The Modoc County
Drunk Driver Crashes Truck Into Alturas Home, Arrested for DUI
A drunk driver crashed into a parked truck, and later drove it into a home in a quiet Alturas neighborhood Saturday evening, leaving residents shaken just days before Christmas.
The incident began around 7 p.m. when a local man started his Dodge pickup in his driveway and went inside. Moments later, a loud crash rang out, and witnesses reported seeing the truck destroyed and a man who appeared intoxicated continuing to crash into a home around the corner.
The driver, identified by authorities as Jeffrey Vern Proctor Solomon, 34, of Alturas, allegedly swerved to avoid a Chevrolet Malibu before crashing into a home. Inside the home, 18-year-old and 10-yearold brothers were lying on a couch just feet from where the truck collided with the structure. The boys’ father, Nick Gensel, was attending a Christmas party when he received a call from his eldest son about the crash.
“I couldn’t believe someone could
be so reckless,” Gensel said, adding that his children were lucky to escape unscathed.
Solomon reportedly backed the truck out of the damaged home and drove it three doors down to his own residence, where he parked the vehicle and went inside, pretending nothing had happened, according to witnesses.
Alturas Police Department were the first on scene and the California Highway Patrol responded after them to the scene. Officers followed tire tracks and grass shavings to Solomon’s home. Upon questioning him, they conducted a field sobriety test, which he failed. Solomon’s blood alcohol level registered more than three times the legal limit, according to Nick Gensel though he was unsure of the exact number.
Solomon was arrested on suspicion of DUI and reckless driving. He was booked and later released on a signed promise to appear in court.
The charges filed have drawn criticism from residents, including Gensel, who expressed frustration
that Soloman was not charged with hit-and-run or child endangerment.
“I was shocked that hit-and-run and child endangerment weren’t part of the charges,” Gensel said.
Under California law, child endangerment does not require that a child be physically harmed.
According to the Shouse California Law Group, the law includes “intentionally placing a child under 18 in a situation that threatens their health and safety.”
The incident highlights the potential dangers of drunk driving. While no injuries were reported, residents say the situation could have ended in tragedy.
“Not only can you kill yourself, but you could kill multiple people along the way,” said one eyewitness.
The investigation is ongoing. Officials urge residents to report suspected drunk drivers to law enforcement to prevent similar incidents. Modoc Record has reached out to the Alturas Police Department in hopes of more information but have not been contacted back.
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Looking Back
113 Years Ago – 1912
THE LAKEVIEW Special, a NCO trainload of Alturas folks, packed the train to Lakeview last week when the town turned out with an enthusiastic welcome. The purpose was to cement ties between the two communities now that the distance from Alturas to Lakeview has been reduced to a one-day travel, thanks to the NCO. Mr. Percy and Mr. Winter have announced plans to convert the Modoc Stable, formerly owned by George Armstrong, into an auto machine garage.
108 Years Ago – 1917
MAURICE GLOSTER reports that new speculators have moved into Hayden Hill and are much impressed with the gold mining potentials in that old camp... a fire started in Wood Brothers woodshed last Saturday. But before Alturas firemen could get their equipment thawed enough to fight the blaze, it consumed two other buildings... Despite two feet of snow in Alturas, NCO trains have been arriving on time, which is no small miracle.
83 years ago – 1942
MODOC COUNTY has been ordered to set up a rationing board by the Office of Price Administration. Under Defense
Council head Charles Lederer, the members are Chester Edgerton, Erma Elliott and Paul Robinson. They were told that they would only be allocated nine automobile tires for the entire county during the month of January... An emergency plan for school students on wat to do during a bombing attack has been introduced into the schools of Modoc by Superintendent Hallie Tierney.
58 years ago – 1967 A STATE FORESTRY station will be built in Alturas on Eighth Street this summer... Howard Riddle of Manteca has been named to head up the newly created Modoc-Tulelake unified School District... The seed potato business has been touted as the greatest single industrial potential for Surprise Valley this year.
53 years ago – 1972
MODOC HIGH School will have a new $9000,000 gym. Voters in the district approved the measure by a tree-to-one margin and construction is figured to begin this summer. Only Davis Creek and Canby opposed the bond issue... A weekly talk show is being aired on radio KCNO by announcer Dick Goring.
Lassen Rural Bus Offers
Free Safe Ride Home on New Year’s Eve
Susanville, CA – In celebration of its 40th anniversary, Lassen Rural Bus (LRB) is continuing its tradition of providing free transportation to ensure a safe New Year’s Eve for the Susanville community.
The free service will begin at 8 PM on December 31, 2024, and run until 2:30 AM on January 1, 2025. LRB will transport residents from their homes to their chosen destinations within the greater Susanville area, including Johnstonville and Richmond Road, and back home again – all at no cost.
To schedule a trip, residents can
call 530-252-RIDE. Lassen Rural Bus emphasizes the importance of leaving your car at home and taking advantage of this service to avoid drinking and driving.
Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel, a proud supporter of this initiative, joins LRB in urging everyone to stay safe while enjoying the New Year’s festivities. Together, they are dedicated to making the holiday a joyful and accident-free celebration.
