it and when you pleted the puzzle, there will be 19 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.
This is a theme puzzle with the subject stated below. Find the listed words in the grid. (They may run in any direction but always in a straight line. Some letters are used more than once.) Ring each word as you find it and when you have completed the puzzle, there will be 19 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.
It’s called football
It’s called football
Solution: 19 Letters
Jim Kaderabek
3/21/1937 - 4/11/2026
James Karl “Jim” Kaderabek was born in Fort Dodge, Iowa, to Karl and Dorothy Kaderabek. The grandson of Swedish and Bohemian immigrants, his childhood was filled with extended family gatherings, hunting the Iowa cornfields, fishing along the Des Moines river, and family trips every summer to “fish camp” in Canada. He spent many days with his veterinarian grandfather, Antone Kaderabek. Jim talked fondly of those trips with him to the serum plant where hog vaccine research was taking place in Fort Dodge. Jim graduated from Fort Dodge High School and kept in contact with his high school buddies until his death, often reminiscing about the innocent pranks they pulled, snakes left in pants pockets much to his mother’s horror, and the “duck hunter’s mass,” defined as early morning and no more than 30 minutes, after which he and his friends took off hunting. He attended Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, earning a degree in Forestry. While at college, he often said he was pursuing a degree in “Pitch,” a card game that took precedence over studying, until he met Micki through mutual friends. A lifelong, dedicated Cyclone fan, Jim carried his love for Iowa sports with him across every state he lived in. Although Jim and Micki attended rival schools, they fell quickly in love, marrying on September 6, 1958.
Jim’s professional career was defined by hard work and a steady rise through the ranks. He began his career in Kansas on the railroad inspecting lines and ties, where his daughters, Jill and Jody, were born. Soon after that, he found his true calling as a forester with the U.S. Forest Service, relocating to Big Creek, California, a rugged, remote town in the granite where he was a front line wildland firefighter, as well as cruising timber sales. His son, Todd, was born in Fresno, Ca during their Big Creek adventure. Many lifelong Forest Service friends were made in the close-knit
community. In 1967, the family was transferred to the Big Bend Ranger District on Donner Summit, where they experienced record-breaking snowfall. The family quickly adapted to the winters and discovered a love for skiing.
Jim especially enjoyed crosscountry skiing and ice fishing, using seal skins on snowshoes to trek up the hills with friends.
In 1969, he was transferred to the Sierraville Ranger District, where Jim was the Fire Management Officer, managing wildland firefighting on the District. He went on to be the Range Manager, working with local ranchers on their cattle and sheep allotments. He had a good working relationship with the ranchers in a time when collaboration was standard procedure and the Forest Service still rode horseback to assess the range ground. He also served there as Interim District Ranger.
In 1978, Jim was promoted to District Ranger in Adin, California, a few years later transferring to the Devils Garden District in nearby Canby. His collaborative personality built strong relationships with staff who remained his friends throughout his retirement. During his tenure with the Modoc National Forest, he was recognized regionally for his work to recover and conserve threatened, endangered, and sensitive species, improving local wetlands and nesting habitat for wetland birds.
In 1998, Jim and Micki retired to Weiser, Idaho, where they enjoyed grandkids coming over after school, family gatherings for holidays, bridge parties with friends, gardening, canning, and, of course, hunting and fishing. Jim possessed a practical
knowledge of the land, with a love for fishing that was as deep as his love for gardening. He was a die-hard fisherman who could be found on the water rain or shine, and his garden was a constant point of pride and joy. He and Micki were true partners in adventure, traveling to all 50 states, as well as a six-week camping trek through Alaska, a trip to Ireland, and annual fishing trips to Canada that grew from a traditional men’s outing into a shared passion for the two of them.
Jim’s love for his family was marked by a steady and reliable presence. Whether it was traveling across the country to cheer at a volleyball game, encouraging Micki on at a run, volunteering at numerous track meets and baseball tournaments, or tagging along to the latest grandkid’s activity, Jim was there. He was particularly patient sharing his love for the water, spending countless hours on the bank or in his boat teaching three generations how to cast, bait a hook, and reel in a fish. He was a constant in the daily lives of those he loved, always just a quick phone call away for a weather check, expert gardening advice, or simply a listening ear.
He was a devoted Catholic and a tireless volunteer for St. Agnes parish. He quietly served for years on the Parish Council as well as managing the church finances with the same meticulous care he gave to the forest and his garden.
Jim passed away April 11th, at the age of 89, now reunited with his beloved wife of 66 years, Micki, who preceded him in death in July 2025. He was a loving caregiver in her battle with dementia, whether it was keeping the meals cooked or helping her play Bingo at Edgewood. He
spent every afternoon he could with her at Edgewood, while fighting his own cancer battle.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Karl and Dorothy Kaderabek; his wife, Micki; his son-in-law, Ted Hermanson; nephews Tim McClimon, Jay Morgan, and Kevin Morgan; and brothersin-law Ron Morgan, Dan McClimon, Rick Ricketts, Max Koeper, Dave Wright, and Mike Shara.
He is survived by his daughters Jill (Jerome) Grandi of Weiser, and Jody Hermanson of Durham, North Carolina; son Todd (Katherine) Kaderabek of Asheville, North Carolina; his sisters Ann Koeper and Polly Wright; brother-in-law Marty McClimon; and sisters-in-law Pat Ricketts, Pat McClimon, Dyan (Scott) McClimon, and Maureen Shara. Jim was a proud grandfather to Odo (Anna) Grandi, Sally Grandi, Libby (David) Johns, Thames (Ty) Higginbotham, and Miller (Emily) Kaderabek, and a cherished great-grandfather to Ava Grandi, Madison Johns, Hayes Grandi, Silas Johns, Della Grandi, Tripp Grandi,
and Robert Higginbotham. He also leaves behind many beloved nieces and nephews.
A Rosary Vigil will be held at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Weiser, Idaho, on Friday, May 8th at 7:00 p.m., with a Funeral Mass and burial on Saturday, May 9th at 11:00 a.m. An online viewing link for the funeral mass can be found under Jim’s obituary at altogetherfuneral.com
We are forever grateful for the compassionate care from Dr. Pierson and Janelle Wright, the St. Al’s Ontario infusion staff, (Tawna, Jodi, Nicki, Erika, Val), Angel Wings, and Ancora Hospice for their support. We would also like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the Edgewood Assisted Living staff for their compassionate care of Dad in his final days, treating him as if he were their own family member. The Edgewood staff are amazing, loving caregivers who work to make every day good.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the St. Agnes Food Bank Charity Fund in Jim’s memory.
DION DITMORE
“Celebration of Life” Sunday April 26th
2:00 Alturas Veterans Memorial Park – Military Rifle Salute Brass Rail (immediately afterwards) – Tri-tip BBQ Feast Bring a favorite dish if you’d like!
Your Stor y Matter s to Us
Break the silence. Support survivors. End sexual assault.
Sexual Assault leaves lasting scar s that go far beyond the physical scar s. Sur vivor s car r y the weight of shame, anxiety, depr ession, and br oken tr ust for year s. T he tr auma can af fect
r elationships, car eer s, and the a bility to feel safe in ever yday life. Healing is possible, and no one should face this jour ney alone.
If you or someone you know are looking for a safe place to tell your story call Modoc Crisis Center (530) 233-4575
Modoc County Little League Opens 2026 Season with Dedication to Jay Eppler
The Modoc County Little League opened its 2026 season April 18 by honoring longtime community member Jay Eppler with the dedication of its batting cages.
The tribute, presented by Harry Boulade, recognized Eppler’s lasting contributions to local youth and the game of baseball.
Eppler moved to Alturas as a sophomore when his parents purchased the Chief Motel, located where the Wagon Wheel stands today.
In March 1973, he married Gail, and together they raised two children, Micah and Monicah.
In the early 2000s, while serving as president of Modoc County Little League, Eppler helped lead efforts to build the batting cages.
The project was funded through grassroots community efforts, including candy sales, dances and a New Year’s Eve Millennium Dance.
Those efforts raised enough money to begin construction and provide uniforms and equipment for Little League teams.
For more than 20 years, the cages have helped young players learn, grow and prepare for the game.
In April 2025, an anonymous donor contributed $100,000 to the Rotary Club of Alturas, allowing for expansion and improvements to the facility for future generations.
With the project now nearing completion, the newly enhanced batting cages are being dedicated to Eppler in recognition of his commitment to youth, the community and baseball.
Gail, Micah and Monicah thanked supporters for their decades of dedication to Little League and baseball, as well as the anonymous donor and the Rotary Club of Alturas for helping make the project possible.
Photos by Rustic Roots Photography
Lorenzo’s Law Gains Support from Modoc County DA
Modoc County District
Attorney Nina Salarno spoke in support of Assembly Bill 2040, also known as Lorenzo’s Law, which is designed to strengthen accountability for juvenile offenders while reinforcing oversight in the justice system and prioritizing victims’ rights and public safety.
A press conference aired April 17 on KTVU Channel 2, where Salarno appeared alongside Assemblywoman Alexandra Macedo and other law enforcement officials.
In a social media post, Salarno said, “We must continue advancing policies that protect our communities while upholding integrity in our justice system.”
