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IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE NAVAJO NATION
WINDOW ROCK, ARIZONA
In the Matter of the Estate of: James Watchman,
DOD: 04/10/2001, C#061,462, Decedent,
AND CONCERNING: Anita Watchman, Petitioner.
NO. WR-FC-653-25; Legal Notice
TO ALL HEIRS, CLAIMANTS AND INTERESTED PARTIES:

Notice is hereby given that Anita Watchman, Petitioner(s) have filed as petition to Quiet Title with the Window Rock Family Court. The Court has set a hearing on April 16, 2026, at 9:30 a.m.
Any person(s) having an interest in the above-mentioned estate must file a written claim(s) and the legal basis of the claim(s).
Any such person(s) must also attend the final hearing.
Unless the procedure set forth above is followed, any claims(s) in this Quiet Title proceedings will not be heard and forever barred.
Issued this: September 22, 2025. /s/ Court Clerk, Window Rock Family Court. Publication Dates: February 19, 26, 2026 & March 5, 12, 2026


NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO ALL INTERESTED HEIR(S), PARTIES, CREDITORS, AND OTHERS: Petitioner(s) Christine Tsosie and Beverly Tsosie,
Declares final inventory and proposed distribution of the estate of decedent, Bessie Tsose, C#067,874, in Chinle Family Court case No. CH-FC-01-26.
All interested persons with claims to the estate or objections,respond to the Family Court within 30 days of the first published notice or the claims may be barred. Provide copies to Petitioner at P.O. Box 3790, Chinle, Arizona 86503 and Clerk of the Family Court P.O. Box 547, Chinle, Arizona 86503. To be published in the Navajo Times: February 19, and 26, 2026


IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE NAVAJO NATION
WINDOW ROCK, ARIZONA
In the Matter of the Estate of: Marilyn Ann Leuppe
DOD: 02/02/2016, Decedent,
AND CONCERNING: Reyburn Herbert Joe, Petitioner.
NO. WR-FC-629-25; Legal Notice
TO ALL HEIRS, CLAIMANTS AND INTERESTED PARTIES:

Notice is hereby given that Reyburn Herbert Joe, Petitioner(s) have filed as petition to Quiet Title with the Window Rock Family Court. The Court has set a hearing on Thursday April 16, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
Any person(s) having an interest in the above-mentioned estate must file a written claim(s) and the legal basis of the claim(s).
Any such person(s) must also attend the final hearing.
Unless the procedure set forth above is followed, any claims(s) in this Quiet Title proceedings will not be heard and forever barred.
Issued this: September 12, 2026. /s/ Court Clerk, Window Rock Family Court. Publication Dates: February 19, 26, 2026 & March 5, 12, 2026


NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO ALL INTERESTED HEIR(S), PARTIES AND OTHERS: that Petitioner Donovan Pete, Declares final inventory and proposed distribution of the estate of the decedent, Ceceila B. Jimmie, C#24,155, in Window Rock Family Court case No. WR-FC-508-24.
All interested persons with claims to estate or objections, respond to this Family Court within 30 days of first published notice or may be barred. Provide copies to Petitioner, at P.O. Box 11, Smith Lake, NM 87365. Clerk of the Family Court, P.O. Box 5520, Window Rock, Arizona 86515. To be published in the Navajo Times: February 19 & 16, 2026


IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE NAVAJO NATION
WINDOW ROCK, ARIZONA
In the Matter of the Estate of: Jerry Todechenie,
DOD: 9/12/19, C#114,565; Stella George, DOD: 3/25/20, Decedent,
AND CONCERNING: Ernestine George, Petitioner.
NO. WR-FC-456-26; Legal Notice
TO ALL HEIRS, CLAIMANTS AND INTERESTED PARTIES:

Notice is hereby given that Ernestine George, Petitioner(s) have filed as petition to Quiet Title with the Window Rock Family Court. The Court has set a hearing on Friday, April 12, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
Any person(s) having an interest in the above-mentioned estate must file a written claim(s) and the legal basis of the claim(s).
Any such person(s) must also attend the final hearing.
Unless the procedure set forth above is followed, any claims(s) in this Quiet Title proceedings will not be heard and forever barred.
Issued this: September 4, 2025. /s/ Court Clerk, Window Rock Family Court. Publication Dates: February 19, 26, 2026 & March 5, 12, 2026


Navajo Housing Authority (NHA)
Procurement Department
ADVERTISEMENT – REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
RFP #660 – Professional Services – Geospatial Information Systems Support for Land Information Management System (LIMS) Development

