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Authorities Say Modoc County Bomb Threat is Unfounded
Authorities have deemed an alleged bomb threat in Alturas on Saturday as unfounded, according to a press release from the Modoc County Sheriff’s Office. Stephanie Wellemeyer, the Modoc County auditor, county clerk and registrar of […]

Free Film, Speaker Panel on Regenerative Agriculture
This June, the UC Cooperative Extension will host a film program and panel discussion highlighting land stewardship and how it impacts the local food supply, with showings in Modoc, Lassen, and Siskiyou Counties. The “Cows […]

Modoc Fire Safe Council Hosts General Meeting to Highlight Defensible Space Program
The Modoc Fire Safe Council is pleased to announce its upcoming General Meeting, where community members will have the opportunity to learn more about the Defensible Space Program. This vital initiative aims to empower residents […]

USPS Traffic Collision Impacts Mail Delivery
A USPS boxed truck transporting mail northbound to Alturas ran off the road and overturned south of Madeline Monday morning. Fortunately, the truck’s lid remained securely closed, minimizing damage to the contents inside. However, the […]

Five Modoc High Students Make History with McConnell Scholarships
‘Breakout Quote’ Ken Labaw “I am so beyond appreciative for the opportunity the McConnell Foundation has given me. I am grateful for the ups in my life, as well as the downs. This is one […]

CDAA Urges Lawmakers to Reinstate Protections for Teen Trafficking Victims
The Modoc County District Attorney’s Office announced on its Facebook page that the California District Attorneys Association (CDAA) is urging lawmakers to reinstate critical provisions in Assembly Bill 379 (AB 379). These provisions were originally […]

Livestock Grazing Plays Key Role in Wildfire Prevention Across Modoc County
Livestock grazing is proving to be a valuable tool in reducing wildfire risk, especially across California’s rangelands and in rural communities like Modoc County. By consuming dry grasses and herbaceous plants, cattle help reduce fine […]
Alturas Resident Arrested and Charged with Multiple Felonies
Photo provided by Modoc County Sheriffs Office Maxwell Reynolds, 23, of Alturas, was arrested on February 21, 2025, and charged with multiple felony offenses, including violations of California Penal Code sections 288.4(b), 311.4(c), 288.2(a)(2), 311.1(a), […]

Modoc JV Boys Fall to Trinity, Look Ahead to Rematch
The Modoc JV boys basketball team faced a tough loss to Trinity, falling 30-43 in their recent matchup. Despite their best efforts, the Braves struggled to keep pace with a strong Trinity offense, particularly in […]

Modoc Braves Face Back to Back Wins Against Trinity and Fall River
Modoc made it two straight wins over Trinity, cruising to a commanding 8-2 victory on Friday. With this latest triumph, the Braves have now tallied six wins this season by margins of more than five […]

First Sid Collins Memorial Scholarship awarded to Modoc girl
The first Sid Cullins Memorial Scholarship was awarded this week during Senior Awards Night at Modoc High School, honoring the memory of longtime Alturas Police Officer Sid Cullins. The $3,000 scholarship was presented by Officer […]

Summer Meals Move to Alturas Elementary
By: Shaelene Tims The Modoc Joint Unified School District will operate its summer meal program out of Alturas Elementary School this year, due to ongoing construction at Modoc Middle School. Free breakfast and lunch will […]

Packed Town Hall Meeting in Modoc County Sparks Debate Over Wolf Management
Tensions Rise at Modoc County Town Hall Over Wolf Policy More than 300 residents gathered Tuesday night for a highly anticipated town hall meeting in Modoc County, where frustration over wolf management policies took center […]

Working Together to Save Lives: Q&A
First responders from Modoc County EMS, Cal Fire, and the Alturas Rural Fire Department conducted a joint training exercise last weekend to improve emergency preparedness and coordination. The focus was vehicle extrication—a lifesaving skill essential […]

Little Gloves, Big Dreams: T-Ballers Gear Up for Opening Day
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Modoc County Farm Bureau hosts 94th Annual Dinner and Auction
By: Jamie Wheeler Modoc County Farm Bureau hosted its 94 th annual dinner and auction Saturday, November 2nd at the Sacred Heart Parish hall. A wonderful dinner of tri-tip, ribs, baked potato, salad, and bread, […]