Assembly Bill 2040, introduced by Macedo, would lower the legal standard required to transfer a minor from juvenile to adult court.
Under current law,
judges must find “clear and convincing evidence” that a minor cannot be rehabilitated within the juvenile system before approving a transfer.
The proposed legislation would instead require a “preponderance of the evidence,” a lower threshold commonly used in civil cases.
The bill would not expand which minors are eligible for transfer but would change how judges evaluate those already eligible under existing law.
Supporters say the change is needed because transfers to adult court have become rare.
According to the California Department of Justice, of 32,874 juvenile arrests, only 24 cases qualified for fitness hearings to consider transfer. In 2024, probation departments reported just five cases were ultimately remanded to adult court despite thousands of violent
felony arrests.
The proposal follows heightened attention to juvenile justice in Kings County after the death of Lorenzo Sanchez, who was killed in a case that drew statewide attention. Because the suspect in that case was younger than 16, prosecutors were unable to seek a transfer hearing, prompting calls from the victim’s family for changes to state law.
Existing law, shaped in part by Proposition 57, requires judges — not prosecutors — to decide whether minors should be tried as adults. Transfers are generally limited to felony cases involving minors 16 and older, with narrower exceptions for younger teens accused of certain serious offenses.
more flexibility in severe cases while maintaining judicial oversight.
Macedo said the bill aims to balance rehabilitation with accountability, giving courts
Images from Modoc County District Attorney-Facebook
5 Ways To Navigate Health Care Costs And Coverage With Confidence
By Steve Cain, CEO, UnitedHealthcare of California
April is Financial Literacy Month, a good time to learn how your health plan can support your financial and health goals. Understanding your coverage can be a vital part of your family’s financial planning. Especially since 36% of adults report skipping care due to cost in the last 12 months.
At UnitedHealthcare, we are working to make it easier to understand your benefits, compare your care options in advance and feel more confident navigating health care.
Here are five practical tips to help you be a savvier health care consumer:
1. Consider digital solutions designed to improve your experience
Some health insurers offer tools that help you find network providers more easily, compare treatment options and make more informed decisions about where to get care. AI-powered tools such as chatbots and enhanced provider search may also be available to help you navigate benefits and take the next best step in your health care journey.
UnitedHealthcare recently introduced Avery, its AI chatbot, designed to help create a simpler health care experience. Available when using the UHC app and member website, eligible members can ask Avery questions about cost estimates, claims, provider search and more. Avery offers clear next steps—and if extra support is needed, she can transfer you to a customer advocate.
2. Compare costs and care options before scheduling care
Just like other major purchases, comparing costs and options ahead of time can help you make informed decisions and potentially save you money.
Some health insurers offer plan and provider search tools that can help you understand your choices and expected costs before you
book an appointment.
3. Explore personalized programs and services
Check whether your health insurer offers digital tools that make it easier to find programs and services that fit your health and lifestyle needs with offerings supporting women’s health, mental health, weight management, nutrition and fitness, chronic conditions and more. The UHC Store, for example, is a digital shopping experience for eligible members to shop for and purchase a variety of discounted health and wellness offerings to meet their individual needs throughout the year at an average of 26% off retail prices.
4. Establish a relationship with a primary care provider
Building an ongoing relationship with a primary care provider can help catch potential issues earlier, when treatment may be simpler and less costly. It can also support better outcomes by helping coordinate care over time.
Annual checkups, vaccines and certain screenings may be covered by your health plan at no additional cost when recommended by a network provider. That’s especially important as rates of certain cancers and chronic conditions continue to rise among working-age adults.
5. Don’t forget about financial protection plans
Expenses from an unexpected illness, injury or hospital stays can add up quickly. That’s where supplemental plans can help. This can include options like accident insurance, critical illness insurance or hospital insurance. Supplemental plans can provide financial peace of mind by offering fixed payments or reimbursements during covered life events. This added layer of protection may help with everyday
expenses, medical bills and unexpected costs that can come with time away from work.
A few small steps can make health care easier to navigate. Take a few minutes to review your benefits and contact your health plan and employer with any questions. With the right tools and support, you can understand your coverage, plan for costs and choose care that fits your needs.
Landin & Courtney Hagge
Eric & Macy VonRader
Hans & Linda Marchy
Tex & Lesa Dowdy
Margaret Long
John Kenny
Nina Salarno
Stephen A. King
Geri Byrne
Mark Pence
Stacy Sphar
Casey Cockrell
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Sewer Failure Between 12th, 13th Streets Triggers Emergency Action
At a special City Council meeting April 9, city officials declared an emergency after a major sewer line collapsed between 12th and 13th streets, prompting aroundthe-clock work and raising concerns about broader infrastructure issues.
Public Works Director Warren Farnam told the council the problem escalated March 26 when the line became clogged. Crews made temporary repairs while addressing immediate damage, including pumping sewage every six hours to keep the system functioning.
An investigation revealed severe structural failure underground. The top of the sewer pipe collapsed, creating a large cavern beneath the street — large enough, officials said, that a vehicle could have fallen into it if conditions had worsened.
Further complications stem from past construction.
During a previous storm drain project, the sewer line was damaged and later covered with concrete, making current repairs more difficult. In addition,
a decades-old internal pipe liner has deteriorated and is now obstructing flow.
Although the line is still functioning, Farnam warned it could fail at any time.
“It’s flowing right now, but its days are numbered,” he said.
A full collapse could disrupt service to multiple nearby businesses, including a gas station, the Modoc Inn and Subway, with no immediate backup solution available.
To address the issue, the city plans to replace the most severely damaged section of pipe. Crews will install a temporary bypass system to maintain wastewater flow during construction and aim to minimize disruptions to surrounding businesses.
Because of staffing limitations tied to multiple time-sensitive projects, the city expects to complete some work in-house while hiring contractors for excavation, installation and backfilling.
The project is expected to cost about $100,000, though officials cautioned the final price could rise due to unknown underground
conditions. Funding will come from the city’s sewer and wastewater budgets.
Given the urgency, the council approved an emergency resolution allowing the city to bypass the standard competitive bidding process under California law.
Officials said the incident underscores a larger problem: Alturas’ aging sewer infrastructure.
“We’re finding more areas like this,” Farnam said, “that may also require repair in the near future.”
The city recently began using camera inspections to better identify failing sections of pipe, an effort officials say will help prioritize future repairs and avoid similar emergencies.
At the regularly scheduled City Council meeting April 21, officials said an expedited bidding process is underway with four potential bidders.
The project is tentatively expected to begin next week and take about 10 days to complete. Traffic between 12th and 13th streets will be minimized during that time.
us reduce wildfire risk and ild a safer community!
Help us reduce wildfire risk and build a safer community!
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Fort Bidwell residents: place green yard vegetation at the curb, we'll pick it up and move it to the burn site!
Bidwell residents: place en yard vegetation at the we'll pick it up and move it to the burn site!
Fort Bidwell residents: place green yard vegetation at the curb, we’ll pick it up and move it to the burn site!
Join us for hands-on fuel eduction and fire preparedness activities.
in us for hands-on fuel tion and fire preparedness activities
Join us for hands-on fuel reduction and fire preparedness activities.
This year, Fort Bidwell Fire Department, Fort Bidwell Indian Community Council, and American Red Cross will go door to door checking and replacing moke alarms Look for us in your neighborhood!
8AM-3PM Fort Bidwell Tribal Community Park Corner of Gidutikad Square and Bridge St
is year, Fort Bidwell Fire rtment, Fort Bidwell Indian ommunity Council, and can Red Cross will go door or checking and replacing e alarms Look for us in your neighborhood!
This year, Fort Bidwell Fire Department, Fort Bidwell Indian Community Council, and American Red Cross will go door to door checking and replacing smoke alarms. Look for us in your neighborhood!
or more information, contact the Modoc Fire Safe Council at 530233-5516.
For more information, contact the Modoc Fire Safe Council at 530-233-5516.
re information, contact the c Fire Safe Council at 530233-5516
Inter-Tribal Corps training supports reforestation effort in high-severity burn zone
In late March, 20 members of Lomakatsi Restoration Project’s Inter-Tribal Indian Youth Service Corps planted 6,500 Ponderosa pine trees in an area affected by the Barnes Fire. This reforestation project is a partnership between Lomakatsi and the U.S. Forest Service Modoc National Forest in a cultural use area historically and to present day shared by the Hewisedawi Band of the Pit River Tribe and Northern Paiute Gidutikad Band Fort Bidwell Indian Tribe.
Lomakatsi staff and the Modoc NF team co-led this paid training module, which offered Corpsmembers hands-on learning experience working alongside Lomakatsi’s experienced reforestation trainers from New Pine Creek, California, and the Rogue Valley, Oregon. While building practical job skills, the youth helped advance Forest Service objectives and Tribal priorities of restoring native plant communities and improving wildlife habitat in a landscape impacted by high-severity fire.
“Seeing our young people step up with this kind of energy and commitment, out there working together, hands in the soil, replanting what was lost, that brings hope,” said Ray Alvarez, Hewisedawi Band Main Tribal Council for the Pit River Tribe. “These young trees represent resilience. They show that when we come together as a community, we are protecting a living connection to our identity as native people for generations to come.”
