Please join us on June 22 at the Niles at 2 p.m. to share memories, stories and enjoy time with each other as we Celebrate the Life of Jeff Sheetz. Hors d’oeuvres will be provided.
Celebration of Life for Jeff Sheetz

Please join us on June 22 at the Niles at 2 p.m. to share memories, stories and enjoy time with each other as we Celebrate the Life of Jeff Sheetz. Hors d’oeuvres will be provided.
On Tuesday, April 9, 2024, tragedy struck in Modoc County as authorities responded to reports of a downed aircraft near County Road 60, northwest of Likely. The Modoc County Sheriff’s Office Communication Center received a […]
Press Release Provided by Modoc National Forest The USDA Forest Service is informing partners, collaborators, and the public that the release of the draft Environmental Impact Statement for the amendment to the Northwest Forest Plan, […]
In Modoc County, the District Attorney’s Office is gearing up to observe National Crime Victims Rights Week, running from April 21st to April 27th. Established in 1981 by President Ronald Reagan, this week aims to […]
While there has been some melting of mountain snow, it is still holding on in the high elevations. For instance, there is still 93 inches of snow with 35.7 water at 7,360 feet in Dismal […]
By Suzi Johnson Acting Modoc National Forest Supervisor with family at the Sisters Rodeo Parade The Modoc National Forest is pleased to welcome Ian Reid as the interim Forest Supervisor for the next 120 days, […]
Modoc County Jail As of Monday, there are 29 people in the Modoc County Jail, 3 females and 26 males. Jail capacity is 43. There is 1 additional incarcerated person currently serving time in another […]
Multiple power outages affected the Alturas area last week, one of which had more than 2,200 customers without power throughout the county, according to Pacific Power’s outage map on Friday morning. Fortunately the outages only […]
In a thrilling doubleheader matchup, the Lady Braves triumphed over the Etna Lions, gaining big wins in both games and asserting their dominance on the diamond. The games, held on Friday, April 19th, showcased the […]
By Shelby Danley Suzi Johnson with the Modoc National Forest reported that four new fires were ignited as a result of Sunday’s lightning storm, all less than an acre in size. Of the four, three […]
By Kayla Trotter The Pit Resource Conservation District (RCD) continues work on multiple restoration opportunities on both public and private lands. Funding for these projects is through the California Climate Investments program as part of […]
By First 5 Modoc Do you love caring for children? Now is the time to start your own home-based childcare business. More than ever before, California families need reliable, high quality childcare for their infants […]
Photos provided by Lea Huetteman As temperatures soar in Modoc County, an accompanying phenomenon emerges: a notable increase in the population of farms and wildlife as mothers across the region give birth to their offspring. […]
Modoc County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested two individuals early Sunday morning after a traffic stop for expired registration that led to the discovery of drugs, driver with felony warrant and a stolen vehicle. At approximately 4:40 […]
Glass Fire is under way Firefighters Respond to Glass Fire in Doublehead Ranger District Multiple fire resources, including aircraft, engines, and crews, responded to the Glass Fire, a vegetation fire reported east of Glass Mountain […]
By Shelby Danley Recently there has been some concern amongst Modocers regarding homeowners insurance policies, particularly with Nationwide. According to one community member, “Many people have received notices from Nationwide telling them to fix issues […]
By Suzi Johnson Soup Springs Campground on the Modoc National Forest is now open for the remainder of the camping season! The campground is designed for families and offers 13 campsites, including horse corrals near […]