Month: June 2022

Here are the latest returns for the Glenn County offices contested in the Tuesday, June 7, statewide primary election:

Glenn County Sheriff-Coroner

In a real squeaker of a race, incumbent Richard Warren received 1,703 votes, while Justin Gibbs received 1,674, a difference of just 29 votes. The contest got closer as the night progressed. After the first count, Warren had 1,616 votes and Gibbs had 1,559, a difference of 57 votes. After the second count, Warren had 1,644 votes and Gibbs had 1,596, a difference of 48 votes.

Glenn County Superintendent of Schools

In a close race, Ryan Bentz received 1,789 votes, while Jim Scribner received 1,526, a difference of just 263 votes.

Glenn County Second District Supervisor

Monica Rossman, running unopposed, received 406 votes. She takes the seat held by Paul Barr, who did not run for reelection.

Glenn County Fourth District Supervisor

Jim Yoder received 531 votes, while Gary Hansen received 262, a difference of 269 votes. The winner takes the seat left by Keith Corum, who did not run for reelection.

Glenn County Assessor-Clerk-Recorder

Sendy Perez, running unopposed, received 2,776 votes.

Glenn County District Attorney

Dwayne Stewart, also running unopposed, received 2,499 votes.

By Larry Judkins

Glenn County Observer

A Bay Area man lost his life late Monday night when the car he was driving left County Road 39 and hit an oak tree.

At about 11:05 p.m. on Monday, June 6, Lennie Andrew Dombach, 23, of Martinez, was driving a 2006 Toyota Avalon west on County Road 39, east of County Road S, at an unknown speed. For unknown reasons, the driver allowed the Toyota to drift off the north side of the road onto the gravel shoulder while the vehicle was entering a curve in the roadway.

The back end of the Toyota began to rotate in a counterclockwise direction while sliding south across the east- and westbound lanes. The Toyota then left the roadway to the south, where the passenger side struck an oak tree, bringing the vehicle to a stop.

California Highway Patrol officers, Glenn County Sheriff’s deputies, fire department volunteers, and Butte EMS responders were all dispatched to the accident.

Dombach, the sole occupant of the vehicle, was pronounced dead at the scene. He was not wearing his seatbelts at the time of the collision with the tree.

The CHP conducted an accident investigation while Deputy Gonzalez conducted a coroner’s investigation.

The decedent was released to the care of F.D. Sweet and Son Mortuary of Willows. The Martinez Police Department assisted with contacting next of kin.

Anyone with further information is asked to contact CHP Officer Taylor at 530-934-5424.

By Larry Judkins

Glenn County Observer

An Artois man, well known to Glenn County law enforcement personnel, was arrested in Corning on Sunday for drug and firearm violations.

On June 5, Corning police officers conducted a traffic enforcement stop on a man eventually identified as TJ Royce Morrison, 28, of Artois. Morrison was riding a 2005 Honda motorcycle with a flat rear tire and no license plate.

After the stop, Morrison allegedly falsely identified himself to officers. His true identity was discovered and it was found he had several felony and misdemeanor warrants for his arrest.

During the traffic stop, officers noticed a handgun protruding from Morrison’s waistband. A search of his backpack produced about 18 grams (almost two-thirds of an ounce) of methamphetamine, packaging materials, drug paraphernalia, and approximately $1,200.

Morrison was arrested and booked into the Tehama County Jail by Corning Police Officer Corry for charges alleging possession of a firearm by a felon, possession of a controlled substance while armed with a loaded firearm, possession of a controlled substance for sale, possession of ammunition by a prohibited person, carrying a loaded firearm in a vehicle in public, and transportation of a controlled substance (all felonies).

A relative of Morrison posted on Facebook: “Pretty sad when your son/brother gets arrested and it’s a relief. Stop the madness. We love you, Royce. Praying for a good testimony.”

Here are the latest bookings from the Glenn County Jail. Remember: Everyone accused of a crime is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Friday, May 27:

10:30 a.m., Omar Aguilar, 41, of Orland, was remanded to the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging felony violation of probation, and misdemeanor violation of probation. Bail was set at $51,000. He was taken into custody at the Willows branch of the Glenn County Superior Court by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

1:48 p.m., Ernesto Robledo-Tapia, 38, of Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging battery on a spouse, ex-spouse, date, etc. (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $5,000. He was taken into custody at 600 North Humboldt Avenue, apt. #193, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

4:16 p.m., Robert Livingston Dingman, 76, of Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail without bail on a warrant alleging failure to appear on a felony charge. He was taken into custody on West Willow Street, west of North Butte Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

Saturday, May 28:

12:56 a.m., Delia Maria Silva, 41, of Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging possession of a stolen vehicle (a felony). Bail was set at $10,000. She was taken into custody on Colusa Street, north of Wood Street, Willows, by a California Highway Patrol officer.