The Navajo Housing Authority (NHA) is requesting proposals from professional technology and engineering firms for Information Technology, Geospatial, and Water Resources services. The firm(s) shall provide technical support and services to:
• Support, upgrade, and maintain NHA’s Land Information Management System (LIMS) and associated web tools. The LIMS is an advanced Esri Enterprise Geographic Information System (GIS) that stores NHA’s geospatial and land information data.
• Support, upgrade, and maintain NHA’s Data Center in Fort Defiance, Arizona to ensure optimal operational performance of the LIMS.
• Support, expand, and maintain NHA’s Flood Hazard Identification and Mitigation Program by conducting floodplain studies, drainage studies and assessments, and other hazard mitigation related services with incorporation into the LIMS.
The purpose of this request for proposal (RFP) is to procure the most qualified firm(s) capable of providing the services outlined in this RFP. The Contract Term may be for a period of one (1) year. The specialized work assignments under this contract will be defined by subsequent individual Task Orders and will be fixed priced with specific timelines defined.
For detailed information, contact Myron Tommy, Procurement Specialist at mtommy@hooghan.org. The owner will receive proposals electronically until 4:45 PM (MST) February 26, 2026, via email at mtommy@hooghan.org. The NHA will not be accepting in-person or post office/courier submission from Firms on any solicitation responses. This invitation is unrestricted and is not a set aside; however, preference shall be given to Indian-Owned Businesses, Indian Organizations and Indian-Owned Economic Enterprises in accordance with 24 CFR 1000.48, 1000.50 & 1000.52.
Published in the Navajo: February 19, 26, 2026


Navajo Housing Authority (NHA)
Procurement Department
ADVERTISEMENT – REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
PROCUREMENT DEPARTMENT
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Advertise RFP# 661 – NetApp Storage Array Network Upgrade

The Navajo Housing Authority (NHA) (hereinafter called the “Owner”) is seeking proposals from a qualified firm to backup, migrate, upgrade, configure and install new NetApp C series servers at Fort Defiance Data Center. For detailed information, contact Myron Tommy, Procurement Specialist at mtommy@hooghan.org. The owner will receive proposals electronically until 4:45 PM (MST) February 27, 2026, via email at mtommy@hooghan.org. The NHA will not be accepting in-person or post office/courier submission from Firms on any solicitation responses. This invitation is unrestricted; however, preference shall be given to Indian-Owned Businesses, Indian Organizations and Indian-Owned Economic Enterprises in accordance with 24 CFR 1000.48, 1000.50 & 1000.52.
Published in the Navajo: February 19, 26, 2026


TO ALL HEIRS and OTHER PERSON(S) HAVING AN INTEREST IN THIS MATTER:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Elizabeth Begay has filed a Petition for Probate and Appointment of Administratrix with the Shiprock Family Court Case No. SRFC-DM-507-2022.
A hearing has been set for: March 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Shiprock Family Court, at which time the Court will hear any and all claims against the Estate.
Any person(s) having an interest in the subject SHALL file with this COURT written claims(s) and the legal basis of all such claims. Copies of the claim must he sent to: Attorney Keith C. Smith with the law firm of Setter Roche Smith & Shellenberger LLP, 1860 Blake Street Suite 500, Denver, Colorado 80202. If you do not file an answer to the Petition in a timely manner, your answer, claims and/or objection may be barred from being heard.
ISSUED this: February 10, 2026. /s/ Court Clerk, Shiprock Family Court. Publication Dates: Feb. 19, 26, 2026


Navajo Housing Authority (NHA)
Procurement Department
ADVERTISEMENT – REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
PROCUREMENT DEPARTMENT
Advertise RFP# 662 – IT
Support and Manage Services

The Navajo Housing Authority (NHA) (hereinafter called the “Owner”) is seeking proposals from a qualified professional technology firm to provide co-manage services to assist the NHA Information Technology support services staff to meet key technology objectives to improve the organization daily IT operations and simultaneously improve services to low-income families across the Navajo Nation. For detailed information, contact Myron Tommy, Procurement Specialist at mtommy@hooghan.org. The owner will receive proposals electronically until 4:45 PM (MST) March 02, 2026, via email at mtommy@hooghan.org. The NHA will not be accepting in-person or post office/courier submission from Firms on any solicitation responses. This invitation is unrestricted; however, preference shall be given to Indian-Owned Businesses, Indian Organizations and Indian-Owned Economic Enterprises in accordance with 24 CFR 1000.48, 1000.50 & 1000.52.
Published in the Navajo: February 19, 26, 2026