Let Lassen Rural Bus get you to where you need to be – for free
Letters to the editor
Dear Editor,
On December 9, 2024, my husky went missing. After regular searching, on December 20, eleven days later, my two other dogs led me off-road to the lifeless body of my husky. He had been shot in the neck and dragged to that location, well off the road, his collar pulled toward the front of his face as if it was used like a carry handle. The location was on unmarked, rugged, forested land in a rural, residential neighborhood where there is no freely roaming livestock. Acknowledging the possibility that my dog harassed an innocent hiker, then there is no story. But there merits another possibility that, if true, carries a substantial significance for the community.
Before I continue, I will mention that the Modoc County Sheriff’s Department has indicated that it is unlikely they will identify the person who killed my dog, and the killer has not stepped forward.
In the interest of providing context for the environment I have created for my dogs, my pitbull, Emi-Lu, was awarded the American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen title after passing the title exam with dog trainer Roxanne Scolari-Wright. My pitbull-lab Zeus was enrolled with former Sacramento police dog trainer Kymberly Wadsworth for nine weeks of obedience training. Gabe the Husky, the youngest of the three, was in good company.
Of my neighbors who met Gabe the Husky, four separate neighbors met my loose husky and were pleased with him. There is a trend: my husky got loose four times and was being social with neighbors’ dogs. Bad dog owner! But that was also four times that my dog brought me a little closer to the neighbors by virtue of being a friendly dog.
Dear reader, can you accept the possibility that my dog was not an aggressor on the day he was shot and killed, that he was probably being social and someone decided to kill him? That was the day Gabe the Husky identified a person who would be willing to misuse their right to own a firearm. As such, the dog provided a service to the community. If he was wrongly shot, then the unidentified criminal should lose their right to own a firearm, and because they are willing to commit such a crime once, they will probably do it again.
Thank you.
Matthew Bascom
Remembering Aimee
Dear Editor:
We want to thank the community for all the support and gratitude they have shown for our daughter Aimee after her passing. This year the Block M Tournament was dedicated in her name by the Alturas Rotary and Modoc High School. There was a lot of work done in putting on such a great presentation. This will be remembered by us forever.
Thank you again,
Larry and Diane Boulade Alturas
Modoc Record will be closed on January 1st & January 2nd
January 2nd papers are being distributed in stores and mailed December 31st.
The Modoc County
Court Decree No. 6356, Modoc Superior Court July 7, 1958
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Little Junko throwing seed. Photo by Lea Huetteman
Modoc County Sheriffs Office
Bookings
Modoc County Jail
As of Sunday morning, there are 24 people in the Modoc County Jail, 7 females and 17 males. Jail capacity is 43.
12/23/24
CANESTARO-
GARCIA, Tonantzin VM (age 43, Alturas)
Arrested for disorderly conduct/alcohol; booked and released on signed promise to appear APD
GONZALEZ, Arlen
Javier (age 32, Alturas)
Arrested for domestic battery, obstruct/resist arrest, violation of a court order and violation of parole; booked and held on $7,000 bail APD
12/24/24
BOULADE, Larry Michael (age 68, Alturas)
Arrested for DUI; booked and released on signed promise to appear APD
12/25/24
DAVIS, Jordan
Theodore (age 25, Bieber, CA)
Arrested for use/ under the influence of a controlled substance; booked and held on $5,000 bail MCSO
CARROLL, Tawnia
Fawn (age 39, Tulelake, CA)
Arrested on a felony warrant for violation of probation; booked and held without bail MCSO
12/27/24
MERKLEY, Carson
Matthew (age 27, Canby, CA)
Arrested for disorderly conduct/alcohol; booked and released on signed promise to appear MCSO
12/28/24
EATON, Kyle Jeffery (age 39, Canby, CA)
Arrested for disorderly conduct/drugs; booked and released on signed promise to appear MCSO Modoc County Sheriffs Office Blotter
Sunday, December 22
6:39 pm Responded to assist Alturas Police with an altercation
9:47 pm Assisted citizen with transport from the hospital to their residence
Monday, December 23
5:34 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Cal Pines area; warning issued
Tuesday, December 24
1:07 pm Assisted citizen with disabled vehicle at Big Sage reservoir
4:23 pm Traffic stop conducted in Alturas; warning issued
6:14 pm Responded to a 911 hangup call in the Ft. Bidwell area
7:03 pm Responded to assist Alturas Police with a verbal altercation
8:39 pm Building security check conducted in the Cal Pines area
Wednesday, December 25
4:43 am Responded to the Lookout area for report of dogs attacking multiple victims; false report; arrest made 12:30 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Newell area; arrest made 2:55 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Cal Pines area; warning issued
3:31 pm Traffic stop conducted in Alturas; warning issued
4:41 pm Traffic stop conducted in Alturas; warning issued
4:56 pm Traffic stop conducted in Alturas; warning issued
5:12 pm Traffic stop conducted in Alturas; warning issued
5:26 pm Traffic stop conducted in Alturas; warning issued
6:48 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Newell area; warning issued
7:24 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Tulelake area; warning issued
7:44 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Alturas rural area; warning issued
7:51 pm Responded to report of a traffic collision in Alturas
8:16 pm Responded to the Daphnedale area for report of a domestic altercation
8:33 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Newell area; warning issued 11:01 pm Responded to assist Alturas Police with report of an altercation
Thursday, December 26
5:26 am Responded to the Cal Pines area for report of an altercation
11:10 am Responded to the Cedarville area for report of a deceased person 12:02 pm Responded
to the Alturas rural area for report of a deceased person; Coroner report
12:52 pm Responded to assist EMS with medical call in the Alturas rural area
3:54 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Newell area; warning issued 9:12 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Newell area; warning issued 9:19 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Alturas rural area; vehicle towed 10:44 pm Responded to the Alturas rural area for report of a subject in crisis
Friday, December 27
7:09 am Responded to report of a burglary in the Cedarville area; report taken
10:14 am Traffic stop conducted in the Alturas rural area; warning issued
3:47 pm Responded to report of a dog at large in the Newell area
9:06 pm Responded to the Cal Pines area for a report of a subject causing a disturbance; arrest made.
