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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By Shaelene Tims In the early hours of Feb. 28, resident and biologist Nadia El Adili woke to find two goats and one sheep—animals she considered family pets—killed by a mountain lion on her Fort […]

Alturas Rotary brings back Great Duck Race after 23 years to float fun and fund community causes
By Chelsea Bacon After a 23-year hiatus, the rubber ducks are making their return to Alturas. The Rotary Clubs of Alturas are reviving the beloved Great Rotary Duck Race on Saturday, July 5, following the […]

Modoc Judge Recall Petition Circulates
A group of Modoc County residents says it is circulating a petition to recall Presiding Judge Wendy J. Dier, citing concerns about how criminal cases are handled. Shaney Crosby, a Modoc County resident helping gather […]

Hike to Bumpass Hell Now Open in Lassen Volcanic National Park
One of Northern California’s most dramatic hiking trails is open for the season. The Bumpass Hell Trail, located in Lassen Volcanic National Park, is now clear of snow and ready for summer visitors. The trail […]

What Modoc County Pet Owners Need to Know About Leash Laws and Loose Animals
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 […]

Youth Reels in Fun at Annual Fishing Derby at Ash Creek Wildlife Area
The Ash Creek Wildlife Area was buzzing with excitement and splashing lines as young anglers gathered for the Annual Fishing Derby held on June 14th. The event, which ran from 7 AM to 12 PM, […]

Students Shine at STEM Preliminaries
On February 21st and February 28th, 2025, a collaboration of Surprise Valley Jr/Sr High School, Tulelake High School, Modoc Middle and Modoc High Schools, and Alturas Elementary brought sixty enthusiastic students together for competitive MESA […]

ROTARY FISH DERBY COMING MAY 31!
The 74th Annual Rotary Kids’ Fish Derby is scheduled this year for Saturday May 31st to be held at Pine Creek Reservoir near Alturas. Check-in is at 8:30 a.m., with poles in the water fishing […]

Lassen Board of Supervisors Spring Outlook
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Mt. Shasta Man Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash on State Route 139
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Welcome to Our First Email Newsletter!
Dear Reader, We’re excited to welcome you to our very first email newsletter! Initially, we’ll be sending these out once a week, with plans to add a second edition focused on local sports in the […]

Modoc County Record E-edition: Nov 21, 2024
You can read the latest news and updated in the digital version of our issue.

Seasonal Workers Wanted
California State Parks’ North Coast Redwoods District has announced multiple seasonal job openings for Maintenance Aides and Park Aides. These positions offer a chance to help preserve the scenic redwood forests of Humboldt County while […]

Modoc County Record E-edition: Oct 10, 2024
You can read the latest news and updated in the digital version of our issue.

Burner Citizens Descend to Modoc County
Following the conclusion of the annual Burning Man festival, attendees have flocked to Modoc County, bringing with them stories, art, and the unmistakable dust of Nevada’s Black Rock Desert. The event wrapped up this past […]

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 […]