Alturas Rotary Club presents $2,000 to the Modoc District Fair

On Friday, April 19, 2024, a blaze rattled the tranquility of N. East Street, leaving residents shaken by a sudden explosion and blowing smoke. The incident, which occurred around 2:45 PM, prompted swift action from […]

A very happy large group of family and friends attended the annual Adult Education Graduation on June 14th in the hall of the Federated United Community Church in Alturas. The graduates received their High School […]

Conor Boyle, Ryan Weber, Jafeth Mendez, Jake Hallmark and Jordan Maddox after their big win In a grueling matchup under the scorching sun, five players from Modoc High School contributed to a triumphant 13-6 victory […]

In a bid to enhance law enforcement capabilities, Modoc County has announced the deployment of Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) across the region. The initiative, funded by Homeland Security, aims to enhance public safety through […]

The community of Alturas came together in full force on April 13th to show unwavering support for their local ball players. The day was marked by a series of events, including a commendable effort by […]

At the City Council meeting on August 20, 2024, Cheryl Nelson was honored for her twenty years of dedicated service to the Alturas City Council. Nelson, who first took office in March 2004, has been […]

By: Chelsea Bacon Three residents from Alturas were involved in a fatal collision while traveling North to Klamath Falls, OR earlier this week. The driver reportedly slumped over the wheel all of a sudden, accelerating […]

Despite heightened concerns from citizens regarding fireworks over the past week, the Alturas Fire Department responded to only one fire-related call within the community.  A fire occurred in an alley behind Maple St. The Alturas […]

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 […]

Top Row: David Holman, Joe Moreo, Jim Rollins, Dan Vierra, Curtis Schmidt, Curtis Leslie Bottom Row Left to Right: Steve Riley, Craig Flournoy, Alex Moreo, Exalter Riler, Sal Castellanos, Jo Cheney, Tyler Stains, Danny Parker.