10:32 pm Responded to the Alturas rural area for report of an altercation
Saturday, December 28
1:02 pm Responded to the Canby area for report of an altercation; arrest made
4:50 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Newell area; warning issued 6:40 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Alturas rural area; warning issued 6:56 pm Traffic stop conducted in the Alturas rural area; warning issued
7:12 pm Traffic stop conducted in Alturas; warning issued
7:19 pm Responded to the Alturas rural area for report of a missing person; person located 9:10 pm Responded to assist Alturas Police with report of a reckless driver
9:16 pm Traffic stop conducted in Alturas city area; warning issued
DA’s Legal Lowdown
Due to a shortened calendar for the holiday season, there is no Legal Lowdown for this week. However, the District Attorney’s Office would like to wish Modoc County residents the happiest and safest of New Years.
City of Alturas Public Works Department Issues Announcement
The City of Alturas Public Works Department recently issued a public service announcement urging water and sewer customers to flush only toilet paper. They emphasized avoiding flushing any other products, including those marketed as “flushable,” to help maintain the integrity of the sewer system.
Photo by Lea Huetteman
January to Mark Human Trafficking Prevention and Stalking Awareness Months
While Human Trafficking is an issue not often thought about by those in rural areas such as Modoc County, it happens to be a significant issue worldwide that can occur anywhere and for many reasons. Significant risk factors include recent migration or relocation, substance use, mental health concerns, involvement with the child welfare system, and being a runaway or homeless youth. Often, traffickers identify and leverage their
victims’ vulnerabilities to create dependency.
Perpetrators of human trafficking span all racial, ethnic, and gender demographics and are as diverse as survivors. Some use their privilege, wealth, and power as a means of control while others experience the same socioeconomic oppression as their victims. They include individuals, business owners, members of a gang or network, parents or family members of victims, intimate partners, owners
of farms or restaurants, and even powerful corporate executives and government representatives. Traffickers employ a variety of control tactics. The most common include physical and emotional abuse and threats, isolation from friends and family, and economic abuse. They make promises to address their target’s needs to impose control. As a result, victims become trapped and fear leaving for myriad reasons,
including psychological trauma, shame, emotional attachment, or physical threats to themselves or their families.
With the prosecution of human traffickers doubling over the past ten years, this issue unfortunately is growing rather than declining. Additionally, recent lawsuits and criminal charges against big-name celebrities, prove that there are no boundaries to who can be involved in the human trafficking trade.
Stalking has many forms including unwanted phone calls, texts, emails, or messages, being followed or watched, sending gifts, cards, or letters, and more.
We provide support and opportunities for people to attain safety and well -being in our community.
vide support and opportunities for people to attain safety and well-being in our community.
Modoc County Department of Social Services (MCDSS) has the following employment opportunities available:
ty Department of Social Ser vices (MCDSS) has the following employment opportunities available:
• Employment and Training Worker Series
Eligibility Specialist Series
▪ Employment & Training Worker I: $3,288.00 - $5,101.00 per month
▪ Employment & Training Worker II: $3,456.00 - $5,362.00 per month
• Social Worker Series
▪ Social Service Aide: $3,356.00 - $5,205.00 per month
▪ Social Worker I: $3,706.00 - $5,749.00 per month
▪ Social Worker II: $3,896.00 - $6,044.00 per month
▪ Social Worker III: $4,305.00 - $6,680.00 per month
▪ Social Worker IV (A): $4,758.00 - $7,380.00 per month
▪ Social Worker IV (B): $5,001.00 - $7,756.00 per month
▪ Social Worker Supervisor I: $5,001.00 - $7,756.00 per month
▪ Social Worker Supervisor II: $5,525.00 - $8,573.00 per month
Working for MCDSS in one of these positions will provide you with a source of income that is both dependable and predictable. In addition, you will also earn benefits like:
• CalPERS Retirement Plan
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
In addition to Human Trafficking, another major issue recognized in January is stalking. While legal definitions of stalking vary between jurisdictions, a good working definition of stalking is a pattern of behavior directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to fear for their safety or the safety of others or suffer substantial emotional distress. With one in three women and one in six men being victims of stalking in some form, this issue more than likely impacts someone you know personally.