NOTICE FOR LEGAL PUBLICATION IS HEREBY GIVEN TO ALL INTERESTED HEIR(S), PARTIES AND OTHERS:
Petitioner Nellie Francisco declares the proposed distribution of the estate of Decedent, Frank Saltwater, Sr. in Shiprock Family Court case No. SRFC-DM-619-2025. All interested persons with claims to estate or objections, respond to this Family Court within 30 days of first published notice or may be barred. Provide copies of The Law Offices of Justin Jones, P.C. at P.O. Box 2240, Farmington, NM 87499 and Clerk of the Family Court, P.O. Box 1168, Shiprock, New Mexico 87420.
Issued this 3rd day of February, 2026. /s/ Family Court Clerk. Published in the Navajo: February 19, 26, 2026


IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE NAVAJO NATION
WINDOW ROCK, ARIZONA
In the Matter of the Estate of: LaDora A. Smith,
DOD: 05/26/2020, C#610,832, Decedent,
AND CONCERNING: Angelina M. Tso, Petitioner.
NO. WR-FC-657-25; Legal Notice
TO ALL HEIRS, CLAIMANTS AND INTERESTED PARTIES:

Notice is hereby given that Angelina M. Tso, Petitioner(s) have filed as petition to Quiet Title with the Window Rock Family Court. The Court has set a hearing on April 16, 2026 at 9:15 a.m.
Any person(s) having an interest in the above-mentioned estate must file a written claim(s) and the legal basis of the claim(s).
Any such person(s) must also attend the final hearing.
Unless the procedure set forth above is followed, any claims(s) in this Quiet Title proceedings will not be heard and forever barred.
Issued this: September, 22, 2025 /s/ Court Clerk, Window Rock Family Court. Publication Dates: February 19, 26, 2026 & March 5, 12, 2026


NOTICE OF REQUEST
FOR PROPOSALS

The Navajo Division of Transportation in Tse Bonito, New Mexico is requesting qualifications-based proposals for the listed below.
ITB – 26-01-3965DB: NDOT – Engineering Workstations
RFP – 25-12-3957SB: NDOT – Remodel for Finance Center

The RFQ/ITB may be requested via email if requested to ebennallie@navajodot.org or download from Navajo OOC website at www.nnooc.org.
Published in the Navajo Times: February 19, 2026


IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE NAVAJO NATION
JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF SHIPROCK, NEW MEXICO
In the Matter of Quiet Title of: Lucy P. King,
DOD: 05/19/2004, Deceased,
And Concerning: Marlena Kay King, C#121,004 Petitioner
No. SRFC-DM-450-2025
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner has filed a Petition for Quiet Title of Lucy P. King. A final hearing is set for March 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Shiprock Family Court. If you wish to be heard about the Petition, you must file a written answer with the Shiprock Family Court, POB 1168, Shiprock, NM 87420 within 30 days from the date of first publication of this Notice, and send a copy to Petitioner, Marlena Kay King, POB 1562, Shiprock, New Mexico 87420 or your objections may be forever barred.
Issued this 07th day of January, 2026 /s/ Clerk, Shiprock Family Court. Published in the Navajo Times: February 19, 26, 2026


IN THE FAMILY COURT THE NAVAJO NATION
JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF TO’HAJILEE, NEW MEXICO
In the Matter of the Estate of: Bruce Piaso, C#436,679 Decedent,
And Concerning: Faith Piaso, Petitioner.
Case No.: THFC-DM-000028-2025; JW ID: 25-13355; Notice for Legal Publication
TO ALL HEIRS, CREDITORS AND OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES:

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Faith Piaso has been appointed the administrator of the estate of the decedent, Bruce Piaso, and has filed a final inventory and proposed distribution of the estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present their claims to the Family Court of the Navajo Nation, Judicial District of To’hajiilee on or before the final hearing to be held on March 11, 2026 at 11:00 am or their claims will be forever barred.
Issued this 22nd day of January, 2026. /s/ To’hajiilee Family Court. To be published on: February 19, 26, 2026


IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE NAVAJO NATION
WINDOW ROCK, ARIZONA
In the Matter of the Estate of: Henry Charlie aka Henry M. Charlie,
DOD: 12/29/2020, C#53,150, Decedent,
And Concerning: Henrietta Charlie, Petitioner.
NO. WR-FC-789-25; JW# 25-17680; Legal Notice
TO ALL HEIRS, CLAIMANTS AND INTERESTED PARTIES:

Notice is hereby given that Henrietta Charlie Petitioner(s) have filed as petition to Probate with the Window Rock Family Court. The Court has set a hearing on April 10, 2026 at 8:15 a.m.
Any person(s) having an interest in the above-mentioned estate must file a written claim(s) and the legal basis of the claim(s).
Any such person(s) must also attend the final hearing.
Unless the procedure set forth above is followed, any claims(s) in this Probate proceedings will not be heard and forever barred.
Issued this: November 18, 2025. /s/ Court Clerk, Window Rock Family Court. Publication Dates: February 19, 26, 2026


