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Lassen County Sheriff Declares Mountain Lions an Imminent Threat in Gold Run Area
Alturas Elementary Students Boost Fire Safety Skills with CAL FIRE
Residents reported repeated mountain lion sightings near homes in the Gold Run area, prompting a public safety declaration from Lassen County officials.
According to Lassen County Sheriff John McGarva, the Lassen County Sheriff’s Office has received increasing reports of mountain lion activity in the Gold Run area since the summer of 2025, with residents expressing concerns about public safety near Gold Run, Amesbury Drive and Hill Creek Road.
multiple incidents reported throughout the area.
Residents said the lions have become increasingly comfortable around homes and no longer respond to traditional hazing efforts. One resident reported finding a mountain lion beneath his deck that had previously been scared away, but repeated encounters have made the animals more difficult to deter.
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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
On Oct. 14, 2025, the Sheriff’s Office received a report from a Gold Run resident who said he encountered a mountain lion while outside with his two dogs the previous day. The resident said the lion emerged from beneath a tree about 15 feet away and appeared to approach him aggressively. He returned inside with the dogs and retrieved a shotgun because he feared for the safety of his family and animals. By the time he returned outside, the lion had moved toward a nearby creek bed.
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.
Authorities believe the same lions may be responsible for
Additional reports were received May 11, 2026, after residents submitted five videos showing as many as five mountain lions crossing private property and moving within feet of homes, including near entrances and beneath decks. Residents told authorities they feared
This community-focused initiative, shared by the CAL FIRE Lassen Modoc
for the safety of children and pets because the lions appeared unconcerned by human presence.
The Sheriff’s Office said deputies observed tracks and trails close to residences during a canvass of the neighborhood. Officials reported the lions appeared habituated to humans and were moving freely through residential areas despite the presence of lights, cameras and fencing intended to deter wildlife.
Residents contacted during the canvass said they had also seen black bears in the area, though many expressed concern about the increasing frequency of mountain lion sightings. One resident reported finding a deer carcass about 20 yards from a fence line, while another acknowledged caring for abandoned feral cats that could attract predators. Some residents said they had removed orchards or
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
installed fencing in attempts to reduce wildlife activity.
Authorities said traditional hazing methods, including yelling, loud noises and chasing the animals away, have been ineffective for several months. The Sheriff’s Office said evidence suggests the lions have remained in the area through the winter and spring months.
On May 13, 2026, McGarva issued a declaration stating the mountain lions pose an imminent threat to public safety. The Sheriff’s Office said it is continuing to work with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to address the situation.
Mountain lions are native to California, though wildlife officials warn animals that become habituated to humans can pose increased risks in residential areas.
Unit on social media for ongoing safety tips and community updates.
Anyone who has encountered mountain lions in the area is encouraged to contact the Lassen County Sheriff’s Office nonemergency line at 530-2576121.
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.
Modoc Teachers Raise Concerns
Veterans Day guide to honor local service members
Over Insurance Costs, Retention at MJUSD Board Meeting
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.
Modoc Joint Unified School District teachers voiced concerns over rising health insurance costs, teacher retention and financial stability during the May 13 school board meeting.
According to the Modoc Teachers Association, the district’s health insurance cap for teachers has increased just 0.9% over the past eight years, while insurance costs have risen 25% in the last two years.
Association President Katie Copp said teachers believe the district’s current
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
proposal would effectively result in a pay cut next year because employees would be responsible for covering a larger share of insurance expenses.
The meeting drew strong attendance from teachers and community members.
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.
Copp estimated that about 20 teachers and five residents attended the session, with three teachers and one community member speaking during public comment.
Speakers highlighted concerns about teacher affordability and retention
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.
within the district. Several said new teachers cannot afford to work in Modoc County under current conditions, while others noted that when teachers leave the district, families often leave the community as well.
Submissions can be emailed to info@modocmedia.com.
Veterans Day is not only about honoring the past — it’s about recognizing the ongoing contributions of veterans in our neighborhoods, workplaces and families.
Teachers also stressed the importance of staff stability in supporting student success and maintaining consistency in classrooms.
Despite the discussion, teachers said the meeting did not produce a resolution to concerns surrounding rising insurance costs and their impact on take-home pay. According to Copp, the school board does not plan to adjust the budget at this time and intends to continue with the current proposal.
or seeking employment in other districts.
She added that the association appreciates the support of the community in helping teachers continue providing education for local students.
“We couldn’t do it without their help,” Copp said.
The guide aims to provide both inspiration and practical resources, ensuring local stories of courage and commitment are remembered and celebrated.
Copp said it was encouraging to see teachers unite in support of one another during the meeting.
Negotiations between the district and the Modoc Teachers Association are scheduled to continue May 20.
Copp said approximately 15 teachers are either retiring
Community members with questions are encouraged to contact the Modoc Teachers Association.
The Modoc County Record will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
Vol. 133, No. 29 Alturas, California
24 Pages October 9, 2025
Modoc County
Vol. 134, No. 9 Alturas, California May 21, 2026 20 Pages
Lassen County Sheriff Declares Mountain Lions an Imminent Threat Near Gold Run
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor,
I read with interest the front page article in the May 14th Record regarding speculation that health insurance increases for Modoc teachers might result in some teachers seeking greener grass on the other side of the hill.
As one who grew up on the Monterey Peninsula, one of the premier tourist destinations in the world and a much-sought place to live, I have a unique perspective when contrasting Modoc County with a place like the Monterey Peninsula.
My first home that I bought as a young man was in Carmel Valley. It was a 4/3 home on 5 acres that fronted the seasonal Carmel River. It was $140,000 which seemed like a fortune to me. My next home I bought was a brand new never-been-lived-in two-story home in a private neighborhood. It cost $210,000. Again, I thought that was a fortune even though my 4 businesses were earning me 6 figures every year. I had four little kids at the time and I was constantly stressed out about the mortgage. But work, well-paid work, is abundant in the Monterey region. This is not the case in Modoc County.
But in 2026 a tiny one bedroom, one bathroom “shack” anywhere on the Monterey Peninsula now goes for over a million dollars, and most homes being sold are being bought by wealthy people who don’t live on the Monterey Peninsula. A studio apartment now goes for over $2,000/month. If Modoc teachers think they will get ahead by moving to where salaries are higher and benefits better they will most likely suffer “sticker shock” when they see what it will cost them just to survive in such areas.
In 1973 and 1978 I helped my dad build the two large custom homes he designed. Both homes were built along the Pacific Grove golf course. The 1973 home cost a total of $60,000 (lot and construction costs), and in 1978 he sold it for $250,000. The 1978 home (3,000 square feet and 3 stories) had an unobstructed commanding view of Monterey Bay. His total costs were $114,000. He sold it in 1989 for $800,000. Several years later it sold again for $2.6-million. Do you see what I’m getting at here?
My wife and I own a gorgeous spread and “real” home here in Modoc County. We paid well under $300,000 for it. If you could find a property like ours in the Monterey Bay region or San Francisco area it would be valued in the many millions. Bottom line, there’s a reason properties and rents are cheap here in Modoc County, and it’s all about jobs and decent pay. But is jumping from the frying pan into the fire the answer?
Jeff Middlebrook
Judge Orders Remand And Bail Conditions For Defendants In Related Criminal Cases
A California judge has ordered two defendants remanded into custody and set their bail at $15,000 each following their arraignments in related criminal cases, the Modoc County District
Attorney’s Office announced.
Christopher Garrison was arraigned May 18 on felony and misdemeanor charges, including child abuse, possession of burglary tools, Continue on page 8
Looking Back
118 Years Ago - 1908
GEORGE BAYLEY sold more than 75 horses to the Calvary last month, bringing in $10,000 new money into Modoc. Despite his advanced age, Bayley is probably the most enterprising businessman in Modoc… The handsome residence of Dr. Risdon on Main Street sold for a handsome sum of $3100… May 30 is the date for the laying of the new cornerstone for Modoc High School. The dedication will last most of the afternoon, beginning with a parade down Main Street at 12:30.
108 Years Ago - 1918
MARK BELLI will captain the “leans” and Jim Negley will captain the “fats” in a game of baseball that will be played as a benefit for the Red Cross… The Bunker and Jarman garage has announced it will open a Ford agency in Cedarville… The class of ‘18 at Surprise Valley High will include: William Brown, Helen Taylor, Harold Powers, Anita Garrett, Donald Rees, Herald Wilson, Jessie Reynolds, Edward Schadler, Eva Street, Mae Wandling and Mabel Wentzell.
88 Years Ago - 1938
SIX MODOC students received diplomas from the University of California this
week and include: Everett Caldwell, Kesner Dean Wylie, Edward Conwell, Ruth French, Harvey Milligan and Vivian Sharp… Victor Christensen of Likely chaired a meeting here Monday of representative taxpayers whose aim is to repeal the sales tax… Bill Mapes, John Wistos and J. C. Elliot are taking names for the formation of a summer softball league in Alturas… The Rodeo Association is having a tough time finding a place to hold the big Fourth of July rodeo dance. While the high school gym is the only hall big enough, the restrictions on drinking and smoking make it difficult.
63 Years Ago - 1963
ALTURAS’ first Modoc Fandango is raring to go with three big days of activity lined up… Alturas Elementary School has listed 72 youngsters for graduation… Colorado tick fever has again been reported in Modoc… A three-point or better law has been enacted for the Modoc area for the first time in many years this fall… Herman Johnson has resigned as head of the Surprise Valley music department… Gary Benner was the first boy to catch a fish at the Rotary Club fish derby.