Forty-two percent of stalkers are acquaintances, forty percent are current or former intimate partners, nineteen percent are strangers, eight percent are brief encounters or family members, and four percent are persons of authority. Furthermore, seventy-two percent of stalking victims were threatened with physical harm with eighty-four percent feeling fearful, threatened, or concerned for their safety.
Stalking victims suffer much higher rates of depression, anxiety, insomnia, and social dysfunction than people in the general population. One in eight employed stalking victims lose time from work because of their victimization and more than half lose 5 days of work or more, while one in seven victims relocate because of stalking. Individuals can show their support for both causes during January by wearing yellow to recognize Stalking Awareness and blue to recognize Human Trafficking Prevention. Additionally, specific recognition days are Jan. 11 for Human Trafficking and Jan. 18 for Stalking. If you or someone you know is a victim of stalking or human trafficking, you are encouraged to notify your local law enforcement agency immediately.
• Paid Vacation Days • Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave • Paid Family Sick Leave
MCDSS in one of these positions will provide you with a source of income that is both dependable able. In addition, you will also earn benefits like:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
acation Days
Holidays
Sick Leave
As an employee of MCDSS, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable job skills and experience that will make you a competitive candidate for future employment opportunities within MCDSS. Best of all, you get to earn a living helping people!
amily Sick Leave
View the
CalPERS Retirement Plan
For more information contact:
and apply
ee of MCDSS, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable job xperience that will ompetitive candidate for future employment opportunities within of all, you get to helping people!
For more information or to apply visi
Senior Corner
T.E.A.C.H., Inc.
Senior Services
906 W. 4th Street, Alturas (530) 233-5556
CENTER OPEN
Open from 9:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday.
Closed on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Services are for Seniors 60 years or older.
Please call a day in advance for lunch reservations.
LUNCH SERVICES:
Salad Bar is served at 11:30 a.m.
Lunch is served at 12:00 p.m.
Meals on Wheels Homebound Senior Meals will continue to be delivered. Please call for mor information.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES:
Bus services for Seniors are available through Sage Stage. You can utilize this service by obtaining a no-cost voucher from the T.E.A.C.H., Inc. Senior Services office.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
Fridays: 1/3, 1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/31–
BINGO: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the VFW Hall.
Café 906 Cafeteria is OPEN.
T.E.A.C.H., Inc. Senior Service Office is located in the Senior Center at 906 West 4th Street. The T.E.A.C.H., Inc. office is located at 112 East 2nd Street in Alturas.
Access Social Security
The Social Security Administration is no longer coming to Alturas. All Social Security Services have been transferred to the Susanville office. The representatives will no longer be traveling to Modoc County. Please see some additional information for the public on how to obtain services related to social security.
You can contact them using their website, HYPERLINK “http://www. socialsecurity.gov” www.socialsecurity. gov, or call toll-free at 1-800-722-1213. The nearest offices are located at 1960 S. Oregon Street, Yreka, CA 96097
- Phone: 1-888-366-6145 and 2603 Riverside Drive, Susanville, CA 96130
- Phone: 1-800-772-1213.
HICAP services help seniors
Become a Volunteer with HICAP PSA 2 Medicare Counseling & Advocacy Program helping the Senior population. With our training program you will become a registered Counselor with the State of California Department of
Aging. We need dedicated individuals in Modoc County Call our Redding location for an application at 530-223-0999.
HICAP, (Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program) provides unbiased services to help seniors decide what is best for their individual needs. All services are provided at no charge. Let HICAP agency help you understand Medicare, compare private Medicare Supplemental Plans, explore long-term care insurance options, assist you in enrolling in Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program, learn about saving money on your prescriptions, clarify your rights as a healthcare consumer, prepare Medicare appeals or challenge claim denials and learn about government assistance programs. The PSA Area Agency on Aging provides this service with trained volunteer counselors who are registered by the California Dept. of Aging. HICAP is not affiliated with any insurance company or agency; nor does it sell, endorse or recommend any specific insurance. For help with Medicare questions, call (530) 2230999 or 1-800-434-0222 to locate the nearest office. CENTER OPEN; Suggested Donations:
Seniors Regular Meal- $4.00 - Nonseniors- $8.00
Seniors Salad Bar - $3.00 - Nonseniors- $5.00
Seniors Special Meal - $6.00 - Nonseniors- $9.00 THIS WEEK’S MENU:
Thursday: Jan. 2 – Ham sandwich, Minestrone Soup, whole wheat bread, salad, banana and milk.
Friday: Jan. 3 - Closed.
Monday: Jan. 6 – Closed.
Tuesday: Jan. 7 – Pork chop with gravy, noodles, peas, salad, chocolate pudding and milk.
Wednesday: Jan. 8 – Closed.
Thursday: Jan. 9 – Chicken salad sandwich on whole wheat bread, creamy broccoli soup with whole wheat crackers, salad, applesauce and milk.
Friday: Jan. 10 - Closed.
Thank you for your support!
*Menus are subject to change without prior notice.
California E-Bike Incentive Project
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has launched the California E-Bike Incentive Project, providing up to $2,000 in incentives to support the purchase of new electric bicycles for eligible residents. The program, funded by CARB, aims to reduce air pollution, promote cleaner transportation options, and improve public health across the state.
