


Photos all by Bear Press Photography.
Photos all by Bear Press Photography.
By Shaelene Tims Federal workforce reductions are hitting rural communities hard, and Modoc County is feeling the impact. While recent layoffs have made national headlines, their effects are being felt locally, particularly among U.S. Forest […]
Modoc Wrestling earned third place overall in Division III out of 22 teams this past weekend at the Division III/IV tournament, hosted in Griswold Gym at Modoc High School. Eight wrestlers from the team have […]
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 […]
Rite Aid has confirmed that its Alturas store, located at 432 North Main Street, will remain open despite ongoing restructuring efforts within the company. In a statement provided to the Modoc Record, Rite Aid Corporate […]
The Modoc County Building and Safety Department is offering free pre-approved housing plans as part of an effort to encourage affordable housing and simplify the building permit process. The plans, designed by local designer Michelle […]
Oh Hail, Snow is on the Way in Alturas
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 […]
By Shaelene Tims For residents of rural California, access to healthcare is often a waiting game. Appointments cantake months, and for many, a routine doctor’s visit means driving hours to the nearest provider. Hospitals such […]
Firefighters contained a vegetation fire in Adin on October 8 after it spread to 15 acres, prompting an evacuation order for the nearby town. The fire, which started around noon near the local cemetery, was […]
By Chelsea Bacon Richard Elsea has found himself in legal trouble once again, following his second arrest on August 11, 2024. This time, he faces serious charges including felony criminal threats, misdemeanor resisting arrest, and […]
By Shelby Danley The massive “Park Fire” started in Upper Bidwell Park, East of Chico last week, which exploded very quickly and has blanketed Modoc County in thick smoke ever since. As fires like this […]
Weed defeated Modoc 35-30 Friday night in a hard-fought game. Modoc’s offense had a great rushing attack and the defense did an excellent job corralling the Cougar’s offense. Wyatt Valena believes in the Modoc Braves […]
A man has been arrested in Upper Cal Pines in connection to fires that took place over a week ago. The suspect, taken into custody in Sutter Creek, faces several charges, including taking a vehicle […]
Each year, the Rotary Club of Alturas identifies needs within our community and decides which situations we can address. This year, in the far northeastern corner of California, where temperatures dropped well below freezing for […]
By Shelby Danley Modoc High School (MHS) held its first College & Career Fair in almost eight years last week, thanks to the coordination efforts of Jill Steinbrook-Cory and Chantz Witt from College Options! The […]
By Chelsea Bacon Modoc County officials have confirmed that human remains discovered last year belong to Nicholas Robert Patterson, a member of the Pit River Tribe who went missing in January 2020. Patterson was 26 […]