1 a.m., Salvador Lara Ibarra, 60, of Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging possession of a stolen vehicle (a felony), and a warrant alleging driving without a license (a misdemeanor). Total bail was set at $10,000. He was taken into custody on Colusa Street, north of Wood Street, Willows, by a California Highway Patrol officer.

9:30 a.m., at the Glenn County Jail, Antone Bostic, 25, of Vallejo, was found to have a warrant alleging failure to appear on a felony charge. Bail was set at $10,000.

2:08 p.m., Alejandro Rodriguez Cisneros, 31, of Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on warrants alleging disobeying a lawful order of the court (a felony), and disobeying a court order (a misdemeanor). Total bail was set at $66,000. He was taken into custody in the 1000 block of East Street by an Orland police officer.

3:10 p.m., Anthony Brian Pippin, 63, of Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging public intoxication (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. He was taken into custody at North Tehama and West Willow Streets, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

4:48 p.m., Marcos Martinez, 26, of Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a warrant alleging eavesdropping (a felony), and distributing intimate photos of another person (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $12,000. He was taken into custody at 812 Almond Way by an Orland police officer.

Sunday, May 29:

7:21 p.m., Greg Daniel McCloud, 43, of Elk Creek, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a warrant alleging failure of a sex registrant to report an address change (a felony). Bail was set at $50,000. He was taken into custody on Fourth Street in Willows by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

7:58 p.m., Allisa Ann Johnson, 56, of Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging infliction of corporal injury on a spouse or cohabitant (a felony). Bail was set at $25,000. She was taken into custody at 560 Fifth Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

11:15 p.m., Paul Anthony Huguez-Aviles, 27, of Turlock, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $5,000. He was taken into custody on Interstate 5, north of Highway 32, by a California Highway Patrol officer.

Monday, May 30:

12:57 a.m., Lucky Bob Wyatt, 39, of Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging resisting or obstructing a public service officer (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. He was taken into custody on Fifth Street in Willows by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

3:24 a.m., Andrea Michelle Reyes, 20, of Oakland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, and driving while under the influence of alcohol (both misdemeanors). Bail was set at $10,000. She was taken into custody on the northbound side of Interstate 5, north of County Road 68, by a California Highway Patrol officer.

4:33 p.m., Gerald Patrick Phillips, 56, of Kelseyville, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, driving while under the influence of alcohol, and driving with a license suspended for driving while under the influence (all misdemeanors). Bail was set at $15,000. He was taken into custody on the southbound side of Interstate 5, south of County Road 24, by a California Highway Patrol officer.

Tuesday, May 31:

1:03 a.m., Tiffany Rose Burrows, 28, of Chico, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $5,000. She was taken into custody at 118 South Tehama Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

8:45 a.m., Dennis Eugene Hammett, 32, of Chico, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a warrant alleging possession of controlled substance paraphernalia, possession of a narcotic controlled substance, possession of burglary tools, and possession of a cane sword (all misdemeanors). Bail was set at $8,000. He was taken into custody at the Butte County Jail by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

1:50 p.m., Wyatt Deniz, 19, of Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging misdemeanor violation of probation. Bail was set at $10,000. He was taken into custody at the Glenn County Probation Department, Willows, by a probation officer.

9:49 p.m., Lucky Bob Wyatt, 39, of Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging trespassing (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. He was taken into custody on County Road 57, east of County Road P, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

Wednesday, June 1:

9:29 a.m., Krishnakant Hasmukhlal Ramdas, 34, of Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging felony violation of probation. Bail was set at $75,000. He was taken into custody at the Glenn County Probation Department, Willows, by a probation officer.