In 2022, the Barnes Fire narrowly missed the Fort Bidwell Indian Community—burning just under 6,000 acres on the Modoc National Forest and spotting onto the boundary of the 3,500-acre Fort Bidwell Indian Reservation. Aggressive initial response and a shift in wind direction kept most of the fire off the Reservation; however, it represented a near-miss and a wakeup call for both the Modoc NF and the Northern Paiute Gidutikad Band Fort Bidwell Indian Community to advance forest health and fuels hazard reduction efforts.
The latest planting effort builds on an ongoing partnership underpinned by an Inter-Regional Participating Agreement between Lomakatsi, the Pacific Southwest and Northwest Regions of the Forest Service, and the Modoc
National Forest to facilitate Indian Youth Service Corps training programs, and a Memorandum of Understanding between the Fort Bidwell Indian Tribe and Lomakatsi.
“Strategic partnerships between Tribes, federal agencies, and nonprofit organizations like Lomakatsi are proving what’s possible when we work shoulderto-shoulder,” said Marko Bey, Executive Director and Founder of Lomakatsi. “By aligning our authorities, resources, and cultural knowledge, we’re building a tribal workforce that can lead restoration on ancestral lands and respond after these severe fires while advancing true shared stewardship across the region.”
In the fall, Inter-Tribal crews prepared the site for planting by felling hazard trees and assessing and establishing the best available locations (known as “microsites”) to maximize seedling survival.
“It’s powerful seeing tribal youth and young adults building a relationship with this place and with each other, coming together to care for a place that connects all of us,” said Kevin Dean Townsend, Tribal Chairman for the Northern Paiute Gidutikad Band Fort Bidwell Indian Tribe. “They’re gaining skills, but more
importantly, they’re carrying forward our values of respect for the land and community.”
The 32-acre replanting area is in the North Warner Mountains on the Warner Mountain Ranger District of the Modoc National Forest. Corpsmembers worked over two days alongside seasoned reforestation professionals to practice situational awareness around snags and live trees that are fireweakened, working on steep slopes, and using proper tool handling techniques to avoid injury.
“Our partnerships with Tribal communities are essential to how we care for public lands, especially after wildfire,” said Chris Bielecki, Forest Supervisor for Modoc National Forest.
“Through the Indian Youth Service Corps, young people are gaining the skills and experience needed to support post-fire restoration and long-term forest health. Their dedication, local knowledge, and commitment to service strengthen our ability to complete the urgent work these landscapes require to recover. When we work together, we’re able to accomplish more for the land and the communities that depend on them.”
Four new crew members from the Hewisedawi Band of the Pit River Tribe joined this training module with
Lomakatsi’s Inter-Tribal IYSC crew, which includes Tribal members and affiliates from the Hewisedawi and Kosealekte Bands of the Pit River Tribe; the Northern Paiute Gidutikad Band of the Fort Bidwell Indian Tribe; The Klamath Tribes; the Western Shoshone; and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs.
“It means a lot to me to be out there, seeing the land in a deeper way and feeling like I’m giving something back,” said Araya Alvarez, citizen of the Hewisedawi Band of the Pit River Tribe. “I feel lucky to be doing this alongside other tribal members, learning and working together. It’s not just a job—it’s a responsibility and an honor to care for our homeland and help it recover.”
IYSC is a program open to Tribal and rural youth and young adults ages 1630 and up to 35 if they are a veteran. Coordinated through the Inter-Tribal Ecosystem Restoration Partnership, Lomakatsi layers its training model into landscape-scale forest and watershed restoration initiatives. Participants are paid to engage in hands-
on training in wildland firefighting, fire ecology, natural and cultural resource management, habitat, watershed, and wetland restoration, reforestation, and recreation management. Lomakatsi is a Public Land Corps program that certifies service on public and Tribal lands toward the 640 hours required for federal hiring preference.
“Through partnerships with Tribes and federal agencies, we continue to build momentum through the IYSC program to get important work done and provide socioeconomic benefits to tribal communities,” said Belinda Brown, Lomakatsi Tribal Partnerships Director. “Tribal youth are employed to gain valuable work experience and are part of a strong, growing workforce that is equipped with the necessary education and training in the principles and practices of natural resource management and conservation, building capacity for lasting stewardship across ancestral lands.”
Photo by Marko Bey, Lomakatsi Restoration Project – Araya Alvarez, citizen of the Hewisedawi Band of the Pit River Tribe, participant in Lomakatsi’s Inter-Tribal Indian Youth Service Corps Barnes Fire reforestation training project.
Photo by Caitlin Roberts, Yellowbird Photography – Lomakatsi’s Inter-Tribal Indian Youth Service Corps and Trainers on the Barnes Fire reforestation training project site on the Modoc National Forest.
Photo by Caitlin Roberts, Yellowbird Photography – Lomakatsi staff, Inter-Tribal Forestry and Fire Crew, Inter-Tribal Indian Youth Service Corps, and U.S. Forest Service Modoc National Forest staff gathered after safety briefing.
LEGAL NOTICE
TIMBER FOR SALE, UNITED STATES
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION ON MAY
15-18, 2026
OF TAX-DEFAULTED PROPERTY FOR DELINQUENT TAXES
Made pursuant to Section 3692, Revenue and Taxation Code
On January 27, 2026, I, Macey VonRader, Modoc County Tax Collector, was directed to conduct a public auction sale by the Board of Supervisors of Modoc County, California. The tax-defaulted properties listed below are subject to the tax collector’s power of sale.
The sale will be conducted at www.bid4assets.com/Modoc starting Friday May 15, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. PT through Monday May 18, 2026, as a public auction to the highest bidder for not less than the minimum bid as shown on this notice. If no bids are received on a parcel during the course of the sale, the minimum bid may be lowered, at the tax collector’s discretion. Research the item prior to bidding. Due diligence research is incumbent on the bidder. The winning bidder is legally obligated to purchase the item.
000. Property Address: 375 SNOW GOOSE LN, DAVIS CREEK, CA 96108. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALEYOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/23/2021. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.
A computer workstation will be available at the Treasurer and Tax Collector’s office, 204 South Court Street, Room 101, Alturas, California. There is also a Public Computer and Internet access available at the Alturas, Adin, Cedarville and Lookout branches of the Modoc County Library.
013-135-020-000
013-144-011-000 ALTMAN
013-153-007-000
above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:
96101. Phone: 530-933-1440.
Registered Owner: (1) David Escobar, PO Box 1406, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: 530-933-1440.
(1) Andrew Stocking, PO Box 1406, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: 831-345-1775.
017-462-010-000 FRANCIS, EDGAR W. & # FRANCIS, MARJORIE L. TRSTEE
This business is conducted by: A Corporation.
Bids may be submitted via the Internet or by fax. Pre-registration is required. Register on-line at www.bid4assets.com or by fax using an offline bid form. For an offline bid form, contact the Tax Collector’s office at (530) 233-6223 or Bid4Assets at 1-877-427-7387.
Bidders must submit a refundable deposit of $500.00 + $35 processing fee to participate in the auction. Bid deposits must be in the form of a wire transfer or certified check and must be in the custody of Bid4Assets no later than Monday, May 11, 2026. The $500 deposit will be applied to the successful bidder’s purchase price.
Full payment of winning bid(s) and deed information indicating how title should be vested is required within 3 business days after the end of the sale. Only wire transfers and cashier checks will be accepted for payment. A California transfer tax will be added to and collected with the purchase price and is calculated at $.55 per each $500 or fraction thereof.
All property is sold as is. The county and its employees are not liable for the failure of any electronic equipment that may prevent a person from participating in the sale.
The right of redemption will cease Thursday, May 14, 2026 at the close of business (5:00 p.m. PT) and properties not redeemed will be sold. If a parcel is not sold, the right of redemption revives up to the close of business of the last business day prior to the next scheduled sale.
Parcels that are not sold in the May 15-18, 2026 sale will be re-offered at 8:00 a.m. PT on June 12, 2026 to the closing time on June 15, 2026 on the www. bid4assets.com website.
If the properties are sold, parties of interest, as defined in California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 4675, have a right to file a claim with the county for any excess proceeds from the sale. Excess proceeds are the amount of the highest bid in excess of the liens and costs of the sale that are paid from the sale price. Notice will be given to parties of interest, pursuant to law, if excess proceeds result from the sale.
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR, BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT, WRITTEN BIDS as hereinafter designated will be received by the Field Manager, Bureau of Land Management, Eagle Lake Field Office, 2550 Riverside Drive, Susanville, CA 96130 by 12:00 P.M. on Thursday, October 16, 2025 for all timber marked or designated for cutting. Before bids are submitted, full information concerning the timber, the conditions of sale, and submission of bids, including appraised prices per species, should be obtained from the above Field Manager. The right is hereby reserved to waive technical defects in this advertisement and to reject any or all bids. The United States reserves the right to waive any informality in bids received whenever such waiver is in the interest of the United States. An Environmental Assessment, DOI-BLM-CA-N020-20220015-EA was prepared for this sale. This sale notice, first published on September 25, 2025, constitutes the decision document for purposes of protests under 43 CFR Subpart 5003-Administrative Remedies. Protests of any sale listed below must be filed within 15 days after the first publication of this notice. The regulations do not authorize the acceptance of protests in any form other than a signed, written hard copy that is delivered to the physical address of the advertising BLM office.
