The Modoc County District Attorney, Nina Salarno says, “wishing all the students at Alturas Elementary School an awesome school year! Learn, grow, and make lots of new friends”.
A wildfire burning in the Jess Valley area of the South Warner Mountains, named the Valley Fire, has been mapped at 536 acres as of Wednesday evening, according to the Modoc National Forest Service (USFS). […]
Press Release from Modoc National Forest The Modoc National Forest (MDF) would like to notify interested and affected parties of its proposal to reauthorize multiple grazing permits on seven allotments with active grazing permits. Our […]
Work progresses on the second of four dams slated for removal on the Klamath River. Following last Friday’s successful test blast, the Klamath River Renewal Corporation will proceed with the removal of the Copco No. […]
Progress continues to be made on Modoc Medical Center’s Mountain View Skilled Nursing Facility and hospital addition. This project marks Swinerton Builders’ second venture with MMC, equipping the team with invaluable experience dealing with Modoc’s […]
By: Candy Maidens of Cedarville, CA
Photos provided by Modoc County Sheriff’s Office A 19-year-old man suffered life-threatening injuries after jumping off a cliff into a canyon at Pine Creek Reservoir, southwest of Alturas, early Saturday morning, authorities said. The initial […]
By Suzi Johnson California Department of Water Resources and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife have issued an Algal mat alert for Turner Creek ~0.6mi above Pit River near or on the Modoc National […]
By: Nickolaus Hayes What does it take to be a responsible father? While there are countless answers to this question, it generally means playing an essential role in a child’s life and showing up daily. […]
In recent updates from the Modoc County Jail, a series of arrests and releases have been reported. As of Monday, the jail accommodates 30 individuals, consisting of 4 females and 26 males, with a total […]
The Bureau of Land Management has approved mineral exploration on 200 acres of public lands in Nevada, including requirements that minimize conflicts with natural, cultural, and historic resources. The project by Hog Ranch Minerals, Inc. […]
As temperatures rise and the sun blazes down, staying hydrated becomes more crucial than ever. This last weekend many cases of heat stroke and dehydration are on the rise. Dehydration can lead to serious health […]
Three generations of Modoc Royalty. In 1978 Brandy Lynn Wilson (Malcolm) was crowned Little Miss Fandango. In 2017 Brandy’s son Richard “Pete” Malcolm was crowned Little Mr Fandango. This past weekend Brandy’s granddaughters Ava and […]
By: Chelsea Bacon A recent study by Oregon State University (OSU), partially funded by Klamath County, has highlighted the severe economic repercussions of water shortages on farms and ranches in the Upper Klamath Basin. According […]
Please join us on June 22 at the Niles at 2 p.m. to share memories, stories and enjoy time with each other as we Celebrate the Life of Jeff Sheetz. Hors d’oeuvres will be provided.
As of Monday, there are 21 people in the Modoc County Jail, 4 females and 17 males. Jail capacity is 43. 05/27/24 WICKS, Oddin (age 41, Alturas) Arrested for criminal threats, disturbing the peace, and […]
Modoc Soccer opened up their 2024 season in the Twilight Classic, the first ever soccer game played at night and on the football field in Modoc High School history. The Braves faced off against bitter […]
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