The project offers point-of-sale vouchers for qualifying Californians to purchase new electric bicycles, or e-bikes, which are growing in popularity as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional transportation.
To qualify, applicants must be California residents aged 18 or older and meet specific income requirements. Priority is given to individuals within lower-income brackets or those living in disadvantaged or lowincome communities. Each approved individual is eligible for one incentive.
“This initiative helps make clean transportation accessible for more Californians while advancing our state’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions,” said CARB Chair Liane
Randolph. “E-bikes offer a practical, affordable, and environmentally friendly way to travel.”
Interested individuals must submit an online application, including residency and income verification. Applications will be processed on a firstcome, first-served basis.
Approval is required before purchasing an e-bike to receive the incentive.
Once approved, participants can redeem their voucher at approved retailers, including both physical stores and online vendors.
The program requires that purchased e-bikes meet specific safety and quality standards. Eligible e-bikes must:
• Be classified as Class 1, 2, or 3 e-bikes with a motor of 750 watts or less.
• Feature operable pedals and batteryintegrated front lights.
• Comply with UL or EN safety standards.
• Include a one-year manufacturer warranty and be fully assembled upon purchase.
Approved purchases must be made through CARB-approved retailers.
CARB is encouraging Californians to take advantage of the program while funds last. Full
details about eligibility, the application process, and approved e-bike models can be found on the California E-Bike Incentive Project’s website.
The initiative is part of CARB’s broader mission to improve public health and reduce air pollution while fostering equity by prioritizing disadvantaged communities.
For more information, visit the California E-Bike Incentive Project website or contact CARB directly.
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LEARNING STARTS EARLY! WHAT’S YOUR PLAN?
Dear Parents and Caregivers, Universal PreKindergarten (UPK) is expanding across California and in our local communities. This expansion continues to bring more childcare and early education options for your child and family!
We invite you to start planning for your child’s future and learn about the opportunities available to your child. Universal PreKindergarten (UPK) offers flexible, high-quality early learning choices for your 3- and 4-year-olds that meet your families’ childcare needs. All families in California–regardless of immigration & income status–are eligible to participate.
To learn more about options in your community or to connect to early education resources connect with us by calling 530-233-7122.
STEPS TO LEARN MORE
If you are interested in Head Start, State or Private Preschool Programs Contact Resource and Referral(R&R) by calling 530-233-3111 or visit mychildcareplan.org and completing the “Get Started” questionnaire. Use the information provided after completing the form to contact your R&R about child care options.
If you are interested in Transitional Kindergarten (TK)
Find out when your child can start TK by visiting https://cauniversalprek.org/families/ and enter your child’s birthdate below to learn when your child can start TK.
Find information on the TK programs for your school district; call your school district on the phone or learn more on their website.
Once you find the website of your school district, look for information for Transitional Kindergarten (TK) or call your district and ask for information about TK.
If you would like to sign your child up for TK, you can go to your school district office or find the “Enrollment”
California Adds Three New State Symbols:
Dungeness Crab, Banana Slug, Black Abalone Shell
Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed legislation establishing three new state symbols: the Dungeness crab as the official state crustacean, the banana slug as the state slug, and the black abalone shell as the state seashell.
The new designations highlight California’s biodiversity and cultural heritage
Banana Slug
Assembly Bill 1850, introduced by Assemblymember Gail Pellerin (D-Santa Cruz), designates the banana slug (Ariolimax) as the state’s official slug. The banana slug, known for its ecological role in redwood forests, is also celebrated as the mascot of UC Santa Cruz. Dungeness Crab
Assembly Bill 1797, authored by Assemblymember Jim Wood (D-Healdsburg), names the Dungeness crab (Metacarcinus magister) as the official state crustacean. The species has been a cornerstone of California’s coastal economy and commercial fishing industry since 1895. Related to this crab are several other species that are caught by commercial and recreational fishermen in southern California and northern California. South of Monterey Bay, the Dungeness crab decreases rapidly in abundance.
Modoc Record will be closed on January 1st & January 2nd January 2nd papers are being distributed in stores and mailed December 31st.
Assembly Bill 2504, proposed by Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach), recognizes the shell of the black abalone (Haliotis cracherodii) as the state seashell. The species has cultural significance to Native American tribes and is considered endangered due to environmental threats.
“California is home to some of the most biodiverse environments in the world,” Newsom said in a statement. “These symbols celebrate the incredible ecosystems and history of our state, from the coast to the forest floor.”
Black Abalone Shell
Modoc Wrestling Attends the Grants Pass Winter
Kickoff Tournament on December 13th & 14th.
Varsity Boys: Miles Murray: 6th113lbs
Lewis Crumwell: 5th165lbs
Varsity Girls: Eliza Pena: 4th - 130lbs
On December 27th, three Modoc High Wrestlers competed in the Sierra Nevada wrestling tournament in Reno, NV. There were 96 schools present. Owen Romesha, Eliza Pena, and Lewis Crumwell all walked away with victories. Eliza and Lewis made it to the second day of the tournament. Lewis Crumwell placed 6th after two tough days of competition. A special thanks goes to Modoc High staff and parents for collaborating together to make attendance for this tournament possible over the holidays. The next tournament is in Anderson, January 3rd & 4th.