IN LASSEN COUNTY: CALIFORNIA: PUBLIC DOMAIN LANDS:
PARCEL NUMBERING SYSTEM EXPLANATION
If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER:
More information may be obtained by contacting the Tax Collector at 204 South Court Street, Alturas, California 96101, phone number (530) 233-6223, Modoc County’s website: www.co.modoc.ca.us – Departments – Tax Collector, click on link to Tax Sales, or on the web site: www.bid4assets.com/modoc.
The Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) when used to describe property in this list refers to the Assessor’s map book, the map page, the block on the map, if applicable, and the individual parcel number on the map page or in the block. A parcel number, such as 048-523-013-000, is analyzed as follows: 048 would be the map book number, 523 would be map page 52, and block 3 (if the “3” were a “0”, that page would not contain a block), 013 is the parcel number, and 000 is a coded suffix to the parcel number denoting the interest held in parcel 013.
017-521-012-000 THUEMLER, RAYMOND D. & # THUEMLER, JANICE L. JT.
018-313-001-000 ONEY CRAIG L
018-471-029-000 SULLIVAN JOSEPH EDWARD
A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale.
Trustor: BENJAMIN B HILL, A SINGLE MAN.
Duly Appointed Trustee: Nestor Solutions, LLC
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on September 12, 2025
021-260-020-000 CHUE, TENG $4,135 022-420-062-000 GAUGHAN DANNY $3,756 022-430-012-000 HALBIG JEROME & DORIS $3,722 023-220-004-000 PINKOWISH THOMAS J & MCDONALD THOMAS J (ESTATE) $22,250
023-220-012-000 PINKOWISH THOMAS J & MCDONALD THOMAS J (ESTATE) $5,880
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct (a registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime).
/s/ David Escobar, Owner
023-220-016-000 & 023-220-017-000 & 023-210-038-000 PINKOWISH THOMAS J & MCDONALD THOMAS J (ESTATE) $20,086
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on September 12, 2025
Published in the Modoc County Record on September 25, October 2, 9 and 16, 2025.
024-033-007-000 & 024-033-008-000 & 024-033-009-000 THOMPSON KENNETH W $2,325 024-430-004-000 JAMMAL TALAL B $1,538 025-180-003-000 WALKER NORMAN L & WALKER MINDY M $32,645
025-190-010-000 MENZIES, HAROLD (ESTATE OF) $1,360
027-121-005-000 NASH, SUMNER A. (ESTATE) C/O MELISSA NASH-COURY$4,442
028-020-015-000 EWING, FRANK G. (ESTATE) C/O VIC EWING $6,119 035-151-025-000 SAIA, MARK S. & # MUZINICH, MICHAEL A. JT. $8,779
035-171-017-000 TAKAHAASHI, KAZU & # TAKAHASHI, ANNY $10,859
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: TONY CHARLES MILANO
035-183-004-000 LOR, FUE $5,078
Case Number: PR-25-029
035-217-006-000 KELLY ROBERT J & ALICE A JT $10,842
035-252-020-000 HINOJOSA, ERNESTO $9,859 035-252-036-000 MARTINEZ LUIS ALBERTO $9,408
035-264-005-000 WEISE, GARY K. & # WEISE, SANDRA D. JT $10,821
035-264-006-000 WEISE, GARY R. & # WEISE, SANDRA D. JT $8,775
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Tony Charles Milano.
035-323-019-000 PICKER, CLARENCE O. & # PICKER, FRANCES L. TRSTEES $2,652 035-323-021-000 TORRES, JOSE $8,535 036-045-007-000 ALBERTY WADE $10,770
036-061-002-000 TAKLA, GLORIA $11,519
036-062-002-000 ALVA LUIS M & GONZALEZ CLAUDIA $8,387
A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Ramon Milano in the Superior Court of California, County of: MODOC
036-062-019-000 PEREZ, JOSE A. JR. $12,053
WRITTEN BIDS: Timber designated for cutting on the Bailey Creek Sale located on BLM lands in T.33N, R.12E, Sec. 2 MDM and T.34N, R.12E, Sec. 34 MDM, estimated for the purpose of this sale to be 1,014 MBF (thousand board feet) of merchantable saw timber. This is a LUMP SUM SALE. The advertised price for Bailey Creek (Reoffer) is $50,547.20. Purchasers have the option to submit bid prices that are below the advertised price; however, bids must not be less than $0.01 per MBF. All timber offered for sale hereunder is restricted from export from the United States in the form of unprocessed timber.
The suffixes used in conjunction with the parcel number are as follows: -000 Total ownership of interest and rights
The maps referred to are available for inspection in the office of the Assessor, 204 South Court Street, Alturas, California, or on the web site: www.bid4assets. com/modoc.
The properties that are the subject of this notice are situated in Modoc County, California, and are described as follows:
Published in the Modoc County Record on September 25, October 2 and 9, 2025.
TRUSTEE’S SALE
T.S. No.: 2025-15755CA APN: 024-450-018-
Deed of Trust Recorded 6/29/2021 as Instrument No. 20210001850 in Book -- Page -- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Modoc County, California. Date of Sale: 10/16/2025 at 10:30 AM. Place of Sale: At the steps of the County Courthouse at 204 S. Court Street, Alturas, CA 96101. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $153,246.01. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 375 SNOW GOOSE LN DAVIS CREEK, CA 96108. A.P.N.: 024-450-018-000. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown
The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call or (888) 902-3989 or visit these internet websites or www.nestortrustee. com, using the file number assigned to this case 202515755-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.
036-063-008-000 KEPPY LLC $11,870
036-063-022-000 GURDIAN, OMAR E. & # MELENDEZ, GABRIELA C. $8,087
036-064-003-000 ARNOLD ELIZABETH A $11,722
036-071-018-000 MORTON, MELODYE ANN $12,053
036-075-010-000 PORRAS, JORGE O. & # PORRAS, VIOLETA TRUSTEES $11,445
The Petition for Probate requests that: Ramon Milano be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
036-082-001-000 MORTON, MELODYE ANN $3,245
036-082-022-000 HICKS, ALFRED LEE & # HICKS, BERTHA LOIS JT. $5,327
036-093-003-000 NUNEZ, MARIA LA LUZ & # TORRES, FLORENTINO $6,299
036-093-007-000 PERRY, MARK E. & # PERRY, REBECCA B. JT. $9,513
036-093-013-000 KRUEGER, HERBERT W. & # KRUEGER, MARGOT E. TRUSTEE $2,220
036-093-014-000 AMOS MELVIN JR $9,792
036-101-013-000 ARANDA VICTOR JULIAN $10,859
036-101-017-000 CALLISON-HORTON CATHERINE R $9,600
036-111-005-000 BARNES ROY C & OPAL S JT $2,415
036-137-006-000 IAEA EVELYN JANE $5,418
036-163-014-000 CIESIELCZYK LA VERNE L & CAROLYN M JT $11,461
036-173-019-000 MCCULLEN, WOODLEY M. & # MCCULLEN, ALICIA K. JT. $12,053
036-173-020-000 MCCULLEN, WOODLEY M. & # MCCULLEN, ALICIA K. JT. $3,080
036-174-001-000 LEON A., JOSE JUAN & # LEON M., MARIA DE JESUS $12,053
036-192-025-000 DECARLO, SALVADOR J. & # DECARLO, YVONNE B. JT. $10,375 036-193-003-000 KIBITT EDWARD Z JT $8,779 036-195-007-000 ARNOLD DWAYNE $12,053
Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call or (888) 902-3989 or visit these internet websites or www. nestortrustee.com, using the file number assigned to this case 2025-15755-CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Date: 9/15/2025. Nestor Solutions, LLC214 5th Street, Suite 205 Huntington Beach, California 92648. Sale Line: (888) 9023989. Amanda Guillen, Trustee Sale Officer. This communication is from a debt collector. It is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the Rosenthal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. You may request, in writing, detailed information about your debt, including the balance, interest, fees, assignment history, and date of delinquency, at no cost to you. If you are currently in bankruptcy or have received a discharge in bankruptcy, this communication is not an attempt to collect a debt. It is for informational purposes only. EPP 45182. Pub Dates: 09/25, 10/02, 10/09/2025. Published in the Modoc County Record on September 25, October 2 and 9, 2025.
036-204-008-000 KERBER PHYLLIS L $12,041
036-211-016-000 WILSON, KIM $4,920
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or have consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.
