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40th Annual Masten Ramsey Stock Horse Jubilee
The 40th Annual Masten Ramsey Stock Horse Jubilee took place last weekend, attracting numerous participants from the local community. Saturday’s schedule included various single horse events and a Calcutta for the junior team events. On […]

Modoc County Unites to Celebrate Red Ribbon Week
By: Heather Hadwick The entire Modoc County community is gearing up for a week-long celebration of Red Ribbon Week, from October 21st to October 25th. Modoc County Office of Education (MCOE) and the Modoc County […]

When Waiting Is The Only Option
By Shaelene Tims For residents of rural California, access to healthcare is often a waiting game. Appointments cantake months, and for many, a routine doctor’s visit means driving hours to the nearest provider. Hospitals such […]
Earthquakes on Sheldon
There have been 24 earthquakes on the Sheldon Refuge, east of Fort Bidwell, in the last ten days. The majority of them are micro quakes, and can’t be felt by residents in the area. – […]

Legendary Artists Celebrate 50 Years in Music in 2025
The year 2025 marks an incredible milestone for some of the most legendary musicians and bands, as they celebrate 50 years in the industry. These artists have shaped music for generations, and many are honoring […]

Summer Camping Update
Campers planning a trip to the Modoc National Forest this summer will find most sites open, but officials warn that drinking water at many locations is not yet safe without boiling. All campgrounds in the […]

Modoc County Record E-edition: July 18, 2024
You can read the latest news and updated in the digital version of our issue.

California Needs New Model for Rural Maternity Care
By Sen. Megan Dahle Nobody wants to land in the hospital, but the one time most of us are happy to be there is to see the miracle of childbirth safely and professionally attended. After […]

Modoc National Forest Supervisor’s Office Closed for Building Maintenance Nov. 6th -8th
The Modoc National Forest Supervisor’s Office will be closed for building maintenance from Wednesday, November 6, through Friday, November 8. We encourage you to visit our District Offices for any permit needs. The Big Valley […]

UPSTATE CALIFORNIA CREATIVE CORPS UNVEILS IMPACT REPORT AND FILM SERIES SHOWCASING PROGRESS AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF 80 GRANTEES
Upstate California Creative Corps presents its Impact Report and Film Series, highlighting creative achievement and economic and social impacts in California’s northernmost rural regions since the program’s launch in October 2022. The California Creative Corps […]

Alturas Citizens Seek Clarity After Dog Pound Charges Don’t Add Up
An unexpected gap in a city dog-pound bill has Alturas residents asking how closely the city tracks its small fees. The issue began last fall, when a 19-day impound led to a $170 receipt. By […]

Camping Season is Coming
Camping season is fast approaching, and forest visitors are reminded to practice responsible recreation. To protect the natural resources of Modoc National Forest, a forest order has been put in place for the upcoming 2025 […]

Compensation Programs Fall Short
Wolves have moved from the ridges right up to front doors. Since late March the Modoc County Sheriff’s Office has logged 12 pasture intrusions and three calf kills within sight of ranch homes. In nearby […]

CDAA Urges Lawmakers to Reinstate Protections for Teen Trafficking Victims
The Modoc County District Attorney’s Office announced on its Facebook page that the California District Attorneys Association (CDAA) is urging lawmakers to reinstate critical provisions in Assembly Bill 379 (AB 379). These provisions were originally […]

Modoc County Sheriff’s Office Focuses on Hazard Plans
The Modoc County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the Public’s participation in filling out a survey about Modoc County Hazard Mitigation Plan. The Modoc County Office of Emergency Services is in the process of updating […]