2024-25 Wrestling schedule
Modoc High School Sports
*January 14 @ Fall River* 4:00/5:30/7:00/8:30
*January 18 Trinity* 1:00/2:30/4:00/5:30
*January 21 Weed* 4:00/5:30/7:00/8:30
*January 24 @ Etna* 4:00/5:30/7:00/8:30
*January 28 Mt. Shasta* 4:00/5:30/7:00/8:30
*January 31 @ Trinity* 4:00/5:30/7:00/8:30
*February 4 @ Weed* 4:00/5:30/7:00/8:30
*February 7 Etna* 4:00/5:30/7:00/8:30
*February 11 @ Mt. Shasta* 4:00/5:30/7:00/8:30
*February 14 Fall River* (Senior Night) 4:00/5:30/7:00/8:30
PLAYOFFS: 2/19,21, 26 Section Championship: 3/1 State Playoffs: 3/4 State Championship 3/14
*League contests
* Schedules subject to change * Last Updated 11/20/2024
Back row left to right Easton Knight, Steel McCulley, Ashton Lauppe, Elvin Wilson, Josh Minto, Tyler Guasp, Coach Jeff Gouveia. Front row Rylan Hughes, Irvin Salazar, Thomas Dolan, Trustin Thomas
Photo Credit: Alex Moreo, Head Coach
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
File No. 2024-086
Exp: December 18, 2029
Original
The following person is doing business as: Divine Designs Humble Home, 507 S. Main Street, Cedarville, CA 96104. Mailing address: PO Box85, Cedarville, CA 96104. Phone: 909-636-4495.
Registered Owner: (1) Michelle Anne Bartolo , PO Box 85, Cedarville, CA 96104. Phone: 909-636-4495. This business is conducted by: An Individual.
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on December 19, 2024
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/ Michelle Bartolo , Owner
This statement was filed with the C ounty Clerk of Modoc County on December 19, 2024
Published in the Modoc County Record on December 26, 2024, January 2, 9 and 16, 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
File No. 2024-087
Exp: December 19, 2029
Original
The following person is doing business as: Nana’s Little Book Nook , 135 N. Main Street, Alturas, CA 96101. Mailing address: PO Box 157, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: 530233-0629.
Registered Owner: (1) Nancy J. Richardson , PO Box 157, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: 530233-0629. This business is conducted by: An Individual.
The registrant commenced to transact business under the
fictitious business name or names listed above on December 20, 2024. 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/ Nancy J. Richardson, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Modoc County on December 20, 2024. Published in the Modoc County Record on December 26, 2024, January 2, 9 and 16, 2025.
Legal Notice Accepting Bids
The Southern Cascades Community Services District invites bids for the sale of one 2012 Ford E150 van The vehicle will be sold “As Is” with a minimum bid of $5,500.00. Bids must be received by 6:00 pm January 20, 2024. Bids must be mailed to Southern Cascades CSD Attn: Board of Directors P.O. Box 239 Adin, CA 96006. Bids must include bidder name, address, phone number, and bid amount. Details may be obtained from https:// www.southerncascades. org/ or by calling 530299-3110. The District reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid and the right to reject any or all bids. Published in the Modoc County Record on December 26, 2024 and January 2, 2025.
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Pamela Joyce Crawford CASE NUMBER: PR-24-067
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Pamela Joyce Crawford. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Nina Salerno,
Thursday January 2nd
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Public Administrator in the Superior Court of California, County of: Modoc.
The Petition for Probate requests that: Nina Salerno, Public Administrator be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 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: February 7, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., Dept. 1.
Address of court: Superior Court of California, County of Modoc, 205 South East Street, Alturas, CA 96101. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.
If you are a creditor or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of the first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as
defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.
Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.
You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets and of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.
Petitioner: Nina Salerno, Public Administrator SBN: 160749 204 S. Court Street, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: 530-2336212.
Filed with the Modoc County Superior Court on December 20, 2024.
Published in the Modoc County Record on January 2, 9 and 16, 2025.
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER
ESTATE OF:
James Everett Kinney Case Number: PR-24-064
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: James Everett Kinney. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Amanda Hullinger in the Superior Court of California, County of: Modoc. The Petition for Probate requests that: Amanda Hullinger be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of
the decedent.
• The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.
• 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: February 7, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Dept. 1. Address of court: Superior Court of California, County of Modoc, 205 South East Street, Alturas, CA 96101.
If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of the first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2)
gatherings
Come to the Bookworm attached to the Alturas Library at 212 W. 3rd St. with Books, DVDs, music and book CDs priced at $2 or less. Other great bargains available. Open M, T, Th, F noon-4 pm.
Modoc Feline Humane Society is now on Facebook!
We are primarily focused on working towards getting the un-owned free-roaming community cat overpopulation in Modoc County under control. As an all-volunteer nonprofit organization operating on a shoestring, we are dependent on donations in order to continue to be of service. For more information about how we can help you and our suggested donations, visit www.catstats.org/Modoc. Contact us at modocspayandneuter@gmail.com or 760 898-4373. Together we can do this!