IN THE FAMILY COURTOF THE NAVAJO NATION
JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF KAYENTA, NAVAJO NATION (ARIZONA)
In the Matter of the Estate of: James Kinlacheeny,
C#018,110 DOB: April 15, 22, DOD: August 25, 2010 Decedent
And Concerning: Mariana Kinlacheeny, C#079,335, Petitioner
No. KY-FC-319-2025 (CV)
LEGAL PUBLICATION NOTICE
NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED HEIRS PARTIES AND OTHERS:

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Mariana Kinlacheeny has file for a Quiet Title of the late James Kinlacheeny Estate with the Kayenta Family Court.
All interested person(s) with claims to said Estate or objecting to said matter are required to file claims with the Kayenta Family Court, Post Office Box 2700, Kayenta, Arizona 86033 no later than Thirty (30) days after the last publication of this notice; otherwise all claims will be forever barred. Forward copies of the claim to DNA-People’s Legal Services, Post Office Box 765, Tuba City, Arizona 86045.
The Final Hearing date and settlement of said Estate as set by the Family Court is on the 11th day of May, 2026 at the hour of 9:00 0’clock a.m.
To be published in the Navajo Times on the following dates: February 12, 19, 26, 2026 and March 5, 2026. /s/ Family Court Clerk of the Navajo Nation.


ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION
Non-Profit Corporation

Entity Name, ID: Native State 48 Management, LLC, 23893736 Effective Date: 11/06/2025. Corporation will NOT have members. Statutory Agent, Manager,: Noah Sam, 205 Shonto Blvd, Window Rock, AZ 86504. /s/ Statutory Agent: Noah Sam – 11/06/2025
Published in the NAVAJO TIMES: 02/12/26, 02/19/26 & 02/22/26


IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE NAVAJO NATION
JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF WINDOW ROCK, ARIZONA
In the Matter of: Homesite Lease No. 35,321,
held by William Shepard, C#053,848, Decedents,
And Concerning: Marie Jim, C#095,906, Petitioner
No. WR-FC-550-2025
LEGAL NOTICE
THIS IS A NOTICE: Any Interested Parties.

1. A Petition for Quiet Title has been filed in this Court. If you wish to file a claim or intervene in this action, you have 30 days from the date of the first publication to file your response. If you do nothing, you may be forever barred.
3. A written response must be filed it with the Window Rock Family Court and a copy mailed to: J.R. Apachee, First Nation -Dineh Law, 403 N. Humphreys Street, Suite 2, Flagstaff, AZ 86001.
4. The Final Hearing is set for April 19, 2026, at 8:15 a.m. local time.
DATED this 8th day of October, 2025. /s/ Judge, Navajo Nation Family Court. To be published on: February 12, 19, 26, 2026 & March 5, 2026


Navajo Housing Authority (NHA)
Procurement Department
ADVERTISEMENT – REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Advertise RFP# 656
Cybersecurity Policy
Consultant Services
The Navajo Housing Authority (NHA)
(hereinafter called the “Owner”) is seeking proposals from a qualified professional Cybersecurity Consultant to develop a comprehensive cybersecurity policy tailored to our specific needs. This policy shall serve the NHA as the foundation of our cybersecurity to protect the NHA systems, digital assets, and user activities from cyber-threats. The strategy is to maintain business continuity and to promote a security awareness culture at the NHA. For detailed information, contact Myron Tommy, Procurement Specialist at mtommy@hooghan.org. The owner will receive proposals electronically until 4:45 PM (MST) February 23, 2026, via email at mtommy@hooghan.org. The NHA will not be accepting in-person or post office/courier submission from Firms on any solicitation responses. This invitation is unrestricted; however, preference shall be given to Indian-Owned Businesses, Indian Organizations and Indian-Owned Economic Enterprises in accordance with 24 CFR 1000.48, 1000.50 & 1000.52.
Published in the Navajo Times: February 12, 19, 2025