11 a.m., Carlo Magno Rivera, 38, of Willows, was remanded to the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging battery on a spouse, ex-spouse, date, etc. (a misdemeanor), possession of ammunition by a prohibited person (a felony), distribution of intimate photos of another person (a misdemeanor), and intention to annoy or harass with repeated calls or contact (a misdemeanor), and a warrant alleging misdemeanor violation of probation. Total bail was set at $29,000. He was taken into custody at the Orland branch of the Glenn County Superior Court by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

3:20 p.m., Matthew Shane Theobald, 31, of Hamilton City, was booked into the Glenn County Jail without bail on charges alleging violation of post-release community supervision (a felony). He was taken into custody at 417 Los Robles Avenue, Hamilton City, by a Glenn County probation officer.

Thursday, June 2:

No one was booked into the Glenn County Jail on this date.

By Larry Judkins

Glenn County Observer

A ceremony dedicating a monument and sculpture to the memory of Orland’s soldiers who died while on active duty was held in town on Monday, Memorial Day.

The event took place on the lawn in front of the main entrance of the Orland Memorial Hall. A very large audience attended the ceremony.

The monument consists of a granite base that bears the names of 63 men who lived in Orland at least part of their lives. Atop this granite base is a sculpture of a riderless horse led by a soldier.

The statue is the work of Orland artist Ulises Meza.

Early on, the late Bob Pasero was a powerful force for the memorial. The Motor-Icicle runs and other fundraisers promoted by the former Orland Chief of Police helped to turn the vision into a reality.

More than one person at Monday’s event expressed regret that Pasero was not able to see the completed work.

The organization originally known as Orland Pride, now renamed Orland Patriots, with former Orland City Councilman, former Glenn County Supervisor, and soon to be former Glenn County Superintendent of Schools Tracey Quarne in a leadership position, worked on the project for years.

The Memorial Day program began with a welcome and opening remarks by Tracey Quarne. This was followed by an invocation by Pastor Jason Ross.

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Tom Fields of the Orland VFW Post #1992. The National Anthem was then sung by Lexi Velazquez.

“The Why” was recited by Hendrik Feenstra, and the flag was lowered to half-staff. The Glenn Chorale, with Mack Caywood directing, performed a salute to each of the armed services.

Phil Heuchert read the names of Orland’s fallen. After each name was recited, Wendell Lower rang a bell.

The 63 names on the memorial are:

John Clark;

Alfred Foster;

Lester Johnson;

Frank Keating;

Roscoe Leonard;

Harry McKinsey;

Kenneth Morrisey;

Harvey Nagels;

Arthur Sherman;

Tommy Thompson;

Charles Warnock;

David Woodlridge;

Jack Asdell;

Roy Brand;

Louis Brodnansky;

Lawrence Cardoza;

William Creamer;

Phillip Donahue;

Gordon Foster;

Stanley Foster;

Robert Frizzell;

Stanley Fullwood;

Lewis Gahre;

Roy Griffith;

James Henderson;

Earle Hendricks;

John Hurley;

Robert Kirkpatrick;

Herman Kolousek;

Franklin Kurtz;

Ralph Lambert;

Thomas Zuniga;

Lloyd Lane;

Herbert Madden;

Nelson Madden;

Philip Miller;

Ray Millsaps;

James Mitchell;

Joseph Nash;

John Riffel;

Robert Ross;

Robert Schatz;

Clyde Smith;

Dennis Smith;

Chester Snodgrass;

Phillip Spencer;

Richard Tout;

Donald Van Wagenen;

Nicholas Vlasoff;

Granville Wilson;

Alvin Winter;

Joseph Woodhead;

Donald Woods;

Robert Zimmerman;

Raymond Cowles;

Merl Cripe;

Lee Dixon;

Carlos Gonzalez;

Dale Sievers;

Clayton Squier;

Clark Stickler;

Harvey Parkerson; and

Clarence Lambert.

The flag was next returned to full-staff, then lowered again and removed. This was followed by a 21 gun salute by the Willows VFW Post #1770.

“Taps” was played by Riley Cloyd, and the flag was folded, again by Willows VFW Post #1770. Tracey Quarne presented the memorial to Orland VFW Post #1992, and it was received by Ernie Simpson of the Orland VFW.

Claire Arano introduced the Orland Patriots Committee, and Pastor Ross ended the formal event by delivering the benediction. After Stephanie Campbell invited the audience to stay for refreshments, the public began to mingle and chat.

The weather, everyone seemed to agree, was almost perfect for the observance.

[Note: The editor apologizes for the tardiness of this story. He has been without Internet until today.]