Modoc County Deputy Sheriff’s Association
The Modoc County Deputy Sheriff’s Association proudly endorses Ned Coe for Modoc County District 1 Supervisor. We are confident he is the right choice for our community. Throughout his service, Ned has demonstrated steady, thoughtful leadership and a strong commitment to collaboration. His team-first mindset has strengthened both the County Board of Supervisors and its partnership with the Modoc County Sheriff’s Office.
Modoc County Sheriff’s Office
Bookings
As of Monday morning, there are 32 people in the Modoc County Jail, 4 females and 28 males. Jail capacity is 43.
05/11/26
STUART, Alexus Shelby Ray (age 27, Klamath Falls, OR)
Arrested for possession of a narcotic controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia; booked and released on signed promise to appear APD
HENNINGS, Thomas Edward (age 32, Klamath Falls, OR)
Arrested for possession of a narcotic controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia;booked and released on signed promise to appear APD
WINN, Chaz Lilano (age 25, Medford, OR)
Arrested on a felony warrant for domestic violence; booked and held on $25,000 bail MCSO
05/12/26
BEATTEY, Joshua Lee (age 46, Alturas)
Arrested for possession of narcotic controlled substance, possession of controlled substance, possession for sale narcotics controlled substance, and failure to appear on a misdemeanor warrant; booked and held on $20,000 bail MCSO
05/13/26
SHELD, Brittany Lee (age 30, Alturas)
Arrested for disorderly conduct; alcohol; booked and released on signed promise to appear APD
ROSS, Sable Lauren (age 33, Alturas)
Arrested for violation of a domestic violence restraining order; booked and released on signed promise to appear APD
LOUD, Sean Andrew (age 33, Klamath Falls, OR)
Arrested for DUI; booked and released on signed promise to appear CHP
05/14/26
HEWITT, Steven Earl (age 53, Alturas)
Arrested on a felony warrant for criminal threats; booked and held without bail APD
05/15/26
PHILLIPS, George Edward II (age 36, Alturas)
Arrested for violation of a court order; booked and released on signed promise to appear APD
GARRISON, Christopher Michael (age 37, Klamath Falls, OR)
Arrested for prohibited person in possession of a firearm, child abuse, possession of burglary tools, and reckless driving; booked and held without bail
TULELAKE POLICE DEPARTMENT
JACKSON, Latasha Lynn (age 35, Klamath Falls, OR)
Arrested for violation of a court order; booked and held on $5,000 bail
TULELAKE POLICE DEPARTMENT
05/16/26
CALL, Debra Christine (age 51, Alturas)
Arrested for obstructing/ resisting/delaying a peace officer; booked and released on signed promise to appear APD
05/17/26
SNYDER, Delvicco R. (age 35, Alturas)
Arrested for DUI and hit and run with property damage; booked and released on signed promise to appear APD
Modoc County Sheriff’s Office Blotter
Monday, May 11
10:48 am Responded to the Devil’s Garden area for report of a suspicious person
4:53 pm Responded to the Alturas rural area for report of an animal related issue
6:51 pm Responded to the Likely area to assist EMS 10:37 pm Responded to the Likely area for report of dogs at large
Tuesday, May 12
11:20 am Search and rescue conducted in the Devil’s Garden area
6:11 pm Arrest warrant on a subject in the MRE area
9:39 pm Responded to the Cedarville area for report of an unwanted guest
Wednesday, May 13
No reportable incidents.
Thursday, May 14
1:07 pm Responded to assist Alturas Police with report of a suspicious person
3:31 pm Responded to assist Alturas Police with report of a suspicious person
6:38 pm Assisted Alturas
Police with warrant service
6:59 pm Search and rescue conducted in the Cal Pines area
Friday, May 15
6:43 pm Assisted Tulelake Police with serving an arrest warrant
7:31 pm Arrest warrant served in Alturas
Saturday, May 16
10:32 am Traffic stop conducted in the Alturas rural area; warning issued
Sunday, May 17
9:34 am Responded to the Canby area for report of animal noise complaint
8:40 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Cal Pines area; warning issued
DA’s Legal Lowdown
Monday, May 11, 2026, Benjamin Kiser, Arraignment on Information on Felony violations of PC187(a), PC182(a)(1) two counts, PC32, PC273.5(a) with multiple special allegations. The defendant was held to answer and remanded. Jury Trial is scheduled for 6/22/2026. Monday, May 11, 2026, Christine Love, Arraignment on Information on Felony violations of PC187(a), PC182(a)(1) two counts, PC32, PC273.5(a) with multiple special allegations. The defendant was held to answer and remanded. Jury Trial is scheduled for 6/22/2026.
Monday, May 11, 2026, Quentin Bocanegra, Arraignment on Information on Felony violations of PC422(a) and PC646.9(a) with multiple special allegations. The defendant was held to answer and remanded. Trial Setting is scheduled for 6/08/2026.
Monday, May 11, 2026, John Joseph Picotte, Trial Setting on Felony violations of PC288(a), PC288(c)(1), PC289(h), PC289(i), PC289(a) (1)(A) and Misdemeanor violation of PC236. The defendant was held to answer and remains on own recognizance. Court Trial is scheduled for 7/7/2026.
Monday, May 11, 2026, Cody Cockrell, Trial Setting on Felony violations of PC273.5(a), PC245(a)(4), PC136.1(b)(1), PC236 with several special allegations, Misdemeanor violations of PC591.5 and PC273a(b) two counts. The defendant remains on own recognizance. Jury Trial is scheduled for 10/26/2026.
RECORD
Ronnie Lee Duncan Jr was reported missing on 05/29/2024. A friend last spoke with Duncan by phone on 03/22/2024, and was aware Duncan was headed to a residence in Jupiter with another male. The vehicle Duncan was driving in was later located in Jupiter, but Duncan’s whereabouts are still unknown. He was about 45 years of age when he went missing. He is white, 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighs about 135 pounds, and has brown hair and brown eyes. HAVE YOU SEEN THIS
We ask that anyone with information regarding this missing person, please contact the Sheriff’s Office at 209-533-5815
TOM GIFFORD
For Modoc County Superior Court Judge
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 were my mouth is, not your hard earned money.
METH is the root of our problem and is destroying our county, it leads to: Violence | Murder | Domestic Violence | Theft | Divorce Foster Care | Elder Abuse| DUT’s | Decreased Property Values Fried Brain’s | Destruction of our educational system
If you are a meth addict then I suggest you vote for my opponent a Newson appointee.
If elected Judge I plan on cracking down on the destruction of our county by being hard on METH issues.
Quit using meth in Modoc County.
DO NOT METH WITH MODOC
the Committee Gifford for Judge 2026 DO NOT METH WITH MODOC My message to the voters of Modoc County For the June 2, 2026 election
Lassen County Sheriff’s Office Responds to Concerns Over Flock Safety Cameras
The Lassen County Sheriff’s Office issued a statement on May 15, addressing concerns raised by some community members regarding the implementation of Flock Safety license plate readers in Lassen County.
The sheriff’s office currently operates 13 Flock cameras throughout the county as part of its ongoing effort to improve public safety and protect residents.
Some residents have expressed concerns about privacy, data retention, and how information collected by the cameras could be shared between agencies.
According to the sheriff’s office, the cameras are proactive investigative tools used to help combat serious crimes, including human trafficking, missing persons cases, vehicle theft and property crimes, drug and weapons trafficking, and other felony offenses.
Officials emphasized the cameras are not used for traffic enforcement, including speeding violations, expired vehicle registration, mechanical violations or other minor infractions. The cameras do not photograph vehicle occupants and do not use facial recognition technology. The sheriff’s office said the cameras are intended solely to provide investigative leads when crimes occur.
Flock cameras capture license plate information
Benjamin George Wynne III passed away on March 19th, 2026 after a long and difficult illness.
and vehicle characteristics that allow law enforcement to identify suspect vehicles, track vehicle movement connected to investigations, and respond quickly to alerts involving Amber Alerts, stolen vehicles and known threats.
Officials said the data is securely stored and accessible only to authorized law enforcement personnel for investigative purposes.
The sheriff’s office said it recognizes and respects constitutional protections and is committed to ensuring all investigative practices comply with the law, including Fourth Amendment protections
against unlawful searches and seizures.
Officials said legal advisers and partner agencies have reviewed and approved the use of the technology under state and federal guidelines.
Flock Safety technology is already used in cities and counties throughout California, from large metropolitan areas to rural communities, according to the sheriff’s office. Officials said the technology has provided critical leads in investigations that may otherwise have remained unsolved.
The sheriff’s office noted surveillance cameras are already widely used in
Obituary
Dorothy Ann Shaull
July 20, 1956 – April 23, 2026
Dorothy Ann Shaull was born in San Francisco California July 20, 1956. The beloved child of Carl and Margaret Herr.
At an early age she was known for her kind and gentle spirit. She had a strong sense of responsibility and love of family.
Dorothy took pride in helping others in thoughtful and meaningful ways. She spent the last 25 years working with Special Needs students and children. She loved and cherished those rewarding years, and enjoyed those she was able to make a difference with.
She brought joy and
homes, businesses and public spaces throughout the community, calling Flock cameras a continuation of existing safety practices.
“This is not a step toward unnecessary surveillance,” the statement said.
Officials said the technology is one of several tools deputies use to solve crimes, assist vulnerable individuals and improve public safety in Lassen County.
laughter to her close friends, and enjoyed bringing people together.
Dorothy leaves behind wonderful memories for all that knew her. Memories that will be remembered for years to come.
Dorothy Shaull is survived by Ron, her husband of 50 years. Sons Christopher and Scott & (5 grandchildren) Brother Steve and Robert Herr.