036-212-027-000 FRANCE, THOMAS S. $11,913
NAME STATEMENT
036-212-052-000 MONTERROSA DOUGLAS M & VILMA E $5,242
File No. 2025-053
036-241-013-000 JOSHI, RASHMI $10,379
Exp: September 11, 2030 Original
036-261-018-000 ACH HOLDINGS, LLC $3,249
036-261-020-000 ACH HOLDINGS, LLC $3,444
A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: November 7, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., Dept. 1
036-261-021-000 ENOS HARRIET $11,917
NOTICE TO TENANTS: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil
036-262-007-000 VERDUGO JOHN (ESTATE OF) & CYNTHIA VERDUGO PERALTA $12,008
036-271-023-000 SUGIMURA, SEAN RYAN $11,917
036-271-024-000 SUGIMURA, SEAN RYAN $3,109
The following person is doing business as: Mountain Time Builders, 5716 Corsa Ave., Suite 110, Westlake, CA 91362. Mailing address: PO Box 1406, Alturas, CA
Address of court: Superior Court of California, County of Modoc, 205 South East Street, Alturas, Legals continue on page 20
036-281-030-000 BELCHER ROY W JR & SALONEN VICKI JT $11,880
036-301-005-000 NAJAFI-KIANFAR, AHMAD
036-303-006-000 PRYOR CAROLYN RAMOS
036-303-010-000 ABBOTT RONALD GLENN & ANGELA LYNN JT
036-311-015-000 MUCKRIDGE, TROY & # MUCKRIDGE, JEANANN
036-312-001-000 CARNS, TIMOTHY R. & # CARNS, DIANA J. JT.
036-312-004-000 CARNS, TIMOTHY R. & # CARNS, DIANA J. JT.
036-312-005-000 CARNS, TIMOTHY R. & # CARNS, DIANA J. JT.
036-321-001-000 CARNS, TIMOTHY R. & # CARNS, DIANA J. JT.
036-331-001-000 WILHEIM, JEFFERY
036-332-018-000 HOLSCHER, TROY RICKEY & # HOLSCHER, JO ANN JT.
036-341-002-000 EARL JERALD A & GARDNER ASHLEY MARIE
036-341-015-000 TUOHY, ROBERT I. & # TUOHY, KAREN M. JT.
036-341-016-000 CARDINAL WEST INVESTMENTS
036-341-017-000 CARDINAL WEST INVESTMENTS
036-342-009-000
HOXIE, HAROLD & # CLACK, MARGARET L. JT
036-343-001-000 SILBERSTEIN MARK
036-343-002-000 TANG, LIEN & # TANG, TEDRICK JT.
036-343-003-000 TANG, LIEN & # TANG, TEDRICK JT.
037-084-009-000 SPRAGUE, GARY B. & # SPRAGUE, ALVERNA M. JT.
037-091-031-000 MCDONALD ERIN
037-111-025-000 SOTO, ROBERTO
037-111-026-000 SOTO, ROBERTO
037-121-002-000 OCHOA ALFONSO & DIAMONTINA
037-123-002-000 MARTINEZ CARLOS G & JOYCE A
037-141-028-000 DIAZ ROGELIO
037-152-004-000 VENTO DENNIS & MARY
037-153-014-000 SETYAN, MONIKA MONIQUE
037-161-001-000 XIONG, FUE
037-161-002-000 XIONG, FUE
037-161-003-000 XIONG, FUE
037-171-009-000 GOMES JAINO & SHANNON
037-172-004-000 KELLER CRAIG
037-173-012-000 CROSSLEY, DORALENE
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037-173-021-000 GATELY, CHARLENE A. $12,076
037-173-022-000 GATELY, CHARLENE A.
037-173-026-000 WILSON, KIM TRUST $4,259
037-202-025-000 NAJAFI, FARIBORZ $12,076
037-222-001-000 PARKER JAMES W & MARIA R JT
037-223-003-000 REY, JUAN CARLOS & # REY, SYLIVA BRIME $11,063
037-224-009-000 OCCHIPINTI CLARA $11,472
037-232-023-000 MORAN, EDGAR & # AMAYA, REYNA JT. $11,856
037-232-034-000 WILKES, DENNIS R. & # WILKES, BILLIE PAMALA JT. $12,076
037-242-008-000 GRIMES, HERBERT LEE (ESTATE)
037-243-013-000 CASTO, JAMES HAROLD
037-252-009-000 MOTHER EARTH HOLDINGS, LLC
037-253-008-000 ORTIZ, ANTONIO
037-291-004-000 KRUEGER, MAX & # KRUEGER, ROBERT JR. JT.
037-351-022-000 HILL KATHERINE EILEEN
037-361-013-000 MORRIS MARTIN V
037-361-014-000 MORRIS MARTIN V
037-371-013-000 IGNACIO LEO & MARIETTA JT
037-372-008-000 MENDOZA, EDVERARDO
037-372-019-000 LEISURE INDUSTRIES, INC.
037-381-013-000 ATTAWAY MICHAEL D
037-381-035-000 ALADHAMI MURAD & ALBAKRI NADA
037-382-021-000 BOUKLI-HACENE FETHI
037-383-016-000 TOBIN, JAMES E. JR.
037-421-015-000 ARREDONDO GONZALO S & RACHEL P
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038-082-013-000
038-093-022-000 HAM, RICHARD G.
038-101-005-000 SCOTT, DENNIS WAYNE
038-101-006-000 WEHN, ARNOLD B. & # WEHN, LILLIE L. JT. $10,282
038-101-007-000 WEHN, ARNOLD B. & # WEHN, LILLIAN L. JT.
038-101-015-000 WRIGHT, ED
038-102-015-000 SEIZED PROPERTY $2,908
038-111-008-000 TRAPP, CHARLES ERIC & # TRAPP, ELLEN ROSALIE JT.$11,451 038-151-001-000 JONES ELLA M $10,859
038-161-019-000 MCKEAN, JOHN E. & # MCKEAN, MARIAN M. JT. $12,006
038-161-034-000 TOMASSACCI, MARCO & # TOMASSACCI, PATRICIA $12,072
038-171-013-000 CAMACHO PEDRO & CRUZ ARACELI $11,486
038-171-029-000 & 038-171-030-000 ROBLES-SALAZAR, YOLANDA $12,411
038-172-033-000 BRADBURY, VERNE JACE $14,996
038-172-040-000 & 038-172-041-000 WILLIS, JEROME A. & # WILLIS, JUDITH M. $12,994
038-172-042-000 & 038-172-043-000 WILLIS, JEROME A. & # WILLIS, JUDITH M. $4,086
038-181-032-000 CONNOR, DENNIS A. $10,859
038-211-021-000 SCOULLER, MONA L. $12,072
038-211-039-000 ENGELS DAVID & SERRANO LENA $10,633
038-211-045-000 ACH HOLDINGS, LLC $3,329
038-211-048-000 ACH HOLDINGS, LLC $3,175
038-211-049-000 LIAN RAVEN SIERRA $12,014
038-212-009-000 ENGEL DAVID & SERRANO LENA JT $12,072
038-212-012-000 KILZER, CLYDE E. & # KILZER, KIKUKO JT. $12,072
038-212-013-000 KILZER, CLYDE E. & # KILZER, KIKUKO JT. $3,264
038-221-002-000 PAOLETTI RONNIE & DEBBIE $12,072 038-221-008-000 ACH HOLDINGS, LLC $3,244
039-032-006-000 SKELTON GEORGE C (ESTATE) $2,723 040-211-019-000 WILLS VIKA $2,926 040-221-003-000 AGUILAR RAFAEL ANTONIO $5,553 041-011-006-000 LAND
LLC
041-033-020-000 YUSHCHUK LYUDMILA $3,103 041-033-021-000 YUSHCHUK LYUDMILA $2,268 041-051-002-000 LAND TITLE, LLC $2,157 041-051-003-000 LAND TITLE, LLC $3,105 041-051-026-000 WADE OTTIE VEA TR $9,592 041-051-029-000 LEISURE INDUSTRIES, INC. $9,375 041-061-035-000 PURTELL, ROBERT T. & # KOHLER, LINDA JT. $14,984 041-111-018-000 DOW, DAVID C. $3,999 041-172-013-000 ARZOLA JORGE LUIS & IXTA MONICA ROCIO $5,534 041-181-012-000 GARCIA GREGORY O & SARAH C TR $11,140 041-191-003-000 SAZMAND, AZIZALLAH $12,297 041-201-011-000 ACH HOLDINGS, LLC $3,492 041-211-003-000 HART, BILL & # HART, EUDORA JT. $12,335
041-223-009-000 & 041-223-010-000 PULVER, MICHAEL A. & # VENNEMANN, DARLENE S. JT. $20,180 041-231-005-000 WILSON, KIM $6,608 041-231-012-000 POURVASEI, ABDOLVAHAB $11,720 041-251-009-000 EISENLORD BRUCE E & KAREN L JT $12,297
041-262-006-000 SKELTON GEORGE C (ESTATE) $4,148
037-421-025-000 SAGEDER, HERTHA E. & # PROVINO, RAPHAEL J.M. JT.$10,330 037-421-026-000 SAGEDER, HERTHA E. C/O HELEN S. PROVINO
037-421-037-000 COOPER WILLIAM A & PATRICIA C JT
037-421-038-000 MERCADO, JAVIER & # GARCIA, BENJAMIN
037-431-027-000 DECKER, BARBARA J. & # WILLIS, JEANETTE JT.
037-435-006-000 CREIGHTON, KATHRYN M. # MCQUOWN, KATHRYN M.
037-441-017-000 KROMAN, ROBERT EARL
037-441-021-000 GERMAN, MARTIN & # GERMAN, ANNE MARIE
037-442-013-000 CANALEZ RUDY L & OPHELIA
037-442-023-000 LEISURE INDUSTRIES, INC.
