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RECORD
Vol. 133, No. 34 29
Alturas, California
October 9, 2025 November 13, 2025
Serving Modoc Since 1892 20 24 Pages
UCCE offers water measurement training Alturas Elementary Students Boost Fire Dec. 1 in Davis Safety Skills with CAL FIRE California water-rights Street, Davis, CA 95616. holders are required by state “We are limiting the law to measure and report number of participants for the water they divert from the water measurement surface streams. For people training to 30 people per who wish to take the water session,” said Larry Forero, measurements themselves, UC Cooperative Extension the University of California Livestock and Natural Cooperative Extension is Resources Advisor Emeritus. offering in-person training to “If you need this training, receive certification on Dec. 1 please register soon.” in Davis. Pre-registration is required At the workshop, and the fee is $35. To participants can expect register, visit AB 589 Water to clarify reporting Measurement Training requirements for ranches. Class Information. If you understand what meters have questions, email Larry are appropriate for different Forero at lcforero@ucanr.edu Cal Fire Lassen-Modoc Unit-Facebook situations. learn how to or Sara Jaimes at sbjaimes@ Prevention Trailer. The CAL FIRE Lassen Fire determine measurement ucanr.edu or call (530) 224gained essential Modoc Unit, in collaboration equipment accuracy. They 4900. on battery safety, with theanModoc Fire Safe develop understanding of knowledge Background: and Council andweirs.Alturas measurement learn evacuation Senate Bill strategies, 88 requires that fireright preparedness, in Elementary School, how to calculate andrecently report overall all water holders who to learning about led a vital Prevention addition volume fromFire flow data. have previously diverted, or of playing Week programis scheduled for local the The training intenddangers to divert, more than 10 fireperequipment and students. on this for 9 a.m. Focusing to 12:30 p.m. on with acre-feet year (riparian firefighter year’s theme, into understanding December 1 in“Charge the Valley and pre-1914 claims); or who and gear. Fire Safety: Room at the UCLithium-Ion Agriculture fitness are authorized to divert more This10 community-focused Batteries in YourResources Home,” than and Natural acre-feet per year sharedlicense by the students received hands- initiative, Building at 2801 Second under a permit, or on training inside the CAL FIRE Lassen Modoc
registration; to measure and report the water they divert. Regulatory requirements for measurement and reporting are available on the State Water Resources Control Board Reporting and Measurement Regulation webpage. The legislation requires that installation and certification of measurement methods for diversion (or storage) greater than or equal to 100-acre feet annually be approved by an engineer/ contractor/professional. California Cattlemen’s Association worked with Assemblyman Bigelow to Unit, the strong allow shows a self-certification commitment to public option. Assembly Billsafety 589, education, ensuring younger which became law in 2018, residents understand which allows any water critical firecompletes prevention diverter who this measures. By teaching these UC Cooperative Extension crucial at an early course lessons on measurement age, the program build devices and helps methods safer communities (including passage through of a increased proficiency awareness test) to and be preparedness. considered a Residents qualified are encouraged to follow the individual when installing CAL FIRE Lassen Modoc
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our family being a family of Veterans.” Linda Newman, Army, 1977-1978. Q. A lesson from service you still use in everyday life? A. Semper Fi! “I honor the Marine Corps while birthdayevent each leadership, year on November It’s listings will 10th. provide always on theon dayparades, before information Veterans Day.” ceremonies and --Harry other Hitchings, Readers Marine will Corps, gatherings. also 1980-2005. find details on organizations Q. Who assistance supported with you offering most back in Modoc health care,home education and County? employment, as well as A. “All ofopportunities my buddies. and We volunteer keep in touch. donation drives.We used to goCommunity out for drinks. I don’t members are drink anymore, I make invited to help but shape the it a point callorthem every guide. If to you someone year.” know --Jeff has Piña, served, Army, you 1988-2011. Modoc Media encourages Q. toA submit fellow a service you photo, name andyou years of service. member think of on
Veterans Day—and why. A. “My brother Randall Betian. He’s the reason I was in the Navy.” --Alex Betian, Navy, 1992-1996. Q. One thing you always do for Veterans Day A. The flags definitely go Submissions can be emailed up at my house on Veterans to info@modocmedia.com. Day.” –Kenneth Wilson, Veterans Day is not only Army 1975-2011 about honoring the past — it’s about recognizing the ongoing contributions of veterans in our neighborhoods, workplaces and families. The guide aims to provide both inspiration and resources, Q. practical What tradition do ensuring local stories of you keep on Nov. 11? courage and commitment A. “The tradition I keep are remembered and every day, and especially celebrated. on Veterans Day, is serving
the community. We have a very giving community in Alturas.” --Ike Richardson, Army 1965-1967 Vietnam. Q. How can neighbors in Alturas support veterans year-round? A. Buy “Buddy Poppies” when you see them! They’re just a little paper flower, but they provide funds to support our local veterans. – Randall Betian, Navy 1992-1996. Q. If you could deliver one
message to your younger self on the day you enlisted, what would it be? A. “Be proud of yourself, you are special.” -- Linda Newman, Army, 1977-1978 Q. One thing you always do for Veterans Day A. “Each year we have a nice cookout, and we grill for our friends and family.” – James Allphin, Navy, 19992012.
Veteran’s Q & A Veterans Day guide to honor local service members Q. What does Veterans Day mean to you personally? “It’s a day to honor all those who have served our country.” --John “Marty” Olsen, 84, Navy, 1960-1964. NTC San Diego, Civic Bay Veterans Day is a time Phillipines. for reflection, gratitude and community. This November, Modoc Record is preparing a special guide dedicated to honoring the men and women who have served in the nation’s armed forces. The guide will feature profiles of local veterans, community events, support Q. A fellow service resources and ways for member think of on residents you to get involved. Veterans Day—and It will be printedwhy? and A. “My throughout paternal distributed grandfather Fredrick John Modoc and Lassen counties. Newman, in Stories who will served highlight WWII. He set the tone and for resilience, sacrifice