Her kind heart and gentle manner will be remembered by those that knew her.
Services
Saturday 11:00 May 23 Adin Community Hall
Lunch will follow service
our top priority is — and always will be — to protect the citizens of Lassen County,” Sheriff-Coroner John McGarva said in the statement. “Flock cameras are simply another tool that helps us do that more effectively and efficiently.”
The sheriff’s office encouraged residents with questions about the cameras or the program to contact the agency at 530-257-6121 for
WORD FIND
FIND THE WORDS
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 21 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.
Modoc County Watermaster
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 21 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.
Weird town names
Weird town names
Solution: 21 Letters Avenue
Modoc County Judge Releases Suspect Accused of Possessing 4,000 Doses of Methamphetamine
Modoc County District Attorney Nina Salarno spoke out following the release of Marques Holman after his
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and possession of ammunition, along with multiple special allegations.
Garrison appeared alongside co-defendant Latasha Jackson, who was brought before the court after allegedly violating the conditions of her supervised release. Authorities said Jackson violated her release orders just hours after being released from custody.
During the hearing, prosecutors argued for remand and strict bail conditions, citing concerns over public safety and ensuring both defendants return to court if they post bond.
Presiding Judge Wendy Dier ruled that both defendants pose a potential flight risk.
In accordance with a recent California Supreme Court decision regarding bail affordability, Dier set the bail at a “reasonably attainable” amount of $15,000 for each defendant. The court also ordered that specific probationary conditions be imposed if either defendant posts bail.
A review hearing for both cases is scheduled for May 28, 2026.
Modoc County District Attorney Nina Salarno expressed appreciation to the Tulelake Police Department and Chief Tom Hoy for their work on the investigation.
“This office remains committed to protecting vulnerable victims and holding offenders accountable, while working in partnership with the courts to ensure fair and just outcomes,” Salarno said in a statement.
May 12 court appearance in Modoc County Superior Court on new drug-related charges.
Holman appeared before Presiding Judge Wendy Dier for arraignment on charges stemming from the alleged possession of nearly 1 pound of methamphetamine.
Law enforcement officials estimate the amount seized could equal more than 4,000 individual doses.
In a statement, the Alturas Police Officers Association said the seizure potentially prevented “4,000 overdoses” and noted methamphetamine is often linked to other criminal activity.
According to the Modoc County District Attorney’s Office, Holman currently has eight open cases pending in Modoc County Superior Court. Those cases include allegations of felony domestic
violence, possession of a firearm and ammunition by a felon, felony failure to appear, felony vehicle theft and multiple violations of court orders.
Court records show Holman has a prior criminal history that includes violent offenses, including murder. Prosecutors also filed a strike enhancement in the current case.
During the hearing, Assistant District Attorney Richard Cotta requested Holman be remanded into custody on all matters. Prosecutors alternatively asked the court to impose bail conditions requiring Holman to remain in Modoc County while the case is pending. The Modoc County Probation Department also recommended Holman be held in custody.
Judge Dier denied both requests, ruling Holman
did not pose a threat to public safety. The court ordered his release on his own recognizance under the supervision of the Modoc County Probation Department. The arraignment was continued to May 14.
Salarno said she disagreed with the ruling, citing the nature of the charges, Holman’s criminal history and his pending cases.
“The people of Modoc County deserve to know when serious offenders are released back into the community despite objections from law enforcement and prosecutors,” Salarno said.
“The Modoc County District Attorney’s Office, alongside our law enforcement partners, are working tirelessly to address the escalating drug issue in our community. Given the significant quantity of
methamphetamine involved, the defendant’s criminal history and his multiple pending cases, I find it shocking that the court does not view this as a serious public safety concern.”
Salarno also commended the Alturas Police Department, particularly Sgt. Cody Widby, for efforts to remove illegal drugs from the community.
Marques Holman Image from Modoc County Sheriff’s Office
Missing 2-Year-Old Found Safe After Large Search in Modoc County
A missing 2-year-old girl was found safe Thursday night after a large multiagency search in the Cal Pines subdivision near Alturas in Modoc County, according to the Modoc County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies received a report of the missing child at about 7 p.m. May 14 and coordinated a large response involving local law enforcement, fire crews, medical personnel and aviation resources.
Agencies assisting in the search included the California Highway Patrol, CAL FIRE engine crews, Modoc Medical Center ambulance personnel, a SEMSA helicopter, a CAL FIRE helicopter and CAL FIRE drone support from Susanville.
Deputies located footprints near an intersection about a quarter-mile from where the child was last seen shortly after arriving at the scene.
At approximately 8:50 p.m., a member of the Modoc County Sheriff’s Posse and a CHP officer found the child about 1.5 miles from her residence in a heavily wooded area roughly 40 to 50 yards off the roadway.
The child was evaluated by Modoc Medical Center ambulance personnel, warmed and treated for minor injuries, authorities said.
“I want to thank all the men and women from the many agencies that assisted
with the search and the successful recovery of the child,” Sheriff Tex Dowdy said in a statement.
The sheriff’s office also thanked volunteers and community members who helped with the search.
or 530-640-3339
Bible Study: 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship: 11 a.m.
Wednesday Bible Study and Prayer: 6 p.m.
Pastor Brian Bates alturasbaptistchurch.com abc1@frontier.net
Modoc Vineyard Church
THE MODOC COUNTY RECORD
Alturas Seventh Day Adventist Church
300 West 2nd St., Alturas (530) 233-5777
Bible Study: 10:30 a.m.
Church Service: 11:15 a.m.
Pastor Niki Wolter
221 N. Main St., Alturas (530) 200-2945
Church DIRECTORY
Alturas Mennonite Church
Hwy 299, Alturas (Just East of Auction Yard) (530) 640-2317 or 640-2768
Alturas Baptist Church
Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Everyone Welcome
Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.
Saturday Prayer: 9:30 a.m. modocvineyard.church Come as you are.
Rivers of Life
Pastor Mike Widby
316 W. 8th Street, Alturas (530) 510-4418
Worship Sunday: 10 a.m.
Bible Study: Mon. & Wed., 6 p.m. All Are Welcome!
Berean
500 W. 4th St., Alturas 530-708-1016 or 530-640-3339
Calvary Church
Bible Study: 9:30 a.m.
Pastor Jon Dabill
Morning Worship: 11 a.m.
Rivers of Living Water Cedarville, CA
108 East 1st St., Alturas
Sunday School: 10 a.m.
Wednesday Bible Study and Prayer: 6 p.m.
481 Main St., Cedarville (530) 640-2120
Sunday Morning Service: 11 a.m.
Sunday Evening Service: 5 p.m.
Pastor Brian Bates alturasbaptistchurch.com abc1@frontier.net
Wednesday Ladies Bible Study: 4 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 5 p.m. www.bereancalvarychurch.com bereancalvarychurch@yahoo.com Phone: 530-708-5323
Alturas Seventh Day Adventist Church
300 West 2nd St., Alturas (530) 233-5777
Bible Study: 10:30 a.m. Church Service: 11:15 a.m.
Mennonite Church
Hwy 299, Alturas (Just East of Auction Yard) (530) 640-2317 or 640-2768
Church of Christ
Wolter 221 N. Main St., Alturas (530) 200-2945
Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Saturday Prayer: 9:30 a.m. modocvineyard.church Come as you are.
Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Everyone Welcome Rivers of
Pastor Mike Widby
316 W. 8th Street, Alturas (530)
Church
1450 N. Warner, Alturas (530) 640-0487
Craig Flournoy, Preacher
SUNDAY: Bible Classes: 10 a.m.
Worship: 11 a.m.
WEDNESDAY: Bible Class: 6:00 p.m.
Faith Bible Church
310 W. North St., Alturas (530) 708-1455
Sunday Worship Service: 10 a.m.
Surprise Valley Community Church
Lynn Culp, Pastor 810 West Carlos, Alturas (530) 233-2015
Worship Service: 10:00 a.m.
Children’s Church: 10:30 a.m.
Adult Sunday School: 11:30 a.m.
405 Bonner St., Cedarville (530) 279-6225
Dr. Ben Zandstra Worship Children’s Church, Sunday at 9 a.m.
Surprise Valley SeventhDay Adventist Church
Garfield & Washington St. Cedarville, CA Contact #: 707-483-3291
Sabbath/Saturday Services Begin at 10:00 a.m. Connect with us at surprisevalleyca.adventistchurch.org
Faith Bible Church
Lynn Culp, Pastor 810 West Carlos, Alturas (530) 233-2015
Modoc National Forest Recreation Opportunities for Memorial Day Weekend 2026
As Memorial Day weekend approaches, please be aware that all U.S. Forest Service offices and ranger stations in the Modoc National Forest will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26.
If you’re planning to spend your holiday weekend in the Modoc National Forest, you can look forward to a variety of outdoor adventures. All campgrounds in the Warner Mountains and Devils Garden Ranger Districts are accessible and open for the season. Fees will apply to
Blue Lake Campground, Pepperdine Campground, and Howards Gulch Campground. For the health and safety of our visitors, please note that the water systems at these campgrounds are currently not potable. It is essential to boil water before use.
The Medicine Lake recreation area is currently closed for ongoing timber operations. Due to an increase in tree mortality caused by the Mountain Pine Beetle in the Medicine Lake Caldera Vegetation Treatment Project area, thinning and removal of hazardous trees is currently in progress. Visitors are encouraged not to visit the campgrounds in the Medicine Lake Recreation Area for their safety and the safety of the staff working in the Treatment Project area. The Forest projects to have it opened soon, hopefully by June 12th and it will be posted on our social media page and our forest web page... Stay tuned for more information.