NOTICE DESCRIBING HOW A COPY OF THE VERIFIED PETITION FOR REPOSSESSION MAY BE OBTAINED
TO: Defendant: WILLIE HERMAN;
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that you may obtain a copy of the Verified Petition for Repossession, which has been filed in Case No. SR-CV-021-2025, in the District Court of the Navajo Nation, Judicial District of Ship Rock, New Mexico, by mailing a request to Lydia Miller, Legal Assistant, Engelman Berger, P.C., 2800 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1200, Phoenix, AZ 85004, by calling Ms. Miller at 602.271.9090, or by emailing Ms. Miller at lkm@eblawyers.com.
SEE FOLLOWING FOR COPY OF SUMMONS ISSUED JULY 8, 2025
IN THE JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE NAVAJO NATION
JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF SHIPROCK, NEW MEXICO
DEERE & COMPANY, a foreign company, Petitioner,
vs. WILLIE HERMAN,
Respondent.
Case No. SR-CV-021-2025
SUMMONS ON VERIFIED PETITION FOR REPOSSESSION

To: WILLIE HERMAN, 3.5 M South Manuel Mission Sch, Teec Nos Pos, AZ 86514
You are required to serve upon Celeste Tabares, Esq., 2800 N. Central Ave., Suite 1200, Phoenix, Arizona 85004, attorney for Petitioner, an answer or motion in response to the Petition which is attached to this Summons within thirty (30) days after service of this Summons upon you, exclusive of the day of service, and file a copy of your answer or motion with the court.
If you fail to file a timely answer or motion, default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Verified Petition for Repossession. Attorney(s) for Plaintiff: Celeste Tabares. Address: Engelman Berger, P.C. 2800 N. Central Ave., Suite 1200 Phoenix, AZ 85004 Telephone: (602) 271-9090 Facsimile: (602) 2224999. THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE NAVAJO NATION.
Published in the Navajo Times: February 12, 19, 26, 2026 & March 5, 2026


IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE NAVAJO NATION
JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF SHIPROCK, NEW MEXICO
In the Matter of Guardship of: K.F.Y., C# XXX,539, Minor Child,
And Concerning: Martina White, C#110,542, Petitioner.
Vs. Juanita Yazzie, Mother (deceased), C# 437,274
Respondents/Parents.
NO. SRFC-DM-495-2025
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Martina White has filed a Petition for Guardianship of Minor Children with the Shiprock Family Court. The Court has set a Final Hearing on March 25, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. for the hearing of such action.
Any person(s) who object to said Petition must file an objection or intervention with the Shiprock Family Court before the scheduled hearing date.
To be published on: February 12, 19, 2025. Issued this December 10, 2025. /s/ CLERK, Family Court of the Navajo Nation


IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE NAVAJO NATION
JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF SHIPROCK, NEW MEXICO
In the Matter of the Estate of: Rosie P. Teswood, C#074,043,
Date of Death: 07/30/2019; Tyler John Teswood, C#074,545,
Date of Death: 09/19/2010, Decedent,
And Concerning: Terry Jon Teswood, C#207,622, Petitioner.
No. SRFC-DM-580-2023
LEGAL NOTICE
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

NOTICE of Probate Hearing will be held on the 25th day of March 2026, at 11:00 a.m., at Shiprock Family Court.
If you wish to object or intervene in this case, you must file an answer with this Court. Any claims and objections not asserted within 30 days after the first publication shall be forever barred.
SO ORDERED this 22nd day of January, 2026. /s/ Court Clerk. Published on 2/12/26 & 2/19/26


Navajo Housing Authority (NHA)
Procurement Department
ADVERTISEMENT – REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
RFP #659 – Cloud-based Voice over IP (VoIP) Software PBX Telecommunication System
The Navajo Housing Authority (NHA)
(hereinafter called the “Owner”) is seeking proposals from a qualified professional firm to provide a cloud software PBX vendor to replace our current Mitel legacy VoIP solution. The NHA currently has two (2) main offices; one located in Window Rock, AZ; and the other in Fort Defiance, AZ. In addition, NHA has fifteen (15) site offices: seven (7) in Arizona; and eight (8) in New Mexico. For detailed information, contact Myron Tommy, Procurement Specialist at mtommy@hooghan.org. The owner will receive proposals electronically until 4:45 PM (MST) February 24, 2026, via email at mtommy@hooghan.org. The NHA will not be accepting in-person or post office/courier submission from Firms on any solicitation responses. This invitation is unrestricted; however, preference shall be given to Indian-Owned Businesses, Indian Organizations and Indian-Owned Economic Enterprises in accordance with 24 CFR 1000.48, 1000.50 & 1000.52.
Published in the Navajo Times: February 12, 19, 2026


IN THE JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE NAVAJO NATION
JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF SHIPROCK, NEW MEXICO
NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC, d/b/a MR. COOPER, Plaintiff,
v. Rozina A. Reid, Known Heir of Pearl Reid, Deceased,
Ronald W. Rei, Known Heir of Pearl Reid, Deceased,
The Estate of Pearl Reid, and the Unknown Heirs,
Devisees and Legatees of Pearl Reid, Deceased. Defendants.
No. SR-CV-018-2024; Notice of Suit
TO: The Unknown Heirs, Devisees or Legatees of Pearl Reid, deceased

