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Summer Camping Update
Campers planning a trip to the Modoc National Forest this summer will find most sites open, but officials warn that drinking water at many locations is not yet safe without boiling. All campgrounds in the […]

Modoc County Board of Supervisors March Meetings Tackle Health Contracts, Emergency Declarations, Groundwater Management, and More
In two meetings held on March 11 and March 25, 2025, the Modoc County Board of Supervisors addressed a broad range of county business, including property transfers, emergency declarations, infrastructure updates, and interagency agreements. At […]
SHERIFF’S BLOTTER
Tuesday, March 12: 2:16 pm, responded to assist with structure fire in the Tulelake area. 5:54 pm, attempted civil service in Alturas; arrest made. Wednesday, March 13 8:03 am, responded to Newell for report of […]

Fort Bidwell launches Firewise USA
Clean-up day unites community around wildfire mitigation efforts By Allayana Martinez-Darrow for the Modoc Record As another wildfire season approaches, with the 2022 Barnes Fire reminding community members of the need to address wildfire risk, […]

How You Can Help Ensure the Continued Success of the Modoc County District Fair:
● Engage with Schools and Teachers: Reach out to local schools to encouragestudent and class participation in fair competitions and exhibits.● Plan and Lead Events: Identify events or activities you’d like to see at the2025 […]

Missing Person Case is Still Ongoing
A porch light still glows outside a Cal Pines cabin where Konrad “Kurt” Reichenberger was last seen seven years ago. The 44-year-old vanished on Jan. 13, 2018, soon after he phoned the Modoc County Sheriff’s […]

Modoc County Applauds Full Water Allocation for Klamath Project
By: Shaelene Tims For the first time since 2019, the Bureau of Reclamation has announced a full water allocation for the Klamath Project, ensuring local ranchers and farmers will receive the irrigation water they need. […]
Weather
Thursday May 16th Mostly Sunny NNE 8mph 84/40 Friday May 17th Sunny NW 14 mph 76/38 Saturday May 18th Sunny WSW 15 mph 76/38 Sunday May 19th Sunny NW 14 mph 63/33 Monday May 20th […]

White Bear Construction: Building the Future from the Ground Up in Modoc County
“Our proudest achievement is that we’ve done it with a small crew of local people from Modoc County,” says President Amanda Hoy. At the crossroads of tenacity, tradition, and technical expertise stands White Bear Construction, […]

A Journey of Innovation and Exploration for MESA Students
On April 11 2025, Modoc Middle School (MMS), Surprise Valley Jr/Sr High School (SVHS) and Tulelake High School (THS) sent fifteen RISE-MESA students to the much-anticipated Regional MESA Day at Contra Costa College in San […]

Modoc Fire Safe Council Continues Annual Defensible Space Program to Enhance Wildfire Safety
The Modoc Fire Safe Council (MFSC) is proud to continue its annual Defensible Space Program, a vital operation that has been safeguarding our community since 2004. This program aims to increase wildfire preparedness and protect […]

YOUTH EFFORTS TO COMBAT UNDERAGE DRINKING
On January 15th young people in the Friday Night Live-West (FNL) Chapter will launch a campaign to tackle Modoc County underage drinking. FNL is a youth-led program that builds partnerships for positive and healthy youth […]

Domestic Violence in Modoc County: Know Your Rights and Get Help
Domestic violence is a serious issue in Modoc County and across Northern California. In 2020, Modoc County reported 40 domestic violence-related calls for help, about 5.2 calls per 1,000 adults. While this is slightly below […]

Modoc County Record E-edition: Oct 31, 2024
You can read the latest news and updated in the digital version of our issue.

The Search for Lauren Leigh Guillen
The search for Lauren Leigh Guillen, a 34-year-old woman missing since the evening of Feb. 5, continues as family, friends and community members intensify efforts to find her. Guillen, described as 5-foot-6, 136 pounds, with […]

Alturas Man Faces 34 Charges Related to Sexual Abuse of Minors
A 37-year-old Alturas man is facing more than 30 felony charges after being arrested last week on suspicion of repeatedly sexually abusing minors, according to the Alturas Police Department. Bryant Dennis Reeves was taken into […]