Campgrounds in the Big Valley Ranger District are open and accessible for the season, with exception of Upper Rush Creek campground, which remains closed for maintenance. Please be aware that the same water safety precautions are in effect for the open campgrounds.
Obsidian collection at our Obsidian mines is still closed. The collection period will begin on July 1 and continue through September 1 this year. Permits will be available starting July 1and each visitor will be allowed up to three permits for the season. There will be a daily
Urgent Opportunity To Secure Expiring Federal Solar Incentives
The Center for Community Energy and partner C4GS-ZEDlife have launched the MOVE Solar NOW initiative to help businesses, nonprofits and faith organizations secure federal solar incentives before key deadlines expire.
Contrary to common belief, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” did not immediately end all solar incentives Dec. 31, 2025. Incentives for commercial solar arrays remain available for a limited time, though organizations must follow specific rules to qualify.
To qualify for incentives, projects must either begin before July 4, 2026, or be completed before Dec. 31, 2027. Projects that establish an early start date may qualify for “safe harbor” status, allowing until the end of 2030 for completion.
Organizations can establish safe harbor status by spending at least 5% of total project costs before July 4, 2026. Those that fail to meet the requirement risk losing incentives that begin at 30% of project costs. Additional bonuses of up to 10% are
permit limit with no exceptions so plan your trip accordingly. For more information, please contact the Modoc National Forest Office.
Currently, there are no fire restrictions in place; however, please remember that fireworks and explosives are prohibited on federal lands. For visitor safety, law enforcement officers, fire personnel, and recreation staff will be patrolling during the Memorial Day weekend.
We remind all visitors to follow campfire safety guidelines and adhere to the Leave No Trace principles of outdoor ethics. When driving on forest roads, exercise caution, especially on narrow mountain roads with high
recreational traffic. Be aware that there is still snow in some areas of the forest, such as the Medicine Lake recreation area and parts of the Warner Mountains. It is important to be prepared by bringing extra supplies, informing someone of your travel plans, having an alternate plan in case your intended route is damaged or impassable, and keeping an eye on the weather conditions. Find your next adventure in the Modoc National Forest! For information on recreational opportunities and open campgrounds this weekend on the Modoc National Forest, please visit: https://www. fs.usda.gov/r05/modoc/recreation
available for projects using domestic materials and projects located in designated “energy communities,” which include most California counties.
Eligible organizations receive the incentives as direct payments from the U.S. Treasury.
The MOVE Solar NOW initiative is designed to help nonprofits, faith organizations, multifamily housing leaders, commercial property owners and small businesses determine whether solar projects are financially viable before incentive deadlines pass.
The Center for Community Energy is a California-based 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization focused on distributed energy resources, decarbonization and energy justice. C4GS-ZEDlife develops justicecentered, net-zero projects aimed at reducing energy burdens and increasing economic mobility.
More information is available at https://www.c4gs.org/ movesolarnow/.
on the website at sagestage.com.
For information: Sage Stage, 108 S. Main Street, Alturas, CA 96101; (530) 233-6410. Of ce staff are available during regular business hours. Or our website: sagestage.com.
Saturday May 21st
Commodities and Fresh Produce
Teach Commodities will be on May 28th and Fresh Produce will be on May 21st.
Modoc Indivisible Political action group
Modoc Indivisible a non-partisan group meets on Saturday 10am at 204 N. Court St. We are a fact based solution orientated political action group. We support the U.S. Constitution and our Democratic Government. Come join us to discuss current issues. Call 530-708-0703 for more information.
Fire and Water: Unravelling the Geologic Features of Surprise Valley and the Warner Mountains
A slideshow with stories presented by Tai Subia (M.S. Geological Science, University of Texas at El Paso)
Thursday May 21, 2026 7 p.m.
Surprise Valley Senior Center, 502 Main St. Cedarville
Sunday May 22nd
Berean Calvary Church Sunday Services
Come one and all to our Sunday morning services starting at 10 AM with our Sunday school, this time a special lesson by brother Ray M. At 11 AM, our regular service starts and the sermon will be by brother Jeff. At Sunday night at 5 pm, there will be popcorn preaching. We look forward to seeing you all there.
Tuesday May 26th
Alturas Country Jam
Enjoy live music of many genres with old friends & new at the Alturas Country Jam. We play together 6:30-9pm Tuesday evenings at Church of Christ, 1450 Warner St, Alturas. Free admission; donations go towards snacks & venue. All Participants Welcome: audience, poets, singers & musicians. For more info call or text 530-276-8725.
Modoc Crazy Quilters
Modoc Crazy Quilters gather every Tuesday at the Federated Church from 9 am-3pm. Come
Gatherings
and go as you can, bring a project or just come visit.
The Senior Citizens Valley 50 Club (SCV50C) Lunch
The Senior Citizens Valley 50 Club (SCV50C) receives lunches every Tuesday and Thursday at the Senior Center in Cedarville. Lunch starts at noon, but conversation starts around 11:30. If you are in your 50’s we ask for a small donation for lunch. 60 and over is free. You can look at the menu TEACH in Alturas posts for the week in the paper for Tuesday and Thursday lunch or stop by and pick up a monthly menu at our center. Menus are also posted on the post office bulletin boards in the valley.
We also have a potluck the 3rd Wednesday of every month. So come on down for some good food, conversation and laughs. Hope to see you there soon.
Thursday May 28th
Student Art Show
Layers of Meaning
Date: May 28th
Cost: Free Time: 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Modoc High School Library
An exhibition of artworks exploring depth, symbolism, and transformation through layered materials and imagery. The show highlights student creativity and artistic expression through mixed media, collage, and imaginative visual storytelling.
Thursday, MHS Ceramics students will be joining with AES 5th grade students at 12:30 to install our Memorial Day Poppy Public Art Project. We have been working together for the last couple of months to put this together. WE will be dedicating a couple of poppies to fallen soldiers that people in the community has sent us information about.
Friday May 29th
Modoc Indivisible Protests
Modoc Indivisible promotes political awareness
thru protests on Fridays 12- 1pm at the 395/299 junction. Come join us and share your voice in clarifying our political issues. Call 530-7080703 for more information.
To Come:
50th School Reunion for the Class of 1976
The Class of 1976 will be having their 50th school reunion at 5:30 pm on July 2, 3 ,4
Any questions please contact Darla Tague at 541-905-4400 or email DarlaTague@hotmail. com
We are still looking for a few classmate addresses. If you can help, please let me know.
Thank you
Lori Doss
Susan Green
Jeannie Johnson
Sharyn Ross
Alan Wynne
Ken Scoggin
Cathy Smith
Jody York
Class of 1966 60th Class Reunion
Dinner is July 3rd at the Niles Hotel at 6:00 pm
The Modoc County Deputy Sheriff’s Association is pleased to announce it’s support for Randall Harr for Superior Court Judge of Modoc County. Since his appointment, Judge Harr has upheld the rule of law in Modoc County in a fair and impartial manner. It has been our experience that Judge Harr keeps the community’s overall safety in mind during the court process. We believe it’s in the best interest of both our members and the community we serve that Randall Harr continues to serve the people of Modoc County.
Modoc County Deputy Sheriff’s Association Paid for Modoc County Deputy Sheriffs Association.
Class of 65 and 67 are also welcome
If attending please contact Mike Mathews skibum60@live.com (530) 276-5531
Please reply by June 15th
Tex
Rotary Club of Alturas celebrates 75th Annual Youth Fishing Derby at Pine Creek Reservoir
Despite cold and windy weather, children and their families bundled up and turned out for the Rotary Club of Alturas’ 75th Annual Youth Fishing Derby held Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Pine Creek Reservoir.
The longtime Modoc County tradition welcomed children ages 12 and under for a morning of fishing, prizes and family fun. Registration began at 8:30 a.m., with fishing starting at 9 a.m. and continuing until 11 a.m.
Throughout the morning,
young anglers competed for prizes awarded for first fish caught, biggest fish and most fish caught during the derby. Organizers said every child who participated went home with a prize.
Following the derby, participants and their families gathered for a free hot dog lunch and drinks provided by the Rotary Club of Alturas.
Although temperatures were chilly and winds swept across the reservoir, families stayed throughout the event,
continuing a community tradition that has brought local children outdoors for generations.
“Thanks to the community for always supporting us,” organizers shared after the event.
For 75 years, the annual fishing derby has remained a staple community event in Modoc County, encouraging youth outdoor recreation, family participation and local traditions centered around fishing and community involvement.
Images from The Rotary Club of Alturas Facebook
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF IMPENDING POWER TO SELL TAX-DEFAULTED PROPERTY
Made pursuant to Section 3361 & 3362 Revenue and Taxation Code
000. Property Address: 375 SNOW GOOSE LN, DAVIS CREEK, CA 96108 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALEYOU ARE IN DEFAULT
Pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code sections 3691 and 3692.4, the following conditions will, by operation of law, subject real property to the tax collector’s power to sell.
1) All property for which property taxes and assessments have been in default for five or more years.
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:
2) All property that has a nuisance abatement lien recorded against it and for which property taxes and assessments have been in default for three or more years.
3) Any property that has been identified and requested for purchase by a city, county, city and county, or nonprofit organization to serve the public benefit by providing housing or services directly related to low-income persons and for which property taxes and assessments have been in default for three or more years.
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.
The parcels listed herein meet one or more of the criteria listed above and thus, will become subject to the tax collector’s power to sell on July 1, 2026 at 12:01 a.m., by operation of law. The tax collector’s power to sell will arise unless the property is either redeemed or made subject to an installment plan of redemption initiated as provided by law prior to 5:00 p.m. on June 30, 2026. The right to an installment plan terminates at 5:00 p.m. on June 30, 2026, and after that date, the entire balance due must be paid in full to prevent sale at public auction.