Saturday January 4th
Cedarville Jam
Come join us for an afternoon of music at Surprise Valley Community Church in Cedarville every 3rd Saturday from 2-4 pm. Bring your voice, instrument & a friend. Upright piano available. See you there!
Sunday January 5th
Berean Calvary Church Sunday Services
Sunday School for adults and children is provided at 10 AM. Our adult Sunday School lesson is on
Repentance. At 11 AM, our Sunday service starts and the sermon title is “Master the Mustard.” Sunday night service begins at 5 PM and the sermon title is “Should I Be A Mason?”
VFW Auxiliary # 3327 Bingo
Bingo: Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, at the VFW building in Alturas. Doors open at 11 a.m. Pot- luck lunch at noon (bring your favorite dish to share). Bingo starts at 1 p.m. Buy-in: First Packet $15 each. Each additional packet will be $5. Specials: Three sheets for $2; Blackout one sheet for $1. The more people, the bigger the payouts $$ Blackout Guaranteed $200. Must be 18 years old to play. Thank you for supporting our veterans!
Monday January 6th
Alturas Country Jam
Alturas Country Jam welcomes the public to enjoy the music on Monday evenings from 6:30-9 pm at the Federated Church, 307 E. 1st St. Alturas. Bring your voice, bring your instrument or come to listen. Admission is free. Donations go to the church for supplies. Everyone is welcome.
Tuesday January 7th
Modoc Crazy Quilters
Modoc Crazy Quilters gather every Tuesday at the Federated Church from 9 am-3pm. Come and go as you can, bring a project or just come visit.
Humane Society Thrift Store and Kitty shelter
60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets and of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.
Petitioner: Tom Gifford, Esq., SBN: 135759, 113 W. North Street, Alturas, CA 96101. Phone: 530-2333100. Filed with the Modoc County Superior Court on December 27, 2024. Published in the Modoc County Record on January 2, 9, 16, 2025.
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Office Hours: Monday 9-12., Wednesday 9-12
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Monday, Tuesday 8 am-5 pm Wednesday 8 am- 4 pm, Thursday 8 am- 4 pm Contact chelsea@modocmedia.com for letters to Editor and Obituaries Deadline Classifieds and Legals Tuesday @ 10 am Display ads need to be submitted by 5 pm on Monday
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Visit your local Humane Society Thrift Store and kitty shelter. Lots of beautiful new items for your consideration and of course some of the most beautiful kitties all ready for their new best friend. Open Wednesday to Friday 10-2 and every other Saturday 10-1
Wednesday January 8th
Thursday January 9th
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.
To Come:
Norma Hapgood from Lake City turns 100
Norma Hapgood from Lake City is turning 100 and there is an Open House on January 11 to celebrate. It will be from 1:00-3:00 pm in the VFW Hall in Cedarville.
CLASSIFIEDS
Deadline for Classified Advertising is Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.
a nnouncements
$8.50 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 • Fax (530) 233-5113 • EMAIL: classifieds@modocrecord.com www.co.modoc. ca.us/. For more information contact CalHR Merit System Services at 916323-2360 or Modoc County Department of Social Services at dssadmin@ co.modoc.ca.us or 530-233-6501. EOE/ADA/Drug Free Workplace Employer. (2Jan/ TFN)
DIANE DOLANPARRISHWHALEN: 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 the judge’s decision. Please remit payment to: PO Box 2, Cedarville, CA 96104. (30Nov-TFN)
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES is looking for an EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING WORKER I/II in Alturas, CA. Employment & Training Worker I: $3,288.00 - $5,101.00 a month, plus benefits. Employment & Training Worker II: $3,456.00 - $5,362.00 a month, plus benefits. View additional information, minimum qualification, and apply online at Merit Systems Services https://www. governmentjobs. com/careers/ MSS or https://
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES is looking for a SOCIAL SERVICE AIDE in Alturas, CA.
