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Fort Bidwell Youth-led Initiatives
For three years, youth from Surprise Valley Elementary, Shasta View, and the Lucky Clover Montessori school have interacted as a group that embraces the concept of a unified community. Friday Night Live Kids-East is the […]

Elementary Students Explore Agriculture Community Promotes Ag for Children
Photos by Bear Press Photography By Nicole Hinton, Modoc County Cattle Women President Children from all across Modoc and even Lake County, Oregon, attended the annual Ag in the Classroom field day on May 19, […]

Mt Bidwell Celebration 2024
2024 Mt Bidwell Celebration 2nd place parade winner from Fort McDermitt NV Alice Crutcher, descendant of Chief Winnimucca and Copper Phoenix. Former boarding school elders name were attached to the float. This past weekend Parade […]

Hoop Wars Tournament Team Entry Forms
Hello everyone! The 28th annual Hoop Wars tournament is February 28th-March 2nd at the Surprise Valley High School Gym. The format for the tournament is double elimination. The entry deadline for Men and for Women […]

Pro Stock and Hobby Stock Racers hit Cedarville Raceway
The Modoc Heritage Foundation, Modoc County Fair Board and racer Donnie Richardson put together an amazing event last weekend, bringing the races back to Cedarville! According to Donnie, the event had been a collaborative effort […]

Modoc Family Pharmacy to Replace Rite Aid in Alturas
The long-standing Rite Aid at 432 North Main Street in Alturas, CA, will soon transition to new ownership and a fresh identity. Although the location will remain open, it will no longer operate under the […]

The Surprise Valley Ag Advisory Committee Hosts Pig, Swig & Jig
8th Annual Pig, Swig, & Jig Supports Local Students The 8th Annual Pig, Swig, & Jig was held on Saturday, September 21st, at Veterans Hall, bringing the community together for a day of food, fun, […]

Cowboy Poetry Reading in Cedarville
Annie Mackenzie is a fourth-generation rancher and part-time cowboy poet. She lives and works at her family’s cattle ranch 30 miles north of Jordan Valley in Eastern Oregon. What started off as a fun way […]

Celebrating Excellence: Surprise Valley Honors Student Achievement
On Friday, April 14, Surprise Valley Elementary School recognized the hard work and dedication of its students during a special awards assembly attended by friends and family. Sixteen students in grades 4 through 7 were […]

The 24th Annual Woolgathering: A Week of Creative Craft and Colorful Tradition
By Shelby Danley The 24th Annual Woolgathering at Warner Mountain Weavers in Cedarville has come to a close. This week-long celebration of fiber arts, dyeing, and traditional craftsmanship showcased the talents of the instructors, the […]

Surprise Valley Wrestling Team Wraps Up Season with Heart and Determination
As the Surprise Valley Wrestling Team wrapped up its fourth season, Head Coach Kermit expressed heartfelt appreciation for the student-athletes’ resilience, discipline and sportsmanship both on and off the mat. “This group has shown incredible […]

Enjoy the Starry Skies This July 4 When Celebrating at National Forests
#RecreateResponsibly on Independence Day Celebrating July 4 outdoors is a national tradition, and the USDA Forest Service happily welcomes visitors this Thursday. But remember, fireworks and pyrotechnics are prohibited on public lands — every forest, […]

Surprise Valley Kicks Off the Holidays with Annual Tree Lighting
The Surprise Valley community came together on Sunday, December 1st, to celebrate the annual Tree Lighting at the Surprise Valley Senior Center. The event, a beloved local tradition, was filled with holiday cheer, caroling, and […]

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I appreciate your take on the water situation in the Klamath Basin. We’ve proven that it’s possible to farm and ranch and take care of the environment at the same time. Our farmers and ranchers […]

Modoc High School Implements New Phone Policy to Enhance Learning Environment
By Chelsea Bacon Modoc High School is set to implement a new phone policy on Aug. 14 to minimize distractions and foster a more focused learning environment for students. The decision comes after careful planning […]

The Surprise Valley Education Foundation Fundraises For An Endowment Fund
The Surprise Valley Education Foundation fundraising for an endowment fund with local “Pour with Purpose” Wine and Whiskey Tasting, September 26th. The Surprise Valley Education Foundation board is focused on creating a source of enduring […]