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Daniel King, 46, was found by Lake County Hill Road Correctional Facility staff shortly before midnight on Saturday, according to Lt. Corey Paulich of the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.
Paulich said other inmates who were sharing the cell with King called for help when they noticed he was not responding to them.
Deputies and medical staff responded to King’s cell and began CPR. Paramedics from the Lakeport Fire Department arrived and took over. However, shortly after 12 a.m. Sunday, King was determined to be deceased, Paulich said.
King had been in custody since late February 2020. Paulich said King was sentenced to four year in state prison in August for a violation of probation related to a domestic violence charge and was awaiting transfer to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.
Paulich said King had not been transferred to a state facility due to the state prison system’s COVID-19 policy of not accepting sentenced inmates at this time.
King had recently received advanced care from a local medical provider for a medical issue. Paulich said King was last seen by jail medical staff less than an hour before he was found unresponsive.
“King’s death was unexpected and he showed no signs of trauma. At this time there are no indications that COVID-19 was present or a factor in King’s death,” Paulich said.
In the fall, a COVID-19 outbreak was reported at the Lake County Jail, as Lake County News has reported.
In accordance with established in-custody death protocol, Paulich said detectives from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit, as well as investigators from the Lake County District Attorney’s Office, responded to conduct the death investigation.
The investigation is ongoing and the cause of death is pending an autopsy that will be performed later this week, Paulich said.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Citrus fruits, most of which ripen in the gloom of winter, can add a rainbow of color and bright flavor to the things we create in our kitchens when the skies are gray.
Can it be that the Earth understands that we need a little boost when the weather’s cold?
It would seem so, as many of our cheeriest fruits – both in color and flavor – arrive just in time to dispel the darkness of the fall and winter months.
Among these colorful offerings are persimmons, pomegranates, cranberries, and today’s topic, citrus fruits. Oranges of all types, lemons, tangerines, grapefruits, and the like provide a spectrum of flavor – from tart to sweet – to brighten both our mood and our food this time of year.
In my opinion, any array of citrus fruit is worthy of love – there are so many types! - but my heart has been known to especially skip a beat when I see a pile of Meyer lemons at the grocery store. They’re definitely a favorite of mine, as I love their delicate flavor.
They’re not as hardy in terms of shelf life as typical supermarket lemons, so (at least in our neck of the woods) they make a brief appearance when local growers have them available, which, depending on the characteristics of the season, can be any time between December and March.
It feels like their season is here for just a few minutes each year, and I try to take advantage of every second of it.
One of the loveliest attributes of citrus fruit, especially those in the orange family, is the scent of their skin. When I zest oranges and breathe in that sweet, energizing fragrance, I joke that if I were wealthy, I’d pay someone really well to walk near me zesting an orange at all times. It’s such a beautiful aroma and orange zest has become one of my go-to ingredients in cooking.
Eating oranges, grapefruits or tangerines unadorned and out of hand is a wonderful way to enhance one’s health. They’re rich in nutrients that support our immune system and stave off colds and flu, such as vitamin C. (Just one orange provides the daily dose of it.)
There is a plethora of ways to use them in cuisine, a number of which are listed below to get your creative juices (pun intended) flowing. With our global economy, most citrus is available year-round; however, they’re especially enjoyable now, at the peak of winter.
Use halved, whole, or in slices to enhance foods as they cook: Before cooking, stuff a fish with tarragon or thyme and sliced lemons or layer the lemon slices on top of fish fillets. A pork loin can be stuffed with grapefruit and fennel, or a chicken with lemon halves and rosemary. Get creative with your choices by trying different combinations - orange with chicken or lime with fish, for example. Be careful of the seeds, though, as they can impart a bitter taste. It’s best to remove them.