The right of redemption survives the property becoming subject to the power to sell, but it terminates at 5:00 p.m. on the last business day prior to the date of the sale by the tax collector.
All information concerning redemption or the initiation of an installment plan of redemption will be furnished, upon request, by Macey VonRader, Modoc County Tax Collector, 204 South Court Street, Alturas, California 96101. Phone number is (530) 233-6223.
The amount to redeem, including all penalties and fees, as of June, 2026 is shown opposite the parcel number and next to the name of the assessee.
PARCEL NUMBERING SYSTEM EXPLANATION
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 on the map page or in the block. The assessor’s maps and further explanation of the parcel numbering system are available in the Assessor’s office.
PROPERTY TAX DEFAULTED ON JULY 1, 2018 FOR THE TAXES, ASSESSMENTS AND OTHER CHARGES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2017-2018
Fee Parcel Assessee Name
003-234-001-000
TIMBER FOR SALE, UNITED STATES 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.
Fee Parcel Assessee Name
017-100-032-000
017-200-029-000
Amount Due June 2026
PROPERTY TAX DEFAULTED ON JULY 1, 2019 FOR THE TAXES, ASSESSMENTS AND OTHER CHARGES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2018-2019
011-250-032-000 KUHNS SAM STEVAN & MCABEE MARTIN EARL
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.
022-114-008-000 GOLTZ JACKIE L
033-280-008-000
035-063-007-000
041-342-005-000
Fee Parcel Assessee Name
012-291-006-000
022-450-004-000
035-093-020-000
035-131-031-000
035-402-013-000 URIBE JOE A
Amount Due June 2026
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.
This business is conducted by: A Corporation.
012-210-004-000 ST. CLAIR, THOMAS & # ST. CLAIR, SHIRLEY L. JT.
012-210-019-000 HILDBRAND DENNIS SR & SHARON G
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on September 12, 2025.
012-251-001-000 DODD CHARLES E SR & JEANNE C JT
012-301-016-000 PHILLIPI, LEO J.
013-051-012-000 NORRIS RICHARD
013-052-007-000 MATHEIS WILLIAM
013-065-009-000 GARMISSIE MORRIS
013-065-010-000 GARMISSIE MORRIS
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
013-071-011-000 JOHNSON HERBERT A & ELLEN TR
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on September 12, 2025
013-075-003-000 FARRINGTON KENNETH C & WALTON JACQUELYN K JT
013-101-006-000 VELAZQUEZ CARMEN
013-115-005-000 PELLANDINI JOHN & ARANA DEBRA JT
Published in the Modoc County Record on September 25, October 2, 9 and 16, 2025.
013-136-024-000 RETRO OFFICE SERVICES INC.
013-153-004-000 DENNIS MICHAEL A
013-154-020-000 DEAL FRED W & BETTY J JT
013-175-012-000 BIBB WILLIAM L (ESTATE)
013-194-010-000 ALINDER KERRY R
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:
017-110-026-000 GONZALEZ, EUJENIO CHAVEZ & # SANTANA, MYRNA A. GAR
TONY CHARLES MILANO
Case Number: PR-25-029
017-180-018-000 EATON DAVID H & JEFFREY R 3,482.74
017-200-053-000 XIONG KENG
017-502-006-000 AZAR BETTY K
017-521-002-000 LANGFORD, WENDELL & # LANGFORD, THERESA TRUSTEES 2,323.97
018-291-016-000 PORATH, JERRI LYNN 1,079.68
018-481-018-000 DUREN, DANNY & # DUREN, DEBRA JT. 939.48
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.
018-481-019-000 DUREN DANNY & DUREN DEBRA JT 4,497.76
018-481-021-000 DUREN, DANNY & # DUREN, DEBRA JT. 584.58
018-481-022-000 DUREN, DANNY & # DUREN, DEBRA JT. 732.18
022-151-017-000 ELDRIDGE KINGDOM CHADWICK, JR. 1,969.00
A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Ramon Milano in the Superior Court of California, County of: MODOC
022-400-058-000 KUHNEL PAUL P (LE) & OCHS LINDA DIANE 7,241.13
022-410-016-000 IORIO EDWARD R TR 2,328.20
022-430-019-000 KOON, RON & # KOON, RHONDA 2,205.20
022-430-020-000 KOON, RON & # KOON, RHONDA 352.00
022-440-025-000 REUTOV ALAN 1,677.06
024-280-040-000 BARBER LEONARD (ESTATE OF) 384.54
The Petition for Probate requests that: Ramon Milano be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
Amount Due June 2026
PROPERTY TAX DEFAULTED ON JULY 1, 2021 FOR THE TAXES, ASSESSMENTS AND OTHER CHARGES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021
001-086-008-000
002-174-005-000
IN LASSEN COUNTY: CALIFORNIA: PUBLIC DOMAIN LANDS: 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. 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-
Trustor: BENJAMIN B HILL, A SINGLE MAN. Duly Appointed Trustee: Nestor Solutions, LLC 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
Fee Parcel Assessee Name Amount
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: 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. NOTICE TO TENANTS: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil
024-390-004-000 HOLLINGSWORTH JASON 26,144.75
024-430-011-000 GAZLAY, RICHARD C. JR. 680.55
024-430-022-000 SILBERSTEIN AVI & LEV 1,041.84
024-470-026-000 PEREIRA, JOAQUIN M. & # PEREIRA, ROSE Y. TRUSTEES 445.95
024-470-027-000 PEREIRA, JOAQUIN M. & # PEREIRA, ROSE Y. TRUSTEES 1,221.19
025-180-012-000 JOHNSON RICHARD HUFFMAN & KARBO ELIZABETH JOHNSON 551.02
029-260-016-000 GARBER KERRY W
035-031-001-000 JONES MICHAEL A & TERI L JT
035-033-005-000 FERMAN CARLOS & CHACON HEIDY
035-036-003-000 TVERITIN, ANDREY DE LOS SANTOS, HILARIO/ELVIRA
035-041-010-000 LYNCH LA DONNA & STEVEN JT
035-062-024-000 RUSK, KERRY M.
035-074-008-000 MOORE PASSION
035-078-007-000 STEINHURST, RICHARD S. & # STEINHURST, MASAKO JT.
035-082-003-000 LA MADRID ANA MARIA & LAMADRID DANA LYNN
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.
035-102-012-000 CREEKSIDE DEVELOPMENTS LLC
035-151-022-000 LAYCO, SHIRLEY R.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
035-171-022-000 TURNER, EBONY DIANE 2,385.60
NAME STATEMENT
035-183-010-000 WOOTEN ALBERT O & DOROTHY JEAN JT
File No. 2025-053
035-191-003-000 BRYANT JUNIOR RAY (ESTATE)
Exp: September 11, 2030
Original
035-211-009-000 ROMAN, JAIME A.
013-085-014-000 PAYNE STANFORD P
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. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: November 7, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., Dept. 1
035-214-004-000 WEAVER, LESTER R. & # WEAVER, BRENDA DARLENE TRUS 2,385.60
035-215-012-000 ARROYO JUAN CARLOS & MARIA 2,013.36
035-221-004-000 PARRIS SCHIBON S
035-221-013-000 BROU KADJO C & AMANI C
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
035-223-037-000
035-243-019-000
JOHN P. # SMILEY, BILL
035-251-018-000 HART JESSE M
035-252-035-000
035-262-011-000
035-273-002-000
035-273-006-000 AVILA CESAR R & AGUIRRECHE KATIUSKA C JT
035-281-013-000
035-302-026-000
035-303-016-000
035-303-017-000 SMITH TERENCE EDWARD & LORETTA CHARLENE JT
035-304-006-000
ALFRED E & JOANNE M JT
035-312-034-000 LEISURE INDUSTRIES, INC.
035-312-042-000 MARLAND ALFRED E & JOANNE M JT
035-332-026-000 BIERY JAMES E & HELENE B JT
035-343-017-000 AMIRGHASSEMKHANY SHAW & SHERIDAN DAVID
035-344-005-000 VU, KHANH QIJOC & # HOANG, KIMSOA THI
035-344-014-000 SCHIRMER, SERENA
035-361-002-000 LINING BENJAMIN GRANT
035-373-013-000 GARFIELD SARAH ELIZABETH & SOLA JUANITA
035-374-016-000 LAVARIAS ISABELO C & JO
035-383-009-000
035-394-005-000 WICKERSHAM STEVEN L & AGUILAR TAMMI M
035-402-030-000 RECKER, EVELYN M. TRUSTEE
036-015-002-000 BALASSI DAVID STEVEN
036-016-009-000 LOPEZ FELIZARDO B & MARIA ELIZABETH E TR
036-032-006-000 DIASANTA, EFREN & # DIASANTA, ESTELA
036-035-007-000 BIERY JAMES E & HELENE B JT
036-043-004-000
036-056-002-000 FLOYD RYAN & FLOYD DEANNA
036-072-008-000
036-072-012-000
036-072-013-000
036-074-006-000
036-082-037-000 JACKSON RONDAL RENE
036-082-041-000
036-083-007-000
& SHERRY A
036-101-034-000 GARCIA ADOLFO & PATRICIA
036-102-008-000 RIVERA CARLOS
036-141-010-000
036-142-004-000 CHUN PHILLIP M & SUN M TR
036-151-014-000 BURDIN BILL THOMAS & MARGARET IRENE
036-161-006-000 TAKAS, THOMAS S. & # TAKAS, IMGARD V. JT.
