In a recent article, we misstated Heather Hadwick’s current role. She is presently with the Modoc County Office of Education, focusing on safety and emergency preparedness for schools. Previously, she served as the Deputy OES Director and County 4H Coordinator. We apologize for any confusion this may have caused.
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Drunk Driver Crashes Truck Into Alturas Home, Arrested for DUI
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Mountain Lion Captured After Hyampom Attack: Officials Urge Outdoor Caution
A mountain lion that attacked a summer camp employee near Hyampom on June 14 has been located and euthanized, following a multi-agency search coordinated by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. The incident happened […]

Alturas Rite Aid Still Open as Company Moves to Sell Off Assets and End Operations Nationwide
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Avoid Drinking Too Much Alcohol This Holiday Season
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Beverley Palmer-Brown Modoc County Cattlewomen of the Year
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SHERIFF’S BLOTTER
Tuesday, March 12: 2:16 pm, responded to assist with structure fire in the Tulelake area. 5:54 pm, attempted civil service in Alturas; arrest made. Wednesday, March 13 8:03 am, responded to Newell for report of […]

Modoc National Forest Begins Fall Prescribed Burning
The Modoc National Forest began fall prescribed burning last week and will continue into the coming weeks. Prescribed burns will take place on both the West and East sides of the forest, enhancing its overall […]

Modoc County seeks donations for statewide charity auction
Modoc County officials are calling on local businesses and residents to help fill the county’s auction basket for the Rural County Representatives of California’s annual conference this fall. Each year, RCRC — a 40-member service […]

Bottle Shop in Alturas Closed Due to Fire
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New Amazon Delivery Station in Klamath Falls Promises Faster Deliveries for Modoc County
In a welcome boost for residents of Modoc County, Amazon has opened a new 19,000-square-foot delivery station on Altamont Drive in Klamath Falls. This facility is set to significantly improve delivery times and reliability for […]
BLM proposes stronger greater sage-grouse conservation plans
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is announcing a draft plan to strengthen greater sage-grouse conservation and management on public lands, informed by the best-available science and input from local, state, federal, and Tribal partners. […]

Alturas Resident Dies in Tree Trimming Accident in Lake City
50-year-old Alturas resident, William Sainsbury, tragically lost his life on Sunday while trimming a tree on Williams Street in Lake City. Sainsbury was working from an elevated position when he fell while handling a chainsaw, […]

Closures Set to Begin April 28 on State Route 139
Intermittent full closures will begin Monday, April 28, on State Route 139 as part of a scheduled road improvement project, the California Department of Transportation announced. The highway will be closed to all traffic on […]

Willow Fire Contained After Swift Response From Fire Crews
The Willow Fire that began last week near Alturas is now fully contained. Fire crews reported 100% containment June 14th, according to the U.S. Forest Service-Modoc National Forest Facebook page , with mop-up work continuing […]