The Modoc District Fair was August 23 – 25 with many people coming out to enjoy rides, great food, friendly games and community.
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Local Schools Participate in National Fire Prevention Week Activities
Schools across Modoc County marked National Fire Prevention Week with educational activities to raise awareness about fire safety. Students from Tulelake Elementary School, Alturas Elementary School, Big Valley Elementary, Modoc Vineyard Academy, and Alternative Home […]
Don’t forget to turn your clocks Back
On Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 2:00 a.m., Daylight Saving Time ends, and clocks will be set back one hour to standard time. This “fall back” shift gives us an extra hour, so remember to […]
‘Bow Wow Meow Luau’tickets benefit HPHS
High Plateau Humane Society is gearing up for the spring fundraiser event Bow Wow Meow Luau. This fun filled evening with friends, great food and most importantly, a way to help the animals in our […]
Reno Casino shooting kills three, injures several; suspect in custody
A gunman opened fire outside the Grand Sierra Resort casino early Monday morning, killing three people and wounding at least three others before police shot and arrested him, authorities said. The incident began around 7:25 […]
All 2,500 ducks sold for annual Alturas Rotary Club race; $10K grand prize goes to local winner
The Alturas Rotary Club’s return of the duck race made a splash again this year, with all 2,500 plastic ducks claimed ahead of Saturday’s event. The race, held just after the Fandango Days parade, brought […]
Newton Provides Update on St. Francis Demolition
More than six months after a suspected arson fire destroyed the historic St. Francis Hotel, the charred remains of the structure still stand on Main Street. However, progress may finally be underway toward clearing the […]
Another Great Children’s Theater Performance
By Shaelene Tims Last weekend, the Missoula Children’s Theater presented Pinocchio at the local theater, featuring a lively cast of 62 local kids. This was one of the best turn outs in a long time! […]
White Bear Construction: Building the Future from the Ground Up in Modoc County
“Our proudest achievement is that we’ve done it with a small crew of local people from Modoc County,” says President Amanda Hoy. At the crossroads of tenacity, tradition, and technical expertise stands White Bear Construction, […]
Staying Power: Modoc County’s Aging Population and the Youth Who Choose To Return
In Modoc County, quiet rural roads lead to a serious challenge: a rapidly aging population. With nearly one in three residents now over the age of 60, this remote corner of northeastern California is facing […]
California Sheriffs Urge Full Funding for Proposition 36
The California State Sheriffs’ Association is calling on lawmakers to fully fund Proposition 36, warning that the current state budget plan falls short of what’s needed to support the voter-approved initiative targeting retail theft and […]
Healthcare Affordability at Risk
Covered California has reached a record 1.98 million enrollees for 2025, with 345,711 new sign-ups. This marks four consecutive years of growth, driven by enhanced premium tax credits and California’s Cost-Sharing Reduction program. “California’s uninsured […]
Shasta County Detectives Make Arrest in Connection to Cold Case
Shasta County detectives have arrested a man in Tucson, Arizona, in the 40-year-old killing of 18-year-old Terrance “Terry” Arndt and the rape of an 18-year-old woman near Burney in 1984. Arndt and the woman were […]
Modoc County Record E-edition: Aug 22, 2024
You can read the latest news and updated in the digital version of our issue.
Marching Forward: Recognizing Women’s Impact in History and Today
By: Shaelene Tims March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor the achievements and contributions of women throughout history. It started as a local event in California and grew into a national observance, recognizing […]
Free Art Classes for Local Youth at The Art Center This Fall
Aspiring young artists in Modoc County have a golden opportunity this fall, as The Art Center in Alturas announces a series of free art classes for students aged 13 to 24. Sponsored by MHSA funding, […]
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