036-173-012-000 KIM, LYNN HWASUK
036-174-002-000 CASTILLO FLORIDA V
036-181-006-000 CALVERT DAVID LAYNE
036-181-007-000 CALVERT DAVID LAYNE
036-182-007-000 HARDESTY M INEZ
036-182-011-000 GREEN THOMAS LEROY & GLORIA ELEANOR TR
036-182-018-000 GAMBLIN MARGARET E (ESTATE)
036-182-019-000 SULLIVAN, ROBERT & # SULLIVAN, LISA 2,385.60
036-191-006-000 MAYS TIFFANY VICTORIA 2,035.22
036-192-007-000 QUESADA MARCO A JT & SPOLINI VICTOR J 1,603.90
036-193-004-000 SCIORTINO CHARLES A
036-195-006-000 RODARTE, RAMON & # RODARTE, MARIA JT.
036-203-005-000 STARR, LINDA DARLENE TRUSTEE # LARSON, TIMOTHY ET 2,262.60
036-204-010-000 OAKS FREDDIE H JR & IMHOFF JEROME DELBERT 2,416.60
036-224-025-000 VASQUEZ E.W. (ESTATE)
036-224-026-000 VASQUEZ E.W. (ESTATE)
036-271-006-000 RIVAS JORGE C
036-321-011-000 TELLES, JOHN GILBERT
036-321-023-000 WHITE, DEAN & # WHITE, KAY JT.
036-332-002-000 CASTRO KEMP
036-332-003-000
036-343-011-000
036-352-004-000
036-362-013-000
036-381-003-000
036-381-004-000
036-391-023-000 LUMSDEN, JAMES M. & # LUMSDEN, FAE A. TRUSTEES
036-391-024-000 BOCANEGRA DORA ANN
036-411-010-000
036-411-011-000
036-411-012-000
037-011-002-000
037-011-059-000
037-175-005-000 ORITZ-SHIRLEY TERESA J & ORTIZ TERESA J 532.40
037-182-003-000 LEISURE INDUSTRIES, INC.
037-182-007-000 MORMANN CONRAD N
037-183-017-000 CRAWFORD JAMES
037-185-002-000 YAMAJI TOSHIO
037-203-012-000 SIMPSON PAUL & TARESA
037-254-020-000 DANIELS WALTER P & ELLEN C JT
037-261-004-000 SLAUGHTER THOMAS D & CAROL TR
037-301-024-000 CARBALLAR, JAVIER & # CARBALLAR, MAYRAMEJIA
037-301-028-000 MILEHAM JEREMIAH
037-311-034-000 HARDESTY M INEZ
037-401-020-000 VASQUEZ JUAN RIOS
037-422-019-000 SALAZAR, CARLOS & # SALAZAR BERTHA
037-422-022-000 SCHOUW GLORIA JUNE & RECK GLORIA %
037-431-015-000 ROMAN, JAIME A.
037-452-022-000 PEREIRA ALVARO & ANGE TR
037-453-005-000 SMITH JAMES W & SMITH JEAN P TR
037-474-006-000 SMITH ROBERT
037-481-034-000 SOLORIO, ANTONIO & # SOLORIO, JUANA HERNANDEZ DE
037-521-009-000 CAPPS CARL E & MARLENE JT
038-031-013-000 CHUN PHILLIP M
038-051-004-000 AZAM ZAMEER
038-051-033-000 EQUITY POINT REAL ESTATE GROUP LLC 505.60
038-102-017-000 NORRIS, DONALD E. & # NORRIS, ELLA L. JT.
038-102-018-000 NORRIS, DONALD E. & # NORRIS, ELLA L. JT. 680.00
038-111-019-000
038-151-027-000 DONAGHY MICHAEL
038-181-004-000 CARLETON, GREGORY E. & # CARLETON, DEBORAH A. JT.
038-191-021-000 BUSH DENNIS & JILL 2,385.60
038-191-026-000
038-211-006-000 MEEK, MARK A. & # MEEK, DEANNA 2,078.55
038-222-003-000 BORODULIN SERGE 2,207.64
039-011-008-000 PEREIRA ALVARO & ANGE TR 1,204.80
039-111-006-000 GRAHAM SHANE 2,910.40
039-111-009-000 DAY FRANCES SANDY & FRANCES S TR 2,910.40
039-141-010-000 BAVIER JOSEPH & MARY JT 2,393.78
039-141-011-000 BAVIER JOSEPH & MARY JT 870.54
039-181-007-000 CASTILLO FERNANDO P (ESTATE)
039-191-003-000 LOPEZ, JOSE ALFREDO 2,762.80
041-701-051-000 SMITH RAYMOND W & CAROLYN LUCY TR
041-712-001-000 HAYES WILLIAM L 2,172.19
041-731-024-000 HERNANDEZ, J. JESUS
041-731-031-000 TOYER JACK EVAN
003-192-004-000 PHILPOT RICKY & ROBINSON REBECCA JT 207.23
041-451-025-000 RASOOL, ALI
039-191-004-000 LOPEZ, JOSE ALFREDO
039-241-002-000 VENCEK JOE & MARIE JT
039-251-008-000 CUELLAR DELIA A
039-331-004-000 SHAW LOIS L & PRAY SALLEE BELONGA JT 2,910.40
040-013-004-000
040-082-024-000
040-111-006-000
040-122-006-000
041-021-013-000
041-021-014-000
041-022-011-000
041-022-012-000
041-023-008-000 BANKSTON MILTON N & HELEN W JT
041-023-017-000 UHAS PHILLIP G TR
041-024-004-000 SCHAAKE SOFIA PAPADOPOULOS
041-032-031-000 ROBINSON ELWOOD A & MARY A JT
041-042-032-000 AGUILA ERNIE & AIDA
041-051-012-000 RISARD, MARTIN Y. & # RISARD, MARINA M.
041-051-013-000 RISARD, MARTIN Y. & # RISARD, MARINA M.
041-082-017-000 HENSLEY, ROBERT & # HENSLEY, SANDRA
041-082-042-000 VILLALOBOS, RALPH M. & # VILLALOBOS, ALMIDA JT.
041-102-005-000 BESKOW THOMAS
041-111-024-000 PRYOR, RONALD
041-111-029-000
041-112-024-000
041-113-034-000
STEVE & CINDY
041-122-008-000 ZEPEDA JASON MATTHEW
041-122-025-000 HENSLEY ROBERT & HENSLEY SANDRA
041-122-032-000 DEVAULT BRIAN
041-122-041-000 THILL, JOHN W. & # THILL, KATHY JT.
041-171-007-000 RIVERA, DAVID C/O ALMA RIVERA
041-181-025-000
041-181-026-000
041-181-027-000
041-182-006-000
041-262-001-000
041-262-019-000
041-262-043-000
041-291-004-000
041-292-007-000
041-292-030-000
041-293-003-000
041-293-009-000
041-294-007-000
Public Notice
Shasta County Housing Authority
Project-Based Voucher Program Wait List
Opening
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Shasta County Housing Authority, which serves Shasta, Trinity, Siskiyou, and Modoc Counties, will accept applications for the Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Program in Burney, CA, known as Burney Commons. Burney Commons is a 29unit affordable housing development.
The waitlist will open online starting May 25, 2026, at 9:00 AM PT.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN to apply, complete the online application here: https://waitlistcheck.com/ CA836-4462. Persons unable to apply online may call 530225-5160, California Relay Service at 800-735-2922, or come into Shasta County Housing and Community Action office at 2600 Park Marina, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Persons may also request – by telephone or by mail – that a paper application be mailed to them. Shasta
County Housing Authority will provide reasonable application accommodations for persons with disabilities and will provide language assistance if needed. Applications will not be provided or accepted by fax. All successfully completed applications will go through the local preferences for selection, eligibility, and admissions process.
For details, including eligibility and who may apply, refer to the Shasta County Housing Authority Administrative Plan at https://www.shastacounty. gov/PHAadminplan
PLEASE NOTE that the Shasta County Housing Authority promotes fair housing and makes all programs available to low and moderate-income families regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual preference, marital status, familial status (children), or disability.
Published in the Modoc County Record on May 21, 2026.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
MODOC COUNTY
041-435-006-000 BAHUL ANTOINETTE TR
041-471-061-000 VASQUEZ FRANK M & IDA LINDA JT
041-491-031-000 HANNA, MAHER
041-491-049-000 URIEGAS JOHN DAVID & DUCKWORTH GREGORY SCOTT TAYLO
041-503-003-000 PEREZ YVETTE & ROXANNE V
041-503-004-000 PEREZ YVETTE & ROXANNE V
041-541-022-000 MOLL, CHRISTINE E.
041-552-016-000 JAKAHI JEAN C TR
041-561-007-000 URRUTIA JOSE DOMINGO & URRUTIA JOSHUA N
041-562-002-000 CAMPBELL JAMES M & SONJA E JT
041-562-006-000 ROMERO, ROBERTO S. & # ROMERO, MARIA A. JT.
041-562-042-000 DUNN, GORDON
041-562-043-000 DUNN, GORDON
041-581-001-000 RENNIE, STEVE & # HASTINGS, MIKE
041-603-002-000 VAUGHAN PAMELA A
041-603-011-000 FASHBAUGH GENE P & APRIL
041-621-031-000 AFURONG MARIAN B TR
041-622-005-000 PAUL MITCHELL JAMES & HEATHER MARIE JT
041-644-002-000 AUERSWALD AMELIA
041-644-028-000 LIBERTI, UGO J. SR. 2,467.60 041-652-017-000 HERITAGE ASSET DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LLC 614.40
041-662-014-000 USLANGHI DON JR 2,467.60 041-662-015-000 USLANGHI DON JR
041-701-002-000 KIM, LYNN HWASUK
041-701-007-000 TOLBERT, RICKY & # MENDOZA, JULIO JT. 2,467.60
I certify (or declare), under penalty of perjury, that the foregoing is true and correct.