Juice to use as an acid: Release the flavorful juice in citrus – tangy or sweet, depending on the fruit – to use as an alternative to vinegar in salad dressings or marinades. Different citrus flavors can be combined and layered for interesting results – limes with lemons, for example, or a mixture of juices from different types of oranges. Feel free to mix citrus juice with other acids, such as vinegars made from apple cider, white wine, or rice. For best results, be sure your fruit is at room temperature and gently roll it a bit before pressing or squeezing by hand. This allows more juice to be released.
Add to sauces: Julia Child’s life was changed forever when she was in Paris and tasted beurre blanc, a lemony butter sauce. It so wowed her that she decided to learn to cook. Citrus adds tang to lift and enhance the flavor of a sauce, whether it’s just a squeeze at the end or a major ingredient. Be sure to add the citrus, especially lemon, at the end to keep it fresh. If your sauce contains dairy, be careful not to add too much as it may cause the sauce to curdle. (Milk with the addition of an acid creates cheese.)
Balance rich and creamy dishes with citrus: A bit of citrus juice or zest – most commonly lemon – can bring balance to heavy or overly rich dishes, like creamy soups, gratins and risottos. Even stews or heavily sauced pastas can benefit from a bit of citrus. (I like to add an orange studded with a few cloves to flavor beef stew.)
Zest for added flavor: Zest is the grated skin of citrus fruit. In addition to the benefit of its flavor, it packs an antioxidant and nutrient punch, as these health benefits tend to reside mostly just beneath the skin. Citrus zest can be added to so many things – pasta dishes, baked goods, sauces, vinaigrettes, breadcrumbs, mayo, and brines all benefit from its bright flavor. Be sure to wash and dry fruit before zesting (and if you’re both juicing and zesting the fruit, it’s much easier to do the zesting first). Use only the thin top layer of colorful skin and avoid the white pith beneath, as it can be bitter. The easiest way to zest citrus is to use a rasp grater, but if one isn’t available, a paring knife can be used to cut strips of peel, which can then be finely chopped. It’s best to prepare the zest just prior to using, as it can lose some of its flavor while sitting out.
Roast to intensify flavor: Roasting citrus intensifies its flavor and brings out its natural sweetness. Pieces of roasted citrus can flavor and sweeten breakfast dishes like yogurt, oatmeal, or pancakes, as well as add brightness to savory dishes like chicken or vegetables. To roast, cut citrus fruits into segments or slices, toss with a little olive oil, and roast at 425 degrees Fahrenheit until some of the juices have evaporated and the fruit is lightly caramelized. The skin may be left on if the fruit is thinly sliced; however, it’s best to remove the skin and white pith of the slices are thicker. For sweet applications, a sprinkle of cinnamon or drizzle of honey may be added before roasting. Roasted citrus may be enjoyed warm, room temperature, or cold. Toss the roasted pieces with winter vegetables like broccoli, Brussels sprouts or carrots, or add them to baked fish or chicken. Alternatively, the citrus pieces can be roasted in the oven on the same pan as whatever they’re paired with.
Segment to toss in salads: Segmented pieces of oranges or grapefruits make a nice addition to a fresh salad and other dishes. An efficient way to segment them is to cut a thick slice off the top and the bottom of the fruit with a sharp knife so the pulp is exposed. Hold the fruit upright and slice off the peel in thick strips, cutting around the contours of the fruit. Hold the peeled fruit over a bowl, and using the knife, carefully cut between the fruit and membrane on either side of each segment to free it, letting it drop into the bowl with the juices. Discard any seeds.
Finish with citrus: Like salt, citrus brings out the flavor of other ingredients. Finishing with a squeeze of citrus will brighten and enhance any dish, especially those that may taste dull.
Esther Oertel is a writer and passionate home cook from a family of chefs. She grew up in a restaurant, where she began creating recipes from a young age. She’s taught culinary classes in a variety of venues in Lake County and previously wrote “The Veggie Girl” column for Lake County News. Most recently she’s taught culinary classes at Sur La Table in Santa Rosa. She lives in Middletown.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – The Clearlake Police Department said Saturday that it is searching for the local man who was responsible for a New Year’s Day shooting.