037-461-015-000 LOCKEBY GINGER & JOHNNY
037-472-027-000 GALLAGHER RON
037-481-046-000 KING, DONNA L.
037-481-055-000 WILLOUGHBY, GEORGE B. II & # WILLOUGHBY, LUZ E. JT
037-481-056-000 WILLOUGHBY, GEORGE B. II & # WILLOUGHBY, LUZ E. JT
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$12,020
$12,076
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$4,829
$11,914
$12,076
$12,025
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$8,738
$10,225
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037-482-012-000 ODYAN JAY $12,076
037-491-002-000 MACIAS VICTORIA ANN $11,999
037-491-018-000 DAVIS JACKY W & NORA J JT $12,006
037-491-034-000
037-492-001-000
037-501-006-000
037-502-013-000
037-513-036-000
037-513-041-000
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041-431-045-000 HILTON LLC $10,687 041-435-015-000 JACKSON JOSEPH $7,887 041-441-003-000 SCHWARTZ, PAUL LEONARD & # BILANSKY, RUTH-ANN JT. $12,318
041-441-026-000 HARTIG, TIMOTHY JOHN $12,297
041-442-001-000 BENNETT, WILLIAM & # BENNETT, VICTORIA L. JT $12,297
041-451-005-000 BEHRMANN, TOBY $12,297
041-451-019-000 ZISKA JOHN C & ETHEL M JT $11,724
041-462-001-000 KALK FRANK $12,276
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041-521-055-000 WILSON, KIM K. $4,396
041-521-056-000 WILSON, KIM K. $3,510
041-521-057-000 WILSON, KIM $5,111
041-521-058-000 WILSON, KIM $3,489
041-532-015-000 GIENGER, DEAN $12,297 041-532-020-000 WEEKS, LENORA R. $12,297 041-532-021-000 HALL, MICHAEL D. $12,335
041-551-006-000 FORD THOMAS N $12,214 041-551-008-000 METCALF, VERONICA $12,265
041-552-037-000 NORGREN, ROBERT D. JR. # KIMURA, MIO $12,297 041-562-018-000 MASON, DAVID R. (ESTATE) $9,559
041-613-006-000 ACH HOLDINGS, LLC $3,489 041-613-012-000 VISCUSO, BRIAN & # VISCUSO, JANET JT. $12,048 041-621-017-000 ACH HOLDINGS, LLC $3,489
041-622-011-000 ACH HOLDINGS, LLC $3,489
041-622-015-000 ABEYRATNE RUSS $12,297
041-631-023-000 KEHOE VERONICA C $12,265 041-631-030-000 DUKU, KONYI L. $11,954
041-631-048-000 MADSEN MICHAEL
041-644-015-000 SANCHEZ, JAVIER & # SANCHEZ, ROSALBA JT.
041-644-043-000 CONNELLY, CRAIG ALAN
041-662-016-000 BOYD, WILLIAM ROSS
041-671-008-000 RUSH, BRAD
041-671-014-000 MCKEE, JOHN D. & # MCKEE, JEWELL E. JT.
041-671-023-000 DRIOANE, STEVE R. & # DRIOANE, JUDY JT.
041-681-031-000 MOORE, ROBERT C. & # MOORE, PATRICIA JT.
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$12,335
$12,335
$12,335
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041-691-007-000 ACH HOLDINGS, LLC $3,489
041-691-015-000 LA MONICA FRANK & HEDWIG TR
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041-691-035-000 ACH HOLDINGS, LLC $3,489
041-701-044-000 ACH HOLDINGS, LLC $3,489
041-701-045-000 CASTLEBERRY, DON & # CASTLEBERRY, JESSELLA A. JT
I certify (or declare), under penalty of perjury, that the foregoing is true and correct. /s/ Macey VonRader
Modoc County Tax Collector
Executed at Alturas, Modoc County on March 26, 2026. Published in the Modoc County Record on April 9, 16 & 23, 2026.
FICTITIOUS
BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
File No. 2026-032
Exp: April 14, 2031
Original
The following person is doing business as: Crescent Crow Boutique, 127 S Main St. Suite 2, Alturas, CA 96101. Mailing Address: 104 S Estes St, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: (805) 8130462.
Registered Owner: (1) Cassie Demetriou, 104 S Estes St, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: (805) 813-0462. This business is conducted by: An Individual.
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on April 15, 2026.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct (a registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime).
/s/ Cassie Demetriou, Owner
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on April 15, 2026.
Published in the Modoc County Record on April 23, 30 and May 07 and 14, 2026.
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
The Modoc County Department of Social Services is accepting bids for the removal of outdated Packaged Units and Split Units currently installed at 120 N Main St. Alturas, CA 96101 and the subsequent replacement of these systems also to be installed at 120 N Main St. Alturas, CA 96101. The project goal is to improve indoor air quality, temperature control, and to reduce energy consumption.
The winning bidder will be responsible for providing all labor, materials, tools, and supervision to complete the following tasks:
• Assessment of Existing HVAC: Inspect current configuration to ascertain any changes needing to be made during the installation of new equipment to ensure maximum efficiency
and greatest control of temperature zones within the building
• System removal: Disconnect and remove the existing HVAC units, including associated electrical wiring, piping, and mounting hardware. The contractor must dispose of all old materials off-site.
• Equipment installation: Install all new equipment, including new highefficiency rooftop package units, split units, ductwork, thermostats, and controls. The equipment must be sized based on load calculation for the specific building.
• Ductwork: Inspect existing ductwork for integrity and size compatibility. Perform any necessary repairs, modifications, or replacements. Seal all duct connections to ensure no leakage.
• Controls: Install new digital, programmable thermostats and controls. Integrate new controls with the existing building automation system, if applicable.
• Commissioning and testing: Start up and test the new system to ensure proper function and performance. Perform any necessary balancing and adjustments.
• System handover: Provide an operation and maintenance manual for the new system. Train on-site staff on the proper operation and maintenance of the new controls and equipment.
All bids must be sealed.
The bid must include the total amount along with itemization of the following:
• Cost breakdown:
A detailed list of costs for all labor, materials, equipment, taxes on parts/ supplies needed to complete the project scope, fees associated with the removal and disposal of existing refrigerant along with any new fees associated with the purchase of new refrigerant required for new units.
• Project timeline: A proposed schedule for project completion, including start and end dates.
or names listed above on April 14, 2026.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct (a registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime).
/s/ Duane Conner, Owner
$12,335
• Proof of qualifications: Copies of all relevant licenses, insurance certificates (general liability and workers’ compensation), and contractor references.
• Warranty information: Details on equipment and labor warranties.
• Expiration Date: Date all prices, terms, and conditions become null and void.
Bids may be mailed or hand delivered.
Envelope must be clearly marked “BID: HVAC SYSTEM REPLACEMENT”.
Please send sealed bid to: Modoc County Department of Social Services
Attention: Crystal Lima 120 N Main St. Alturas, CA 96101
All sealed bids must be received no later than 06/01/2026. Please note that bids will not be awarded until we receive Modoc Board of Supervisors approval. This can take more than a month.
For any questions, or to coordinate an onsite inspection to create bid, please contact Crystal Lima at: Phone: 530-233-6501 ext. 1505
Email: dsspayables@ co.modoc.ca.us
Published in the Modoc County Record on April 16, 23, 30 and May 07, 14 and 21, 2026.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
File No. 2026-030
Exp: April 13, 2031
Original
The following person is doing business as: Conner Farms, 25110 State Highway 299E, Canby, CA 96015. Phone: (530) 6400994.
Registered Owner: (1) John Conner, 25110 State Highway 299E, Canby, CA 96015. Phone: (530) 6401021. (2) Duane Conner, 25110 State Highway 299E, Canby, CA 96015. Phone: (530) 640-0521. This business is conducted by: A General Parnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on April 14, 2026.
Published in the Modoc County Record on April 16, 23, 30 and May 07, 2026.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
File No. 2026-029
Exp: April 12, 2031
Original
The following person is doing business as: Manifesting dreams Marketing, 517 S Main St, Adin, CA 96006. Mailing Address: PO Box 135, Adin, CA 96006. Phone: (541) 8167804.
Registered Owner: (1) Shanon Dean, PO Box 135, Adin, CA 96006. Phone: (541) 816-7804.
This business is conducted by: An Individual.
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on April 13, 2026.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct (a registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime).
/s/ Shanon Dean, Owner
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on April 13, 2026.
Published in the Modoc County Record on April 16, 23, 30 and May 07, 2026.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
File No. 2026-028
Exp: April 12, 2031
Original
The following person is doing business as: The Wanderful Gourmet, 517 S Main St, Adin, CA 96006. Mailing Address: PO Box 135, Adin, CA 96006. Phone: (541) 816-7804.
Registered Owner: (1) Shanon Dean, PO Box 135, Adin, CA 96006. Phone: (541) 816-7804.
This business is conducted by: An Individual.
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on April 13, 2026.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct (a registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime).
/s/ Shanon Dean, Owner
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on April 13, 2026.
Published in the Modoc County Record on April 16, 23, 30 and May 07, 2026.
NOTICE
TO
CREDITORS
OF BULK SALE AND THE INTENTION TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE
(U.C.C. 6101 et seq. and B & P 24074 et seq.)
