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Old Mill VMP
Press Release by CAL FIRE Lassen Modoc Unit CAL FIRE in cooperation with the City of Susanville Fire Department, Susan River Fire Protection District and the Lassen County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting prescribed burning […]
T.E.A.C.H holds 1st Annual Modoc Alzheimers Awareness Color Run
Submitted by Teach Inc Staff Participant Courtney Hagge and Duke taken by Northern Arrow Photography In honor of Alzheimer’s Awareness month T.E.A.C.H. Inc. held the first annual Modoc Alzheimer’s Awareness Color Run on Saturday, September […]
How to Protect Your Garden from Freezing Temperatures
California Poppies Photo by Lea Huetteman It is no secret that temperatures have fallen to freezing in the last week of what felt like absolute nowhere. As temperatures drop and there are freezing weather warnings, […]
Alturas Rotary Club presents $2,000 to the Modoc District Fair
The Alturas Rotary Club hosted the October Brewfest and the proceeds were dedicated to the Modoc District Fair for outdoor tables and benches. Sandy Stevenson (left) was the chairperson for the October Brewfest, Macey Von […]
Modoc Medical Center Enhances Patient Care with New Infusion Department and Expanded Facilities
By Shelby Danley Modoc Medical Center Expansion in Progress. Photo Provided by Rylee Pedotti. Front Entrance to Modoc Medical Center. Photo Provided by Rylee Pedotti. Modoc Medical Center (MMC) is making significant strides to improve […]
Alturas’s Annual Balloon Fest Takes Off This Weekend
By Shelby Danley September in Alturas brings more than just cooler weather, it also marks the return of the beloved Balloon Fest! Every year, the Alturas Chamber of Commerce collaborates with balloon pilots, local businesses, […]
Swinerton Construction Observes Moment of Silence to Honor Lives Lost in 9/11 Attacks
Swinerton Construction invited the community and partners to observe a minute of silence in honor of 9/11. Chad Day led the gathering and rang a bell three times to symbolize all the lives of first […]
Annual Rotary Kids’ Fish Derby Coming
Excitement is building in Alturas as the Annual Kids’ Fish Derby approaches, scheduled for Saturday, May 11, from 9:00 am until 11:00 am at Pine Creek Reservoir near Alturas. Organized by the Alturas Rotary Club, […]
Letters to the Editor
A lot of service station gas pumps are starting to blast you with ads as soon as you start pumping gas with no way to turn them off. If you don’t want to be forced […]
Bringing New Life to Veterans Memorial and Dorris Park
By Shelby Danley Original Modoc Chamber building will be redone and reopened The Veterans Memorial and Dorris Park renovations, made possible through the Clean California Local Grant Program awarded in 2022, have been eagerly anticipated […]
“Startling Boom in Alturas”
On Friday, April 19, 2024, a blaze rattled the tranquility of N. East Street, leaving residents shaken by a sudden explosion and blowing smoke. The incident, which occurred around 2:45 PM, prompted swift action from […]
LOCAL CDL Class A Driving Program
TEACH Adult Education, in partnership with Garrett Ingram Trucking Company, is offering a training program here in Alturas for the CLASS A CDL License. Call 530-233-5399 for more information.
Fire Hazards Prompt Suspension of All City of Alturas Burn Permits
The Alturas Fire Department will be SUSPENDING all burning and burn permits starting on June 27th, 2024 in response to dry conditions and fire hazards. Alturas Fire Department personnel will continue to monitor weather conditions […]
Modoc JV Braves Stomp on Quincy Trojans (56-8)
JV Braves defeated Quincy Trojans last Friday night at their first home game of the season. Offense had a great game with Trustin Thomas at quarterback with 3/5 completions and a total 107 passing yards. […]
Alley Fire sparks debate in Modoc
Despite heightened concerns from citizens regarding fireworks over the past week, the Alturas Fire Department responded to only one fire-related call within the community. A fire occurred in an alley behind Maple St. The Alturas […]
Alturas Fire Department Investigates Blaze at Vacant Home
By Chelsea Bacon The Alturas Fire Department is investigating a fire that damaged a vacant home off of Carlos St and two outbuildings Friday afternoon. The fire, which was contained to under two acres, was […]