You are hereby notified that a civil action has been filed against you in the Judicial District of the Navajo Nation, judicial District of Shiprock, New Mexico, by Plaintiff, Nationstar Mortgage LLC, in which Plaintiff prays for the foreclosure of its Note and Mortgage encumbering the real estate and improvements located at 26.4 Miles Navajo 36, Fruitland NM 87416, in the Navajo Nation of the State New Mexico, County of San Juan, and more particularly described as follows: The leasehold estate created pursuant to Homesite Lease No. 15680-B Upper Fruitland Chapter of the Najavo Nation, State of New Mexico, County of San Juan, including any improvements, fixtures, and attachments, such as, but not limited to, mobile homes. If there is a conflict between the legal description and the street address, the legal description shall control.
You are further notified that Plaintiff prays that the aforementioned real property be sold according to the law and practice of this Court to pay the mortgage lien held by Plaintiff, and that the interests of each Defendant, and all persons claiming under or through them, and all other persons bound by these proceedings, be barred and foreclosed of all rights, interests, and claims to the aforementioned real property, and for such other and further relief as the Court may deem just and proper.
You are further notified that unless you enter or cause to be entered your appearance or file responsive pleadings or motions in said cause within thirty (30) days of the third consecutive publication of this Notice of Suit, judgment will be rendered against each Defendant by default, and the relief prayed for by Plaintiff will be granted.
The name of the counsel for Plaintiff, Nationstar Mortgage LLC, is Moses, Farmer, Glenn, Gutierrez & Werntz, P.C. (Justin R. Sawyer), P.O. Box 30087, Albuquerque, NM 87190, Telephone: (505) 843-9440.
BY ORDER OF The Honorable Genevieve Woody, Judge of the Navajo Nation of the State of New Mexico, and the Seal of the Court of the Navajo Nation of the State of New Mexico, entered on December 17, 2025. Date: December 19, 2025. /s/ by CLERK OF THE COURT. Published in the Navajo Times: February 12, 19, 22, 2026


Navajo Housing Authority (NHA)
Procurement Department
ADVERTISEMENT – REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Advertised – IFB #657 – Cellular Phones and Data Service
The Navajo Housing Authority (NHA)
(hereinafter called the “Owner”) is soliciting for bids from qualified phone service providers for cellular phone devices with Talk & Text and Data services. For detailed information, contact Myron Tommy, Procurement Specialist at mtommy@hooghan.org. The Owner will receive Sealed Bids until 3:00 PM, (MST) on February 25, 2026, via email at mtommy@hooghan.org. Bids will be opened and publicly read aloud immediately after the specified closing time. This invitation is not restricted to Navajo or Indian organizations and Navajo or Indian owned economic enterprises pursuant to 24 CFR 1000.48 (a) (2), 1000.50 and 1000.52 of NAHASDA.
Published in the Navajo Times: February 12, 19, 2026


SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA IN APACHE COUNTY
SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION
Case Number: CV 2023-00011

KERRY and GERI GLOSS, Plaintiffs V ELIZABETH MAREK, GERTRUDE HANKA et al, Defendants and any other unknown interested persons:
A lawsuit has been filed against you. If you do not want a judgment or order taken against you, you must file an “Answer” in writing with the court, and pay the filing fee. If you do not file an “Answer” the other party may be given the relief requested in the Complaint. To get a copy of the complaint or for more information please contact the plaintiff at 5415 312nd Ave., Salem, WI 53168 or 262-308-2409.
You have 30 days from the 1st date of publication to file your “Answer” by sending it to the Clerk of Superior Court of Apache County, 70 W 3rd St S, St Johns, AZ 85936 and a copy to Plaintiff’s above.
Published in the Navajo: February 12, 19, 22, 2026 & March 5, 2026


CHINLE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 24
CHINLE, AZ 86503
INVITATION FOR BIDS/PROPOSALS/QUALIFICATION
RFP ADM27 -1430
Move On When Reading Tier 1 Core Reading Curriculum