/s/ MaceyVonRader Modoc County Tax Collector Executed at Alturas, Modoc County on May 13, 2026. Published in the Modoc County Record on May 21, 28 & June 4, 2026.
OFFICE OF EDUCATION
2026/2027 Budget
Overview for Parents, LCAP Local Control & Accountability Plan, 2026/2027 Budget
The Public Hearing on the 2026/2027 Budget Overview for Parents, the LCAP (Local Control and Accountability Plan), and the 2026/2027 Budget will be held in the Meeting Room at the Modoc County Office of Education on Tuesday – May 26, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
A copy of the proposed budget may be inspected by the public at the Modoc County Office of Education from May 20th - May 22nd between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
/s/ Mike Martin County Superintendent of Schools
Modoc County Office of Education
Published in the Modoc County Record on May 21, 2026.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
File No. 2026-038
Exp: May 06, 2031
Original
The following person is doing business as: Highway
299 Realty, 1302 N East St, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: (530) 569-0108.
Registered Owner: (1) Don Yeo, 1302 N East St, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: (530) 569-0108. (2) Victor Olibitan, 1302 N East St, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: (530) 569-0108.
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 May 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/ Cindee Colins, Secretary
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on May 07, 2026
Published in the Modoc County Record on May 21, 28 and June 4 and 11, 2026.
Notice of Surplus Vehicle Sale
The Modoc Transportation Agency/Sage Stage Bus
(MTA) will hold a sealed bid sale on the vehicle listed below. The vehicle is sold as is/where is with no guarantees or warrantees. MTA makes no warranty, expressed or implied, as to quantity, weight, size, or condition of vehicle. Sealed bids must be accompanied with a 10% deposit and are due by Thursday, June 4, 2026, by 1:00 p.m. Bid forms and relative information are available at Sage Stage/ MTA Offices at 108 S. Main St., Alturas, CA 96101. MTA reserves the right to reject any or all bids received. Terms of sale: Full payment in cash only within 7 days of notification of acceptance of bid.
2015 Chevy 4500 Glaval Titan II
VIN#
1GB6G5BLXE1199381
Mileage 192,072
Wheelchair Lift, Capacity 14 ambulatory or 12+ 2 W/C passengers
Minimum Bid: $1000.00 Vehicle may be inspected during normal business hours by appointment.
M-F 8:00 am - 2:00 pm. Vehicle will not have current registration; buyer is Continue on page 17
responsible for title transfer. For more information, call Debbie Pedersen at (530) 2336410 or email dpedersen@ modoctransportation.com
s/Debbie Pedersen
Executive Director
Published in the Modoc County Record on May 14 and 21, 2026.
Foreclosure AuctionPersonal PropertyLive/Onsite - No Online
Bidding
Location: 471-250 Single Tree Lane
Susanville, CA 96130
Date: May 30, 2026
Time: 10:00AM start
Preview: Day of auction, beginning at 9:00 AM
Cash only, no checks or credit cards
Very brief sample of items on offer:
Steel storage containers - 2 - very nice
Antiques - clocks, phonograph players, numerous items fuel tanks and stands mechanics and shop items shelving pellet stove - new air compressors welding items garden/yard tools - yard art wheelchair rampaluminum - nice bar-b-ques - 2 - very nice
Many, many items to numerous to list - something for everyone
No guarantees, no warranties - everything sold “as is, where is”
Published in the Modoc County Record on May 14 and 21, 2026.
SUMMONS
(CITACIÓN JUDICIAL)
NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDO): Armandina Beltran YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE):
Alice Karen McKee
NOTICE] You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information (below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp),
your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attomey, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center |(www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived foes and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court ‘s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Les la información a continuación.
Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted puede usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dè un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá (quitar su sucido, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llamó a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, pueda llamar a un servicio de Įremisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos
para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar osios grupos sin fines de lucro en el silio web de California Legal Services, |(www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www. sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ò más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que (pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.
The name and address of the court is:
(El nombre y dirección de la corte es):
Modoc superior Court 205 S East Street Alturas, CA 96101
Case Number: CU-26-007
The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el numero de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es):
Stephen King, 178146, Law Office of Stephen King, 216 S Main St, Alturas, CA 96101. 530-233-4444
DATE: Jan 27, 2026
Clerk, by (Secretario) /s./ Brandy Malcolm (feche) Deputy (Adjunto) /s./ Tamitha Justus
(For proof of service of this summons, use Proof of Service of Summons (form POS-010).) (Para prueba de entrega de esta citación use el formulario Proof of Service of Summons, (POS-010)).
Published in the Modoc County Record on May 07, 14, 21 and 28, 2026.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
File No. 2026-037
Exp: April 29, 2031
Original
The following person is doing business as: Mountain Valley Adventures Guided Tours, 451 Garfield St, Cedarville, CA 96104. Phone: (775) 722-8934.
Registered Owner: (1) Timothy Elam, PO BOX 164, Cedarville, CA 96104. Phone: (775) 772-8934.
This business is conducted by: An Individual
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on April 30, 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/ Timothy Elam, Owner
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on April 30, 2026
Published in the Modoc County Record on May 07, 14, 21 and 28, 2026.
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
FILE NUMBER: 2024-072
The fictitious business name was filed in Modoc County on September 26, 2024. The person(s) have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s):
Name of Business (es): Nutberry Farms, 609 N Court Street, Alturas, CA 96101. County: Modoc. REGISTERED OWNERS:
(1) Amber McCandless, 609 N Court Street, Alturas, CA 96101.
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/ Amber McCandless, 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 29, 2026.
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. Filed by: /s/ Julie Irkhe, Deputy Clerk. Published in the Modoc County Record on April 30, May 07, 14 and 21, 2026.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
File No. 2026-035
Exp: April 23, 2031
Original
The following person is doing business as: Trailside Inn, 343 N Main St, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: (530) 2334111.
Registered Owner: (1) Jatinkumar B Patel, 343 N Main St, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: (714) 686-1770. 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 24, 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/ Jatinkumar Patel, Owner
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on April 24, 2026.
Published in the Modoc County Record on April 30 and May 07, 14 and 21, 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.
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COUNTY OF MODOC, TAX COLLECTOR UNCLAIMED TREASURER-TAX COLLECTOR REFUNDS AND ESTATE TRUST FUND DEPOSITS
In accordance with sections 50050 through 50053 and 50055 of the Government Codes, State of California, the Treasurer/Tax Collector of the County of Modoc herby states that the following unclaimed refunds and unclaimed estates have been on deposit for at least three years prior to May 1, 2026 and are being held in the Tax Collector’s Trust Fund, respectively.
If no verified claim is filed with the County of Modoc Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office, 204 S. Court Street, Room 101, Alturas, CA 96101, on or before June 29, 2026, the date being forty-five (45) days after the first date of this publication on May 14, 2026, said funds will be transferred to the General Fund of the County of Modoc. Claim forms are available at https://www.co.modoc.ca.us/departments/ tax_collector/index.php or from the Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office.
