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Modoc County Record E-edition: July 4, 2024

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A dog running loose in Modoc County might be more than a neighborhood nuisance—it could lead to fines, impoundment or worse. Both the City of Alturas and Modoc County have strict rules on dogs at […]
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By Karen Haines We, the Board of Directors of the Modoc Feline Humane Society are excited to announce our newly created 501(c)(3) non-profit organization! You may wonder – why start another humane society? The short […]
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors has approved a new contract with Fink Funeral Inc. to handle the removal and transportation of deceased individuals from death scenes throughout the county. The agreement covers services from […]
The year 2025 marks an incredible milestone for some of the most legendary musicians and bands, as they celebrate 50 years in the industry. These artists have shaped music for generations, and many are honoring […]
“A Day which will live in infamy” were the words spoken by President Franklin D Roosevelt about the attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii on December 7, 1941 were 2,403 citizens of the United States who […]
By Chelsea Bacon The Bottle Shop, a well-known local liquor store in Alturas, has been temporarily closed following a fire that broke out Wednesday September 11th in the morning. While authorities have yet to release […]
Modoc County residents and visitors will have no shortage of events to enjoy this Independence Day weekend, with celebrations planned in nearly every corner of the region. From parades and food to live music and […]
The Alturas FFA chapter is organizing a dog and cat supply drive to support the High Plateau Humane Society in honor of National FFA Week. Community members are encouraged to donate pet food, toys, supplies, […]
Debra Harris has capably stepped into her new position as the Alturas Postmaster and is happy to be back in Alturas. Harris was officially appointed as the Alturas Postmaster on Jan. 27, 2024, and started […]
Modoc Harvest invites applications from passionate and dedicated individuals interested in joining our Board of Directors. As a nonprofit organization focused on local food access and education, we seek candidates who can contribute to our […]
As of May 13, 2025, the Rite Aid store located at 432 North Main Street in Alturas, California, remains operational and has not been listed for closure. However, this status may only be temporary as […]
By Janice Betian In a rare display of political unity, more than 80 residents of Modoc County— Republicans, Democrats and Independents—gathered at the Alturas Veterans of Foreign Wars building this past weekend in a peaceful […]
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A man traveling through Adin Pass on Thursday night was involved in a single-vehicle accident that resulted in injuries, requiring medical treatment. His loyal companion, a dog named Ruby, was with him at the time […]
By: Shaelene Tims It was an ordinary spring morning in California’s northeastern high desert when Surprise Valley plein-air painter Jean LeGassick noticed an extraordinary visitor outside her studio window: a rose-breasted grosbeak — an immature […]