Notice is hereby given that a bulk sale of assets and a transfer of alcoholic beverage license is about to be made. The names and addresses of the Seller/Licensee are: Cavasso Corporation 304 S. Main St Alturas, CA 96101
The business is known as: The Niles Hotel
The names and addresses of the Buyer/Transferee are: The North Branch, Inc 303 S. Rine St. Alturas, CA 96101
As listed by the Seller/ Licensee, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller/Licensee within three (3) years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer/ Transferee are: (If “none”, so state.)
NONE
The assets to be sold are described in general as: All Stock in trade, Fixtures, equipment, goodwill and other property of that business known as The Niles Hotel, and located at 304 S. Main St., Alturas, Ca 96101 and are located at: 304 S. Main St Alturas, CA 96101
The kind of license to be transferred is: Alcoholic Beverages now issued for the premises located at: 304 S. Main St, Alturas, CA 96101
The anticipated date of the sale/transfer is May 1, 2026 at the office of Chicago Title Company, 1030 North Main Street, Suite 103, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: (530)3139175, Fax: (530)653-2373. Notice to Creditors of Bulk Sale & Intention to Transfer Alcoholic Beverage License SCA0000051.doc/Updated: 11.11.25
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Printed: 04.09.26 @ 12:43 PM CA-CTFFHO-02180.052427FFHO-4272600099
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE AND THE INTENTION TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE
(Continued) Order No.: FFHO-4272600099
The bulk transfer is intended to be consummated at the office of Chicago Title Company, 1030 North Main
Street, Alturas, CA 96101
The bulk transfer is subject to Section 6106.2 of the California Commercial Code, if Section 6106.2 applies, claims may be filed at Chicago Title Company, 1030 N. Main Street, Alturas, CA 96101, Phone 530-313-9175, fax 530-653-2373
It has been agreed between the Seller/Licensee and the intended Buyer/Transferee, as required by Sec. 24074 of the Business and Professions Code, that the consideration for the transfer of the business and license is to be paid only after the transfer has been approved by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have executed this document on the date(s) set forth below.
By: Chicago Title Company as Escrow
Agent for the herein Buyer
/s/ Lori Galvin, April 9, 2026
Published in the Modoc County Record on April 16 and 23, 2026.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT
File No. 2026-026
Exp: April 01, 2031
Original
The following person is doing business as: Modoc Family Mowing, 608 Henderson St, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: (323) 3330652.
Registered Owner: (1) Hector Hernandez, 608 Henderson St, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: (323) 3330652.
This business is conducted by: An Individual.
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on April 02, 2026.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct (a registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime).
/s/ Hector Hernandez, Owner
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on April 02, 2026. Published in the Modoc County Record on April 16, 23, 30 and May 07, 2026.
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
FILE NUMBER: 2023-097
The fictitious business name was filed in Modoc County on December 13, 2023. The person(s) have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s): Name of Business (es): From The Heart
Consulting, 205 Juniper St, Adin, CA 96006. County: Modoc.
REGISTERED OWNERS:
(1) Ronald R. Freise, 205 Juniper St, Adin, CA 96006. (2) Deborah J. Freise, 205 Juniper St, Adin, CA 96006. Business was conducted by: A Married Couple.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct (a registrant who declared as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime).
SIGNATURE OF REGISTRANT: /s/ Deborah J. Freise, Owner. Print name of person signing. If corporation, also print corporate title of officer. If LLC, also print title of officer or manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on April 02, 2026. I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. Filed by: /s/ Jennifer Henson, Deputy. Published in the Modoc County Record on April 09, 16, 23 and 30, 2026.
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
FILE NUMBER: 2022-054
The fictitious business name was filed in Modoc County on September 16, 2022. The person(s) have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s): Name of Business (es): Against The Grain Sustainable Farming, 29865 County Road 1, Cedarville, CA 96104. County: Modoc.
REGISTERED OWNERS:
(1) Damian Bergmann, 29865 County Road 1, Cedarville, CA 96104.
Business was conducted by: An Individual.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct (a registrant who declared as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime).
SIGNATURE OF REGISTRANT: /s/ Damain Bergmann, Owner. Print name of person signing. If corporation, also print corporate title of officer. If LLC, also print title of officer or manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on March 11, 2026
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. Filed by: /s/ Lisa Phillips, Assistant Auditor/Clerk.
in the Modoc
County Record on April 09, 16, 23 and 30, 2026.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
File No. 2026-027
Exp: April 06, 2031
Original
The following person is doing business as: SANCTUARY OUTDOORLIVING.COM , 440 Townsend St, Cedarville, CA 96104. Mailing address: 3400 Cottage Way Ste. G2 24401, Sacramento, CA 95825. Phone: (886) 9895708.
Registered Owner: (1) WBW Enterprises LLC, 3400 Cottage Way Ste. G2 24401, Sacramento, CA 95825. Phone: (866) 9895708.
This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company.
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on April 07, 2026.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct (a registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime).
/s/ Belinda Webb, Managing Member
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on April 07, 2026.
Published in the Modoc County Record on April 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2026.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
File No. 2026-023
Exp: March 19, 2031
Original
The following person is doing business as: Begin Again, 517 S Main St, Adin, CA 96006. Mailing address: PO Box 135, Adin, CA 96006. Phone: (541) 816-7804.
Registered Owner: Shanon Dean, PO Box 135, Adin, CA 96006. Phone: (541) 816-7804.
This business is conducted by: An Individual.
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on March 20, 2026.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct (a registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime).
/s/ Shanon Dean, Owner
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on March 20, 2026.
Published in the Modoc County Record on April 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2026.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
File No. 2026-024
Exp: March 19, 2031
Original
The following person is doing business as: Stargazer Gourmet, 517 S Main St, Adin, CA 96006. Mailing address: PO Box 135, Adin, CA 96006. Phone: (541) 816-7804.
Registered Owner: Shanon Dean, PO Box 135, Adin, CA 96006. Phone: (541) 816-7804.
This business is conducted by: An Individual.
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on March 20, 2026.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct (a registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime).
/s/ Shanon Dean, Owner
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on March 20, 2026. Published in the Modoc County Record on April 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2026.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
File No. 2026-025
Exp: March 22, 2031
Original
The following person is doing business as: For The Heart Consulting, 205 Juniper St, Adin, CA 96006. Mailing address: PO Box 124, Adin, CA 96006. Phone: (530) 249-3647.
Registered Owner: (1) Ronald R. Freise, PO Box 124, Adin, CA 96006. Phone: (530) 249-3647. (2) Deborah J. Freise, PO Box 124, Adin, CA 96006. Phone (530) 2493647.
This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on March 23, 2026.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct (a registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime).
/s/ Deborah Freise, Owner
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on March 23, 2026.
Published in the Modoc County Record on April 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2026.
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DIANE DOLAN-PARRISHWHALEN: You have chosen not to appeal the judgement against you; therefore, you are legally required to immediately pay the $10,090.00 you owe. You stated in court and in writing that you would comply with the judge’s decision. Please remit payment to: PO Box 2, Cedarville, CA 96104. (13Feb/ TFN)
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You have chosen not to appeal the judgment against you; therefore, you are legally required to immediately pay the $10,090.00 you owe. You stated in court and in writing that you would comply with the judge’s decision. Please remit payment to: PO Box 2, Cedarville, CA 96104. (13Feb/TFN)
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The City of Alturas is currently accepting applications for the Administrative Assistant to the City Treasurer position. This is a non-exempt, full time, benefited position. The City offers a competitive benefit package to include 14 paid holidays,1-floating holiday, medical, dental, vision, life, and GAP insurance with little cost to the employee, and CalPERS retirement. Minimum Qualifications for the position include: office experience with customer service, data entry, record keeping, and Microsoft Office. Applicant must have knowledge of basic accounting and payroll operations. Salary Range for the
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Surprise Valley Joint Unified School District is accepting applications for a full/ part time Bus Driver / Transportation. Qualifications: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). Able to acquire a Class “B” Commercial Drivers License and Special Drivers Certificate. DMV printout of Driving Record. Pass Pre-Employment Drug Test. Pass Department of Justice Background Check. If you do not have the Class B License or the California Bus Driver Certificate and you are interested in the position, the district can assist you with the training to obtain certification.
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MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES is recruiting for an ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST
Surprise Valley Joint Unified School District in Cedarville, California, has an opening for the following: Multiple Subject Teacher. Please submit the following: Valid California Teaching Credential. CLAD/EL Authorization. Letter of Intent to Apply. Three (3) Reference Letters. Deadline for Application: Until position is filled. Beginning Date: August 17, 2026. Pay Range: $41,534.53 - $67,130.05. Appropriate placement on Certificated Salary
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES is recruiting for an ELIGIBILITY SUPERVISOR in Alturas, CA. Salary: $4,220–$5,386/month, plus benefits. View qualifications and apply online at Merit System Services: https://www. governmentjobs.com/ careers/MSS or https:// www.co.modoc.ca.us/. For more information, contact CalHR MSS at 916-323-2360 or Modoc County DSS at dssadmin@co.modoc. ca.us / 530-233-6501. EOE/ADA/Drug Free Workplace. 02Apr/TFN)
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES is recruiting for an ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST II in Alturas, CA. Salary: $3,288–$4,197/month, plus benefits. View qualifications and apply online at Merit System Services: https://www. governmentjobs.com/ careers/MSS or https:// www.co.modoc.ca.us/ For more information, contact CalHR MSS at 916-323-2360 or Modoc County DSS at dssadmin@co.modoc. ca.us / 530-233-6501. EOE/ADA/Drug Free Workplace. . (9OCT/ TFN)
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES is recruiting for an EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING WORKER III in Alturas, CA. Salary: $3,820–$4,875/ month, plus benefits.
