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Modoc County Historical Society Leads Community Effort to Fill High School Time Capsule
The Modoc County Historical Society hosted a community-wide effort to refill the Modoc High School Time Capsule, which was opened on October 30, 2024, after being sealed for 50 years. The project culminated in a […]
Stay Cool this summer at the Alturas Municipal Pool
Make your Summer Swimming Plans for 2024 Opening day for the City of Alturas Municipal Pool is June 14th. Pool schedule is to come in the near future but the City of Alturas has provided […]

Modoc High School Basketball Takes Second at Block M Tournament
The Modoc High School Boys Basketball team capped off a strong showing at the annual Block M Tournament, finishing second overall behind Portola. The three-game series showcased the team’s talent and determination, with standout performances […]

Modoc County Acquires Specialized Snowcat for Critical Operations
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors has approved the purchase of a 1987 LMC 1500 Snowcat for $56,306.25, including California sales tax. This acquisition will play a crucial role in maintaining essential infrastructure and enhancing […]

MODOC JV BRAVES TAMED THE ETNA LIONS IN A WELL FOUGHT BATTLE (20-8)
The Etna Lions were welcomed to Modoc this past Friday for the Braves last home game of the season. Both teams came to play as the rain dropped making the ball hard to carry and […]

Modoc Braves Football Winning their way to Playoffs
The Modoc Varsity Football team celebrated a decisive victory over Etna, handing them their first league loss with a final score of 43-14. Modoc’s running backs dominated the field, with Lewis Crumwell leading the charge, […]

The 2024 Wild Horse Gather is set to begin on October 28th, 2024
Press Release Provided by Modoc NF The USDA Forest Service will begin gathering 500 wild horses from the Devil’s Garden Plateau Wild Horse Territory on October 28th, 2024, to continue moving toward the 206-402 appropriate […]

Modoc Pop Warner D3 Remains Undefeated with 42-12 Victory at OSU’s Reser Stadium, Eyes South Smash Showdown with Lakeview
The Modoc Pop Warner Division 3 (1st and 2nd grade) football team continues its impressive season. On Sunday, November 3rd, they traveled to Oregon State University’s Reser Stadium to compete in the Big Smash against […]

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 […]

Modoc Braves Look to Rebound After Tough Loss, Show Growing Team Spirit
This past week, the Modoc Braves faced a challenging game against long-time rival Lakeview, ending in a 33-0 defeat. However, the team showed flashes of determination and growth that are setting the stage for a […]

Small Changes Make Big Difference Modoc High School Band Amplifies School Spirit
Over the last four years, Modoc High School’s band program has amplified the school spirit with its musical excellence. Both individually and as a group, student voices — and their instruments — are being heard […]

Proposed Medicaid Cuts and Expiring Telehealth Coverage Could Threaten Modoc County Seniors’ Care
By: Staff Writer House Republicans recently approved a budget proposal that includes deep cuts to Medicaid, raising concerns about its impact on California’s Medi-Cal program and rural communities like Surprise Valley and the broader Modoc […]

MHS Wrestling competes in 2025 High Desert Classic
Modoc High School wrestlers competed in the 2025 High Desert Classic at Mazama High School in Klamath Falls, Oregon, on January 11th. Modoc High School students Olivia Addison and Lewis Crumwell took first in their […]

Modoc National Forest Welcomes New Acting Forest Supervisor
The Modoc National Forest is pleased to welcome Matthew Bokach as the interim Forest Supervisor for the next 120 days, starting December 9th. Matthew has served as the District Ranger of the San Gabriel Mountains […]

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 […]

Federal Education Cuts Raise Questions for Local Schools
By Staff Writer As the federal government moves to downsize the U.S. Department of Education (DOE), rural communities like Modoc County could see changes to school funding and programs. While supporters argue that eliminating the […]