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Modoc’s Got Game: Celebrating Homecoming Week with Spirit and Fun
By Shelby Danley Modoc High School students are gearing up for one of the most exciting weeks of the school year—homecoming! Floats are being built, and door decorations are underway, all showcasing their BRAVES spirit […]

BLM Adopts Categorical Exclusions to Expedite Geothermal Energy Permitting
In a move aimed at facilitating geothermal energy exploration on public lands, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced the adoption of two categorical exclusions from the United States Forest Service and the Department of […]

Citizens Encouraged to Volunteer for Grand Jury
As citizens of Modoc County, we have a unique opportunity to play an active role in ensuring justice and accountability in our community. The Grand Jury is an essential component of our local legal system, […]

Modoc County Public Health provides Free Vaccines
This October, the Modoc County Public Health Branch will be providing flu shots at several locations throughout the county. We are offering the vaccine free of charge to Modoc County residents who are six months […]
Gatherings
Thursday May 2ndVisit the Bookworm Attached to the Alturas library for our HALF-PRICE sale on all hardcover books, including children’s books! (Books, DVDs, and CDs priced at $2 or less.) Open M, T, Th, F noon […]
Gatherings
Thursday May 30th Visit the Bookworm Attached to the Alturas library for our HALF-PRICE sale on all hardcover books, including children’s books! (Books, DVDs, and CDs priced at $2 or less.) Open M, T, Th, […]

Small Lightning Fire Near Lauer Reservoir
By Shelby Danley Last weekend’s thunderstorms produced numerous lightning strikes in the Warner Mountains. Fortunately, only one strike resulted in a fire, setting a tree ablaze near Lauer Reservoir. Many Modocers noticed a helicopter flying […]

Students in Modoc High’s Living Skills Class Host Early Thanksgiving Feast
Alexis Stonesifer peeling apples Naomi Mann cutting apples Criss Atkison cutting apples Anthony Martin and Criss Atkison making deviled eggs MHS Students in Mrs. Larranaga’s Living Skills class at Modoc High School got a jump […]

State Parks Adventure Pass for California Fourth Graders
By Shelby Danley Calling all families of fourth graders! California State Parks, in partnership with the First Partner’s Office and the Natural Resources Agency, is offering a free resource to California public school fourth-grade students […]

Cheryl Nelson Honored for Two Decades of Service to Alturas City Council
At the City Council meeting on August 20, 2024, Cheryl Nelson was honored for her twenty years of dedicated service to the Alturas City Council. Nelson, who first took office in March 2004, has been […]

Scam Targeting Modoc County Residents Claims “Sanctuary City” Status Change
Residents in Modoc County have reported receiving misleading mailers warning that Alturas could soon be declared a “Sanctuary City,” urging recipients to send money and sign a referendum against the alleged change. The letter, appearing […]

JV Volleyball Battles Hard, Shows Improvement Despite Tough Losses
The Modoc JV volleyball team faced a challenging stretch of games, falling to Mt. Shasta, Trinity, and Fall River over the past week. Despite the losses, the team is showing signs of improvement as they […]

Tragic Accident Claims Two Lives, Injures One Near Klamath Falls
By: Chelsea Bacon Three residents from Alturas were involved in a fatal collision while traveling North to Klamath Falls, OR earlier this week. The driver reportedly slumped over the wheel all of a sudden, accelerating […]

Local Retailers Sponsor Purple Ribbon Campaign for Modoc County Victim Services
October marks National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and educating the public on a critical issue that affects communities nationwide. In the U.S., domestic violence accounts for roughly 20 percent […]

Heart T Hogs Hosts 3rd Annual Christmas Photo Shoot at Modoc Farm Supply
Heart T Hogs celebrated their 3rd Annual Christmas Photo Shoot this year at Modoc Farm Supply, bringing festive cheer and community spirit to the holiday season. Local photographer Ahslea Lloyd skillfully captured the event, delivering […]