In Sufficient Tax Payment Trust
Name Parcel Amount
Lloyd & Dorothy Mitchell
Rose/Rosa Jelmer
Marlene Steiger
Joe Gingerelli
Norman Guy and Victoria Gates
RYCO Consulting LLC
Xai Vang
Tax Fund – Treasurer Name
Jose Luis Resendiz
Dorothy Mitchell
Lloyd & Dorothy Mitchell
Ralph & Judith Wyatt
Linder Carrier
Berbina Stitt Scavotto
Yvonne Cobbs
Penny Marsh
Dennis & Jana Dunlea
Lance Burge Linker
Donald & Grace Martin
Alice Ross
003-032-012
$78.58
041-521-021 $131.85
036-262-035 $127.35
013-151-012 $81.98
037-311-026 $155.65
018-070-030 $297.67
021-290-020 $323.15
017-420-007 $202.41
003-032-012 $16.44
003-172-020 $122.16
013-181-001 $96.94
025-220-022 $15.87
017-200-044 $51.65
035-131-003 $17.00
013-127-007 $18.00
005-080-026 $330.00
033-080-002 $16.30
035-034-021 $195.00
003-142-007 $56.00 Supplemental Tax
Name Parcel Amount
William Compton
William Compton
Jesse Freeman
Kristin Christiansen
Kou Chue
Kou Chue
Susan Nyitrai
Jorge Lopez
Alice Aceves
Jahan Anthony
Sophia Carter
Edith Matson
Lisa Frainee
Curry Gauthier
Jared Glennon
Jared Glennon
Jared Glennon
Eduviges Gonzales
Maria Gonzalez
Stacy & June Hill
Stacy & June Hill
Stacy & June Hill
Jose Islas
Scott Johnson and Anna Davies
Scott Johnson and Anna Davies
Scott Johnson and Anna Davies
Scott Johnson and Anna Davies
Joe Jones
Sarah Ketler
Kim Chong-Soung
Kuefler Puttachard
Lot of Land LLC
David & Laura Lytle
Michael Maggio and Tracy McKenzie
Christina O’Connor
Roger Reddy
David & Jennifer Richardson
James Scalla
David Ungacta
990-003-819 $78.76
991-003-819 334.46
991-003-666 $48.26
990-004-260 $20.30
990-003-615 $10.50
991-003-615 $48.10
990-004-489 $22.44
991-003-704 $64.56
995-000-357 $18.10
040-171-031 $24.44
036-042-031 $17.10
005-404-061 $97.98
017-600-031 $103.54
900-000-814 $21.20
990-000-543 $27.18
990-001-210 $43.20
990-001-210 $183.86
040-222-101 $31.80
002-073-161 $25.66
991-002-503 $30.70
990-002-501 $65.00
991-002-501 $260.00
039-011-071 $17.28
012-230-171 $10.54
012-230-201 $22.86
012-230-171 $42.42
012-230-201 $92.40
022-390-091 $392.06
990-002-911 $136.14
036-211-221 $20.00
990-003-091 $26.94
037-452-171 $20.28
990-002-846 $31.76
037-021-031 $22.36
991-001-231 $25.40
017-443-081 $62.26
990-003-171 $15.04
005-391-051 $50.00
036-041-021
Lee Berdett 991-006-645
Joshua Meyers and Anna Allen JT 990-006-713
Joshua Meyers and Anna Allen JT 991-006-714
Joshua Meyers and Anna Allen JT 991-006-713 $437.68
Joshua Meyers and Anna Allen JT 990-006-714 $594.26
Rambadt James Maynard 991-006-818 $16.54
Rambadt James Maynard 991-006-817 $16.54
Smile4U, INC 991-006-958 $17.96
Smile4U, INC 991-006-955 $18.02
Smile4U, INC 991-006-916 $20.42
Vivian Goldbloom 990-006-089 $79.14 US Bank National Association 990-007-636 $50.66 Randy & Susan Veerkamp 991-008-809 $70.00
Andres & Cynthia Zamora-Torres 990-007-265 $191.56
Hernandez Gerardo and Palomera Nunez 990-008-446 $18.82
Hernandez Gerardo and Palomera Nunez 991-008-446 $60.48 Martin Construction 991-008-850 $20.00 Taylor Harris 990-009-290 $203.08 Jobelle & Kaye Montaigne 991-008-222 $12.50
Jobelle & Kaye Montaigne 991-008-223 $12.50
Jobelle & Kaye Montaigne 991-008-224 $12.50 Ashley Johnson
990-009-834 $73.78 We Buy Land Deals, LLC 991-008-488 $15.00 We Buy Land Deals, LLC 991-008-516 $15.00 We Buy Land Deals, LLC 991-008-705 $15.00
Royalty Inc. 860-000-233 $53.90
Nevada Select Royalty Inc. 860-000-254 $242.55
I certify, under penalty of perjury, that the foregoing is true and correct. /s/ Macey VonRader Modoc County Tax Collector Executed
CLASSIFIEDS
Deadline for Classified Advertising is Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m $10.00
$10.00 for each standard classified ad up to 35 words. PAYABLE IN ADVANCE. Standard ad is first two lines bold. Classifieds also appear on our website • CALL (530) 233-2632 • EMAIL: alisha@modocrecord.com
announcements
announcements
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)
DIANE DOLANPARRISH-WHALEN:
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)
H elp W anted
Help Wanted
Modoc Joint Unified School District has an opening for an Administrative Assistant for the 26/27 school year. Pay range is $26.44 - $32.53 per hour with an excellent benefit package. This is a 190 day per year position. Please apply at Edjoin.org.(May21)
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.
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 position is $51,090$77,288 depending on experience. Full
and retirement benefits and generous vacation time. Possession of BA degree, minimum, in Computer Science, Statistics, Business Administration or related field required, including 2 years experience in program management. Position is responsible for planning, developing, implementing comprehensive data plan; conduct a variety of analytical activities; ensure continuous quality improvement; IT technical assistance; overall quality control and guidance to printed forms and manuals. Head Start and State Preschool experience preferred. Applicant must be visionary, an effective communicator and support a team approach to service delivery. Resumes and transcripts must be received by 5:00pm on 10/31/2025. Send to Gina Wood, 424 N Mill Creek Rd, Quincy, CA 95971. (9Oct/Oct30)
Surprise Valley Joint Unified School District in Cedarville, California, has an opening for the following: Multiple Subject Teacher. Please submit the following: 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 Schedule, DOE. Applications for this position can be found on www.edjoin.org. (26Mar/ May28)
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
470 Lincoln Street, Cedarville, CA., or call 530-279-6141 x 123 or x 122. To apply for this position, please visit www.edjoin.org (2Oct/ Oct9)
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)
TFN)
Modoc Joint Unified School District has an opening for an 8th Grade Boys Basketball Coach. Please apply at Edjoin. org. (2Oct/Oct9)
Modoc Joint Unified School District has openings for a Varsity Boys Basketball Coach and a Junior Varsity Wrestling Coach. Please apply at Edjoin.org. (2Oct/Oct9)
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 916-3232360 or Modoc County DSS at dssadmin@ co.modoc.ca.us / 530233-6501. EOE/ADA/ Drug Free Workplace. (09Apr/TFN)
Why You’ll Love It Here: Pay $20.00 to $30.00/hr – depending on experience. Stateof-the-art equipment & clean workspace. Career growth opportunities. Must have your own tools. Must have basic computer skills. Bring your skills, passion, and drive — we’ll provide the rest. Apply now and let’s get turning those wrenches! (21May/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)
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All bids must be sealed.
The bid must include the total amount along with itemization of the following:
at 916-323-2360 or Modoc County DSS at dssadmin@co.modoc. ca.us / 530-233-6501. EOE/ADA/Drug Free Workplace. . (9OCT/ TFN)
• 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.
Bids may be mailed or hand delivered.
Envelope must be clearly marked “BID: HVAC SYSTEM REPLACEMENT”.
at 916-323-2360 or Modoc County DSS at dssadmin@co.modoc. ca.us / 530-233-6501. EOE/ADA/Drug Free Workplace. (9OCT/ TFN)
Please send sealed bid to:
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES is recruiting for an ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST TRAINEE in Alturas, CA. Salary: $2,977–$3,801/month, plus benefits. View qualifications and apply
Walton’s Auto Care: Are you a mechanical problem-solver who thrives on challenges?
WALTON’S AUTO CARE position opening for a full-time Secretary/Bookkeeper. Responsibilities: Customer invoicing and payment processing. Appointment scheduling. Reconcile bank statements and vendor statements. Bill payment and record keeping. Sales Tax reporting. Qualifications and Education Requirements: Excellent knowledge of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable/ receivable practices. Ability to multi-task,
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES is recruiting for an ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST III in Alturas, CA. Salary: $3,634–$4,638/month,
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• Project timeline: A proposed schedule for project completion, including start and end dates.
• Proof of qualifications: Copies of all relevant licenses, insurance certificates (general liability and workers’ compensation), and contractor references.
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. EOE/ADA/Drug Free Workplace. . (9OCT/ TFN)
• Warranty information: Details on equipment and labor
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:
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES is recruiting for a SOCIAL WORKER III in Alturas, CA. Salary: $4,305–$5,496/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)
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,
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES is recruiting for a SOCIAL WORKER IV in Alturas, CA. Social Worker IV-A: $4,758–$6,072/month. Social Worker IV-B: $5,001–$6,381/month. Both plus benefits. View qualifications and apply online at Merit System For more information, contact CalHR MSS at 916-323-2360 or Modoc County DSS at ca.us / 530-233-6501. EOE/ADA/Drug Free
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF contact CalHR
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF is recruiting for a SOCIAL WORKER in Alturas, CA. Salary: $5,001–$6,381/month, plus benefits. View qualifications and apply online at Merit System
contact CalHR MSS
confidentiality. Excellent customer service/phone skills. Preferred skills: QuickBooks knowledge, accounting, organization, communication skills. Note: This is a fulltime (40 hours/week), nonbenefitted position. Fax: 530233-5554 or email: kwal1007@ yahoo.com – subject line: Secretary/Bookkeeper. Mail: Walton’s Auto Care, 1002 Maple Street, Alturas, CA 96101. (21May/TFN)
Yard sale
Moving Sale: May 23rd and 24th at 1202 Carlos Street from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Antiques, collectibles, household items, lawn mowers, tools, wood lathe, saw, planer, concert piano with accessories, furniture, and a truck. Something for everyone. For details call (530) 708-7593. (May21)
For rent
Room For Rent in CalPines near Alturas. Utilities included. All amenities available. Must have own vehicle. Provide proof of ID. No pets. $300/month. Call (530) 640-8911. (May21)
CELEBRATING 37 YEARS IN REAL ESTATE!
Views, Space and All New for You! This lovely country home with good access off a paved road, has all new paint inside and out.
3 bedroom 1.75 baths, 1898 s.f. On 2 acres with views in all directions. Attached 2 car garage, hot house, garden area, orchard, additional shop/ garage with 2 parking spaces, outside entrance to upstairs suite, can be rented out or primary suite.....Reduced to $356,000.
40 acres in Thoms Creek, views of the Goose Lake Valley and the Warner Mtns., fenced on 3 sides, great privacy for that new home or complete the fence and graze, many uses for this property. Possible owner financing with good down, short term.....$99,500.00.
20 acres in Thoms Creek, sweeping views, good access, build that dream home.....$50,000.00.
Great Business Opportunity, purchase business and a 2 bed, 1 bath home and garage on one acre. Be the hub of a small town, post office, convenience store and grill, liquor licenses. Work and live in a small rural town away from the city, on Hwy 395 N.....reduced.....$199,500.
Hafer Hills acreages with wells and septic systems.
Lot 9, 19.99 ac…$110,000.
Lot 10, 21.21 ac...$115,000. Both lots have good views of the Warner Mtns.