Police said they are seeking Jose Ceja-Torres, 31, of Clearlake, for the felony violations of attempted murder and assault with a deadly weapon.
Sgt. Ryan Peterson said that on Friday at 4:30 p.m., officers responded to the area of Lakeshore Drive and Woodland Drive for a report of a gunshot victim. On their arrival, they located a male in his early 40s who had been shot.
In a separate report, police identified the shooting victim as 41-year-old Clearlake resident Arnulfo Barragan Garibo.
Medical personnel from the Lake County Fire Protection District arrived on scene and began treating Barragan Garibo, who Peterson said was eventually flown to an out-of-county medical facility for further treatment and released.
Peterson said the shooting is believed to have occurred at a residence in the 14900 block of Davis Avenue in Clearlake.
The Clearlake Police Department’s Investigations Bureau was contacted and arrived to assist with the investigation. Peterson said officers responded to the residence where the incident was reported to have occurred and located possible evidence.
Through the investigation, Ceja-Torres was identified as the person who shot the victim, Peterson said.
A record check of Jose Ceja-Torres revealed he also has an active $150,000 arrest warrant for being armed with a firearm while in possession of drugs and two $50,000 arrest warrants for possession of marijuana for sale and felony evading a police officer, Peterson said.
At noon on Saturday, Clearlake Police Officer Mauricio Barreto conducted a traffic stop on a black Ford F150 pickup in the 14100 block of Lakeshore Drive for a traffic violation, with the driver identified as Barragan Garibo, the shooting victim from the previous day.
During the stop, a large amount of ammunition, a large capacity magazine and an AR15 rifle hidden in the engine compartment were located. The serial number of the rifle had been removed, police said.
Barragan Garibo was arrested on probable cause for several felonies. Officers obtained a bail enhancement on Barragan Garibo from a judge with the Lake County Superior Court in the amount of $200,000.
Barragan Garibo was booked into the Lake County Jail and the truck towed, police said.
As of Saturday night, Peterson said Ceja-Torres’ whereabouts were unknown and he is considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information on his location is asked to not approach him and contact the Clearlake Police Department Investigation Bureau at 707-994-8251 or their local law enforcement agency.
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Dogs available for adoption this week include mixes of German Shepherd, heeler, husky, Labrador Retriever, mastiff, pit bull, shepherd and Yorkshire Terrier.
Dogs that are adopted from Lake County Animal Care and Control are either neutered or spayed, microchipped and, if old enough, given a rabies shot and county license before being released to their new owner. License fees do not apply to residents of the cities of Lakeport or Clearlake.
The following dogs at the Lake County Animal Care and Control shelter have been cleared for adoption (additional dogs on the animal control Web site not listed are still “on hold”).
Call Lake County Animal Care and Control at 707-263-0278 or visit the shelter online at http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control.htm for information on visiting or adopting.
Male mastiff
This young male mastiff has a short tan coat.
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Male pit bull
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He is in kennel No. 20, ID No. 14218.
Male husky
This male husky has a medium-length black and white blue eyes.
He has been spayed.
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Male husky
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He is in kennel No. 23, ID No. 14247.
Female pit bull terrier
This female pit bull terrier has a short gray coat.
She is in kennel No. 24, ID No. 14248.
Male German Shepherd
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Shelter staff said he should not go to a home with livestock.
He is in kennel No. 25, ID No. 14253.
Male Yorkshire Terrier
This male Yorkshire Terrier has a medium-length brown and black coat.
He has been neutered.
He is in kennel No. 27, ID No. 14244.
Male shepherd mix
This male shepherd mix has a medium-length tricolor coat.
He has been altered.
He’s in kennel No. 28, ID No. 14241.
Male heeler-Labrador Retriever
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He is in kennel No. 29, ID No. 14178.
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