$3,356.00 - $5,205.00 a month, plus benefits. View minimum qualification and apply online at Merit Systems Services https://www. governmentjobs. com/careers/ MSS or https:// www.co.modoc. ca.us/. For more information contact CalHR Merit System Services at 916323-2360 or Modoc County Department of Social Services at dssadmin@ co.modoc.ca.us or 530-233-6501. EOE/ADA/Drug Free Workplace Employer. (2Jan/ TFN)
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES is looking for a SOCIAL WORKER I/II in Alturas, CA. Social Worker I Salary: $3,706.00 - $4,730.00 a month, plus benefits. Social Worker II Salary: $3,896.00$4,973.00 a month, plus benefits. View the minimum qualification and apply online at Merit Systems Services https://www. governmentjobs. com/careers/ MSS or https:// www.co.modoc. ca.us/. For more information contact CalHR Merit System Services at 916323-2360 or Modoc County Department of Social Services at dssadmin@ co.modoc.ca.us or 530-233-6501. EOE/ADA/Drug Free Workplace Employer. (2Jan/ TFN)
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES is looking for a SOCIAL WORKER III in Alturas, CA. $4,305.00 - $6,680.00 a month, plus
benefits. View the minimum qualification and apply online at Merit Systems Services https://www. governmentjobs. com/careers/ MSS or https:// www.co.modoc. ca.us/. For more information contact CalHR Merit System Services at 916323-2360 or Modoc County Department of Social Services at dssadmin@ co.modoc.ca.us or 530-233-6501. EOE/ADA/Drug Free Workplace Employer. (2Jan/ TFN)
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES is looking for a SOCIAL WORKER IV (A/B) in Alturas, CA. (A) 4,758.00 - $7,380.00 a month, plus benefits. (B) 5,001.00$7,756.00 a month, plus benefits. View the minimum qualification and apply online at Merit Systems Services https://www. governmentjobs. com/careers/ MSS or https:// www.co.modoc. ca.us/. For more information contact CalHR
Merit System Services at 916323-2360 or Modoc County Department of Social Services at dssadmin@ co.modoc.ca.us or 530-233-6501. EOE/ADA/Drug Free Workplace Employer. (2Jan/ TFN)
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES is looking for a SOCIAL WORKER SUPERVISOR I in Alturas, CA. $5,001.00 - $7,756.00 a month, plus benefits. View the minimum qualification and apply online at Merit Systems Services https://www. governmentjobs. com/careers/ MSS or https:// www.co.modoc. ca.us/. For more information contact CalHR Merit System Services at 916323-2360 or Modoc County Department of Social Services at dssadmin@ co.modoc.ca.us or 530-233-6501. EOE/ADA/Drug Free Workplace Employer. (2Jan/ TFN)
MODOC COUNTY DEPARTMENT
OF SOCIAL SERVICES is looking for a SOCIAL WORKER SUPERVISOR II in Alturas, CA. $5,525.00 - $8,573.00 a month, plus benefits. View the minimum qualification and apply online at Merit Systems Services https://www. governmentjobs. com/careers/ MSS or https:// www.co.modoc. ca.us/. For more information contact CalHR Merit System Services at 916323-2360 or Modoc County Department of Social Services at dssadmin@ co.modoc.ca.us or 530-233-6501. EOE/ADA/Drug Free Workplace Employer. (2Jan/TFN)
MODOC COUNTY ASSESSOR
/ Recorder’s OfficePosition Opening: Appraiser I/II/III/ Auditor Appraiser I/II. Salary (Range 252 - 302): $3,839$6,602 per month plus county benefit package. Position performs appraisal work for property tax purposes. For qualification requirements, job description and application form,
contact the Modoc County Assessor/ Recorder’s Office, 204 S. Court St., Room 106, Alturas, CA 96101 or look at the job postings on the Modoc County website. Call with any questions: 530-233-6218. Application deadline: January 3, 2025. Modoc County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (28Nov/Jan2)
Local tax office in need of part-time bookkeeping & admin help. Knowledge of QuickBooks, MS Office Suite a plus, willingness to learn also a plus. Students encouraged to apply. Flexible hours. Pay commensurate with experience. Please send brief letter of introduction and resume to alturasjob@gmail. com (Dec12/TFN)
Join Oregon State University Extension as an Agriculture Educator in Lake County! Do you have a passion for agriculture, natural resources, and community development?
OSU Extension is seeking an innovative and
and
programming for Lake County. Based in Lakeview, Oregon, this fulltime position focuses on delivering noncredit education in range, forage production, livestock, and general agriculture while fostering strong connections with local producers, organizations, and agencies. This is a 12-month, full-time, county-based OSU Extension position. The anticipated starting salary is in the range of $52,249-$65,004, commensurate with education, skills, and experience. To review the posting and apply, go to https://jobs. oregonstate.edu/ postings/162155. Apply to posting # P08672UF. Closing date of January 6, 2025. OSU is an AA/EOE/ Vets/Disabled employer. (19Dec/ Jan2)
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Modoc National Forest
The Modoc National Forest has posted a scoping update for the proposed Hollenbeck Hazardous Fuels Reduction Project, which was initially opened to public scoping input in the August 22, 2024 edition of the Modoc County Record. The update describes changes and refinements to the proposed actions, and offers clarifications to concerns raised in response to our initial request for scoping input.
Please visit the project webpage (address given below) for the posted scoping update, including information about how you can offer information and comments. We request that any additional scoping comments be provided to us within two weeks from the publication of this scoping notice in the Modoc County Record. Project webpage: https://www.fs.usda.gov/ project/?project=66786
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Chimney Rock Travel Center is looking for a Full Time Manager. Applications can be found on the Pitrivertribe.gov website under Tribal Employment where you can download the Kwahn Job application. (2Jan/ Jan16)
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WANT TO BUY: PROPERTY IN Modoc, Lassen, Plumas. Quick Cash. Call Now: (530) 670-0253. (TFN)
ervices
HOUSE CLEANER looking for work. I am a hard, detailed worker. Honest and reliable. References on request. Call 30-708-2458. (02Jan)
HIGHLIGHTS
On 12/7/24, the Alturas Police Officer’s Association held their annual shop with a cop event! Thank you to all those who supported the event through donations or volunteering.
PD, Public Works, and the Fire Department all helped with the winter fest light parade and bonfire which had a great community turnout.
Public works has been busy with repairs at the WWTP and doing some pothole patching as weather permits.
