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Alturas April 18, 2024

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

by Staff Writer

The Alturas Rotary Club hosted the October Brewfest and the proceeds were dedicated to the Modoc District Fair for outdoor tables and benches. Sandy Stevenson (left) was the chairperson for the October Brewfest, Macey Von Rader (center) received the $2,000 check on behalf of the Modoc District Fair Board, and Gail Eppler (right), President of the Alturas Rotary Club presented the check.

The 2024 Modoc District Fair is scheduled the last weekend in August and the new tables and benches will be appreciated by many fair attendees.

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Alturas August 15, 2024

Majestic Mule Deer Bucks by Alturas Catholic Church

by Staff Writer

Photos by Lea Huetteman In the afternoon, a visit to the Alturas Catholic Church offers a unique wildlife spectacle. Several stunning Mule deer bucks can be observed resting nearby, their antlers still covered in velvet. […]

Alturas October 27, 2024

Modoc Middle School Wins Tournament of Champions in Volleyball

by Staff Writer

Modoc Middle School Silver Team 1st Place in the Tournament of Champions held in Surprise Valley. Back row: Riley Prince Middle Row: Assistant Coach Jodie Veverka, Kaylin Mohr, Jessie Hill, Kinsley Veverka, Evelyn Elders, Sydney […]

Alturas September 25, 2024

BLAST OF FUN at ALTURAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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On a cloudy, downpour and hail, minimum day, twenty-two Friday Night Live Kids-West members opened a second Chapter year on September 11, 2024 with getting to know each other. Several previous 4th-graders returned as 5th-graders, […]

Alturas February 26, 2025

Modoc Dominates Hamilton, Advances in Playoffs

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The Modoc High School Varsity Girls Basketball team continued their dominant run in the playoffs, securing a commanding 59-13 victory over Hamilton on Thursday night. With the win, Modoc extended their impressive streak, having won […]

Alturas May 2, 2025

Surprise Valley Youth Take Efforts to Reduce Underage Drinking

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Friday Night Live-East is one of six after-school chapters of the Modoc County Friday Night Live Partnership for students in grades 9-12 at Surprise Valley High School. The work of those youth gained them attention […]

Alturas April 25, 2024

American Legion Holding a Pancake Breakfast

by Staff Writer

American Legion Post 163 invites you to a Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, May 4th from 8 am – 10 am at the Veterans Memorial Hall located at 508 S Main Street in Alturas. Menu includes […]

Alturas March 19, 2025

Five Interesting Ways to Use Virtual Fences

by Staff Writer

By Janyne Little University of California Cooperative Extension Managing cattle across vast rangelands has long been a complex challenge for ranchers and land managers. Conventional barbed wire fencing methods, while effective, can be costly, labor-intensive, […]

Alturas December 24, 2024

Modoc High School to Transition to Traditional Bell Schedule in 2025-2026 School Year

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Modoc High School announced a significant schedule change for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year, with plans to transition from a block schedule to a traditional seven-period day. This shift, pending approval from the Governing Board, […]

Alturas October 28, 2024

Community Justice Partners Bring National Speaker to Modoc Schools, Teaches Healthy Relationships

by Staff Writer

Nationally recognized motivational speaker and former Miss R.I., Ashley Bendiksen, visited Modoc County teens on Tuesday, Oct. 14. Focusing on the importance of healthy relationships, positive mental health, and understanding teen dating violence, Ashley gave […]

Alturas April 14, 2024

Opening Day was a huge success. The community kicked off the morning with a tasty pancake breakfast provided by the Sheriffs Department and a sweet opening ceremony then every field was buzzing all day long with family, friends, and future stars

by Staff Writer

Alturas February 4, 2025

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Congratulations to Modoc High School Wrestling on another Shasta Cascade League Championship! And congratulations to Modoc High Schools Individual champions and all leagues as well as the rest of the team that went out and […]

Alturas May 29, 2025

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by Staff Writer

As Modoc High School prepares to say goodbye to longtime teacher Rodney Grier, the Career and Technical Education instructor is leaving behind more than memories—he’s leaving a piece of himself in the form of a […]

Alturas December 20, 2024

Heart T Hogs Hosts 3rd Annual Christmas Photo Shoot at Modoc Farm Supply

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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 […]

Alturas October 7, 2024

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Friday for Homecoming Junior Varsity went against Lakeview and held strong in their defense and ended up taking home the win.

Alturas October 15, 2024

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By: Marie Garceau DRS October is National Bullying Prevention Month, increasing awareness about bullying and prevention programs designed to help kids and adults. Anti-bullying campaigns help communities and individuals within them create supportive and safe […]

Alturas November 13, 2024

Modoc County Cattlemen Celebrate Lifetime Achievement and Cattlemen of the year Awards

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The Modoc County Cattlemen held their annual awards dinner and meeting on November 8th at the Brass Rail. Jesse Harris, MCCA President, preceded over the meeting with Ryan DePaul, Vice-President. County Directors include Bill Wilson, […]

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