Sealed bids are invited for Chinle Unified School District #24; Fiscal Year 2026-2027, 19 Route 27 (UPS Delivery), P.O. Box 587, Chinle, Arizona 86503.
Sealed bids will be accepted until March 11, 2026, 2:00 pm, Mountain Daylight Savings Time and opened immediately at the District Administration Building. To obtain bid specifications please contact the Purchasing Department at (928) 674-9645/47 or P.O. Box 587, Chinle, Arizona 86503. Firms must return bids in a sealed envelope with bid number and the firm’s name and address clearly indicated on the envelope.
It is the responsibility of the Offeror to insure delivery of the bids. Unsigned bids will be considered unresponsive and will be rejected. Bids received after this time will not be accepted. Bids will be publicly opened amounts will not be read. Following a review of the bids, formal recommendation will be submitted to the District Governing Board for award.
NOTE! If you are to rely on Federal Express for proposal delivery, you must allow an extra 24 hours and address to 19 Route 7 NR 27.
The Owner reserves the right to waive any irregularities in any proposal, if the Owner, in its sole discretion, determines such action to be in the best interest of the Owner.
PUBLIC RECORD; All bids submitted in response to this invitation for bid shall become the property of the Chinle Unified School District and will become a matter of public record available for review subsequent to award notification, as provided for by the Arizona Procurement Code.
The Chinle Unified School District No. 24 Governing Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. The CUSD Governing Board reserves the right to waive any informality in any proposal.
Published in the Navajo Times: February 12, 19, 2026


IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE NAVAJO NATION
JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF WINDOW ROCK, ARIZONA
In the Matter of the Estate of: Esther Chee, C#: 604,426,
DOB: 09/09/1959; DOD: 12/29/2008, Decedent,
And Concerning: Kystina Nez, C#638,227
and Donovan Nez, C# 637,742, Petitioner.
No. WR-FC-528-23
NOTICE OF SUIT
TO: All Unknown Claimants of Interest in the Premise Adverse to the Petitioner,

You or your attorney are hereby directed to file a pleading or motion in response to the Petition for Quiet Title on file herein regarding Homesite Lease Grazing Permit near Twin Lakes, New Mexico, in the name of Esther Mae Chee, deceased, on or before thirty (30) days from first date of publication of this notice in the Office of the Clerk of the above Court, sitting within and for the Window Rock District Court, that being the Court in which said Petition is filed, and to serve a copy of the same pleading or motion upon Petitioner or its attorneys, MASON & ISAACSON, P.A., 104 East Aztec Avenue, Gallup, New Mexico 87301. Unless an appearance is entered by you in this cause on or before the above date, judgment will be rendered against you by default.
WITNESS the hand and the seal of said Court this 19th day of November, 2025. /s/ District Court Clerk. Publish: February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2026


NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO ALL INTERESTED HEIR(S), PARTIES AND OTHERS: that, Petitioner Brittney R. James, Declares final inventory and proposed distribution of the estate of decedent, Mary Elliot, C#036,522 in Window Rock Family Court Case No. WR-FC-679-25.
All interested persons with claims to estate or objections, respond to this Family Court within 30 days of first published notice or may be barred. Provide copies to Petitioner Brittney R. James at P.O. Box 332, Ganado, Arizona 86505. Clerk of the Family Court, P.O. Box 5520, Window Rock, AZ 86515. To be published in the Navajo Times: February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2025


IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE NAVAJO NATION
WINDOW ROCK, ARIZONA
In the Matter of the Estate of: Julia Lasiloo, DOD: 2/11/2007, C#039,310, Decedent,
AND CONCERNING: Anthony Lasiloo, Petitioner.
NO. WR-FC-664-25; Legal Notice
TO ALL HEIRS, CLAIMANTS AND INTERESTED PARTIES:

Notice is hereby given that Anthony Lasiloo, Petitioner(s) have filed as petition to Quiet Title with the Window Rock Family Court. The Court has set a hearing on April 2, 2025 at 9:45 a.m.
Any person(s) having an interest in the above-mentioned estate must file a written claim(s) and the legal basis of the claim(s).
Any such person(s) must also attend the final hearing.
Unless the procedure set forth above is followed, any claims(s) in this Quiet Title proceedings will not be heard and forever barred.
Issued this: October 9, 2024. /s/ Court Clerk, Window Rock Family Court. Publication Dates: February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2025


IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA
IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF APACHE
In the Matter of the Estate of: Melva Carol Ramsey, Decedent.
Case No.: PB 2025-072
NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Jaime Yazzie has been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Melva Carol Ramsey, deceased. All persons having claims against this Estate are required to present their claims within the time prescribed under A.R.S. § 14-3801, or the claims will be forever barred.
Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the Personal Representative at the address listed below: Jaime Yazzie, Mailing address: P.O. Box 4026, Window Rock AZ 86515.
DATED this 29 day of January, 2026. /s/ Jaime Yazzie, Personal Representative of the Estate of Melva Carol Ramsey
Published in the Navajo Times: February 5, 12, 19, 2025


IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE NAVAJO NATION
JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF WINDOW ROCK, ARIZONA
In the Matter of: Lot 105 Karigan Estate St, Michaels, Arizona, held by
Margaret Taliwood Holden, C#005,188 DOD: 08-03-2009 Deceased,
and Concerning: Jacob L. Kaulaity, C#634,709 Petitioner.
No. WR-FC-584-25 (CV); JW ID: 25-12761; LEGAL NOTICE

1. A Petition for Quiet Title has been filed in this Court. If you wish to ·file a claim or intervene; you have 30 days from the date of the first publication to file your response. If you do nothing, you may be forever barred.
2. You must file a written response with this Court and provide a copy mailed to: J.R. Apachee, First Nation – Dineh Law, 403 N. Humphreys Street, Suite 2, Flagstaff, AZ 86001.
3. The Final Hearing is set for April 3, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., Window Rock Family Court Window Rock, Arizona.
ISSUED THIS 4th day of September, 2025. /s/ Clerk of the Court. February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2026


Navajo Housing Authority (NHA)
Procurement Department
ADVERTISEMENT – REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Advertise RFP# 658
On-Premise Disaster Recovery and Restore Software Solution

The Navajo Housing Authority (NHA) (hereinafter called the “Owner”) is seeking proposals from a qualified professional technology firms for an On-Premise recovery software solution to minimize downtime and restore critical systems following a disaster or disruption. The strategy is to lessen Recovery Time Objective (RTO) and Recovery Point Objective (RPO). For detailed information, contact Myron Tommy, Procurement Specialist at mtommy@hooghan.org. The owner will receive proposals electronically until 4:45 PM (MST) August 06, 2025, via email at mtommy@hooghan.org. The NHA will not be accepting in-person or post office/courier submission from Firms on any solicitation responses. This invitation is unrestricted; however, preference shall be given to Indian-Owned Businesses, Indian Organizations and Indian-Owned Economic Enterprises in accordance with 24 CFR 1000.48, 1000.50 & 1000.52.
Published in the Navajo Times: February 5, 12, 19, 2026


Second Mesa Day School
Request for Proposal
Food Service

Public notice is hereby given that Second Mesa Day School is accepting competitive sealed proposals from qualified and eligible (licensed) firms and individuals for their Food Service Project for School Year 2026-2027. All Requests for Proposals (RFP) must be submitted prior to the closing date of February 26, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. (MST) to be considered for selection. Late proposals will be disqualified. To be considered for selection, bidders must submit a complete response to the RFP. RFP Packets are available a the SMDS Procurement Office or via email. For more information, contact Alice Snyder at Alice.Snyder@secondmesa.org or call (928)737-2571, ext. 4208. Second Mesa Day School reserves the right to reject all proposals submitted, to waive any information or irregularities, and to advertise in its best interest; and to request additional information from all proposers. Hopi Owned and Non-Hopi Owned firms and individuals are invited to respond to this RFP. Interested firms and individuals will be evaluated in accordance with the requested proposal and applicable law. Bidders should note that all work intended to be subcontracted as part of the bid submittal must be accompanied by background materials and references for proposed subcontract(s)-No Exceptions.
Sealed bids mailed to:
Alice Snyder
Second Mesa Day School
Highway 264 at Texaco Junction
P.O. Box 98
Second Mesa, Arizona 86043
Published in the Navajo Times: January 29, 2026 & February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2026


Second Mesa Day School
Request for Proposals for Special Education Services:

Special Education Ancillary/Related Services, Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist, School Psychologist, ESS Counselor, and Physical Therapist
Public notice is hereby given that the Second Mesa Day School Exceptional Student Services Department is accepting competitive sealed proposals from qualified and eligible (licensed) firms and individuals for school year 2025-2026. All Request for Proposals (RFP) must be submitted prior to the closing date, February 26, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (MST). to be considered for selection. Late proposals will be disqualified. In order to be considered for selection, bidders must submit a complete response to the RFP. RFP packets are available at the SMDS Procurement Office or via email. For more information, contact Alice Snyder at Alice.Snyder@secondmesa.org or call (928)737-2571, ext.4208. Second Mesa Day School Exceptional Student Services Department reserves the right to reject any and all proposals submitted to waive any information or irregularities and to advertise in its best interest and to request additional information from all proposers. Hopi Owned and Non-Hopi Owned firms and individuals are invited to respond to this RFP. Interested firms and individuals will be evaluated in accordance with the requested proposal and applicable law.
Sealed bids mailed to:
Alice Snyder
Second Mesa Day School – Exceptional Student Services Department
Highway 264 at Texaco Junction
P.O. Box 98
Second Mesa, Arizona 86043
Published in the Navajo Times: January 29, 2026 & February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2026

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