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MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES is recruiting for an EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING WORKER III in Alturas, CA. Salary: $3,820–$4,875/ month, plus benefits. View qualifications and apply online at Merit System Services: https://www. governmentjobs.com/ careers/MSS or https:// www.co.modoc.ca.us/ For more information, contact CalHR MSS at 916-323-2360 or Modoc County DSS at dssadmin@co.modoc. ca.us / 530-233-6501.
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Modoc Feline Humane Society Rescues Evicted Cats; TNR in Progress
By: Monica McMahon
118 Years Ago – 1907
“Not My Cat”... TrapNeuter-Return (TNR) cat rescue volunteers hear that all the time (seriously at least once a week.) My name is Monica, a longtime cat lady & cat rescue volunteer with Modoc Feline Humane Society (MFHS). I am proud to say I did not hear that phrase a single time working a CATastrophic situation on Pit River Tribe’s XL Reservation north of Alturas. It was a pleasure to help people who 1) recognized these cats in need, 2) knew who to ask for help, & 3) were willing to help hands-on.
THE BOARD of Supervisors has accepted the plans and specs for the $36,000 County High School building. That throws Cedarville’s $10,000 school in the shade, but what we lose in the price of the building is made up in the fill in, as Cedarville has between 60-70 students and Alturas has between 20-30.
108 Years Ago – 1917
After a winter eviction on the XL Reservation, about 17 pet cats were ejected into the January cold to fend for themselves. A few neighbors began feeding these abandoned unfixed cats, ages ranging from 6 months to 2 years. In February, cat-savvy neighbor Carol contacted Modoc Feline Humane Society for help.
THE MODOC boys who enlisted in the Grizzlies, California’s 2nd Artillery, are making good. Modoc furnished 22 boys, and 13 of them already hold ranks of non-commissioned officers. Such a showing, while remarkable, it is not unexpected in view of the fact that the boys were above the average in physical and mental qualifications.
We found 12 female felines & 5 males, all very well socialized, wandering in & out of an elderly tribeswoman’s house. These 12 fertile timebombs were likely to explode a new generation of kittens within 60 days! Twelve times an average of 4 per litter equals 48 potential kittens!
98 Years Ago – 1927
“Carol was instrumental in helping me name and put collars on 17 cats, because until we did that there was no way to even tell how many cats were there! We got 17 of them vaccinated (vax’d) in one day! Fourteen were fixed over the following weeks; 12
GENERAL manager of the NXO, S. H. McCartney, says that rail laying of broad-gauge track in Lakeview began Wednesday and 650 men are employed. Standard gauging of the line in Alturas is now complete, and the last narrow-gauge train pulled into Alturas at 2:20 a.m. Sunday. Ed Smith, a 43-year railroad veteran, was at the throttle. The first
of those rehomed through our main adoption partner, PetSmart, in Klamath Falls,” relates volunteer Monica. Only 2 friendly kitties wait at PetSmart for new families. The 3 only vax’d are still being secluded by the confused octogenarian in an odd turn of events, but we will keep trying!
October 9, 2025
Looking Back
Local knowledge: the key to solving a local problem
standard gauge train was brought in by Bert Pratt.
88 Years Ago – 1937
GOVERNOR Frank F. Merriman will visit Alturas on Oct. 20 and J. C. Jarman, president of the Alturas Chamber of Commerce, is in charge of the arrangements. The Governor will address high school students Wednesday and a reception for the Governor and his party will be held at the Niles.
68 Years Ago – 1957
A FLU EPIDEMIC hit
With the hands-on assistance of Pit River tribe members Carol & Robert, during the March TNR Clinic, we trapped & fixed 5 more XL ferals. Monica had taken 5 traps up to Carol’s, a few doors away from the boarded up eviction house. Her neighbor, Robert, took a trap to his house a couple doors away. “Five minutes later, here comes his pickup with a loaded trap in the back. He repeated that 3 more times that night! I have never seen such a natural trapper! Carol & I only caught 1 that night, but he was a whopper,” reflected the volunteer.
the Alturas Grammar School this week and 200 students are absent from classes. . . John Kerr has been named student body president at Modoc High. . . The Modoc Braves bet Klamath Falls 40-6, to remain unbeaten for this season.
53 Years Ago – 1972
She continued the rescue tale, “A few days later I baited MFHS’s big droptrap down at a relative’s house, target: a pregnant mama & my first time using the wireless remote. Unguided by the residents, I got so excited when 4 cats crowded into the cage that my finger hit the trigger. SNAP! went the trap. Oh no, none of these is the mama! What am I going to do with all these cats??? No choice but to take them home to my extremely understanding husband & play feral hotelkeeper until the vet could get them in 5 days later. Another valuable lesson learned! Reset the droptrap. Of course now there were less cats to accidentally catch. SNAP! Wrong cat again, but completed my collection of gray ones. Next day SNAP! Got her!”
“I know she is with her forever home and I truly believe she is happy to be here.” - Peggy Merman, adopter of rescued kitty Candida. Photo by Peggy Merman
fishing line tied to a bottle to prop the trap open, Carol & I trapped that mama-to-be by porchlight. Imagine our pure exhilaration of seeing the door slam closed with the right cat in the box.”
“There are at least 10 feral cats to go. With local input from Carol, Robert & the other residents, I expect we will finish TNRing area kitties by the end of May, just in time to go fishing for fish instead of cats,” quipped the grateful volunteer.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Modoc Feline Humane Society via Facebook or text Monica at 530-338-1222. If you would like to support the work of Modoc Feline Humane Society’s volunteers, donations may be mailed to MFHS, P. O. Box 222, Alturas, CA 96101. Or online, go to https:// givebutter.com/Hy5Lt6. Thank you for caring about the cats and kittens of Modoc County!
Soon after, Carol, always alert to the timing of traffic at her porch kitty cafe, noticed a new pregnant tabby. “She texted me. I knew the cafe would be popular at dusk. The next evening, using a
MODOC RETAIL sales were never better and showed a 20 percent increase over last year at this time. . . Harold Jones has replaced Bill Lowes as Highway Superintendent for the Alturas area.
The Modoc County
R ecoRd
Court Decree No. 6356, Modoc Superior Court July 7, 1958
Publication Number: 358-160
The Modoc County Record is a newspaper of general circulation as defined by the laws of the State of California. It is published weekly, each Thursday morning, in Alturas, California. Periodical postage is paid at Alturas, CA, and at additional mailing offices.
The newspaper is available as follows:
• Free pickup in town
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POSTMASTER: Please send address changes to: Modoc County Record, P.O. Box 531, Alturas, CA 96101
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Business Address: 135 N. Main St., Alturas, CA 96101
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Eviction House, Photo by Monica McMahon
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simply offering a kind word, these individuals help create a welcoming and compassionate environment for all who walk through the doors.
In education, the Modoc Joint Unified School District relies on volunteers to enrich student experiences. From helping in classrooms to supporting extracurricular activities and school events, community members step forward to invest in the success of local youth.
Organizations like TEACH Inc. demonstrate the power of volunteerism in action. Through programs that provide essential resources such as food, housing support, and family services, volunteers help meet critical needs and uplift neighbors during challenging times.
Local churches and civic
organizations throughout Alturas also depend on volunteers to carry out their missions—organizing events, providing meals, supporting those in need, and fostering a sense of connection that defines small-town life.
In a rural community like Alturas, where resources can be limited, volunteers often fill the gaps. They show up without expectation of recognition, driven by a shared commitment to care for one another. Their contributions ripple outward, strengthening the entire community.
National Volunteer Week also reminds us that everyone can take part in honoring a volunteer. Recognition does not have to be elaborate to be meaningful. A handwritten thank-you card, a small gift card. Simply taking a moment to express appreciation in person can go a long way.
Other thoughtful ways to recognize volunteers include:
• Posting a message of thanks on social media
• Nominating a volunteer for a local or regional award
• Bringing baked goods or a meal to a volunteer group
• Writing a letter to the Modoc Record editor highlighting someone’s service
• Supporting the organizations they serve through donations
• Offering to volunteer alongside them, even for a day
Whether it’s an hour a week or a lifetime of service, every act of volunteering matters.
In Alturas, those acts add up to something truly special: a community built on kindness, resilience, and the simple but powerful idea of helping one another.
CELEBRATING 37 YEARS IN REAL ESTATE!
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To Heaven". Thanks SO MUCH to Garrett Dow 7855 Cottonwood, Sacramento. SO HAPPY for the REEDS!! William and Jennifer, AWESOME Home, CONGRATS!