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Modoc High Wrestling Team Competes at the 42nd Annual Corning Tournament
The Modoc High Wrestling boys recently participated in the 42nd Annual Corning Tournament on January 18th, showcasing their hard work and determination. The team achieved the following results: Additionally, the girls will compete at the […]
Officer Core Alturas Lodge 1756 for 2024-2025
Top Row: David Holman, Joe Moreo, Jim Rollins, Dan Vierra, Curtis Schmidt, Curtis Leslie Bottom Row Left to Right: Steve Riley, Craig Flournoy, Alex Moreo, Exalter Riler, Sal Castellanos, Jo Cheney, Tyler Stains, Danny Parker.
Community Volunteers Tackle Yard Clean-Up in Wildfire Preparedness Effort
As part of National 4-H and Fire Preparedness Week, local volunteers from Modoc County 4-H, the Modoc Fire Safe Council, and the Alturas Sunrise Rotary joined forces to help a community member clean up her […]
SFHC Native Youth Board Leads Effort to Preserve Modoc Braves Mascot Amid New State Law
The Strong Family Health Center’s (SFHC) Native Youth Board consisting of Chairperson Saige Townsend-Brown: Pit River Kosalekte and Paiute, Vice-Chairperson Justin Holloway: La Jolla Band of Luiseno Indians, Secretary Savannah French-Connors: Pit River Madesi and […]
Hadwick Brings Highland Cattle to Capitol for Ag Day
By Shaelene Tims Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick (R-Alturas) joined farmers and ranchers at the State Capitol on March 19 for California Agriculture Day, an annual event celebrating the state’s farm and ranch economy. Hadwick and her […]
Looking Back
113 Years Ago – 1911 MODOC HIGH School completed this year with a 23 percent enrollment increase. There are 28 boys and 43 girls now enrolled; however, attendance was only 53.4 percent. . The Town […]
Alturas Rural Fire Hosts Annual Christmas Movie Event
The Alturas Rural Fire Department invites the community to its annual Christmas movie event at the Niles Theater on Saturday, Dec. 7. This year’s featured film is Elliot: The Littlest Reindeer. Doors will open at […]
Federal Education Cuts Raise Questions for Local Schools
By Staff Writer As the federal government moves to downsize the U.S. Department of Education (DOE), rural communities like Modoc County could see changes to school funding and programs. While supporters argue that eliminating the […]
Modoc County Acquires Specialized Snowcat for Critical Operations
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors has approved the purchase of a 1987 LMC 1500 Snowcat for $56,306.25, including California sales tax. This acquisition will play a crucial role in maintaining essential infrastructure and enhancing […]
Modoc JV Girls Basketball Dominates Bonanza in 51-9 Victory
The Modoc Junior Varsity Girls Basketball team delivered a commanding performance on Tuesday, defeating Bonanza High School 51-9. The Braves set the tone early, scoring 26 points in the first quarter while limiting the Bonanza […]
Tragic Accident on Hwy 139 Claims Life of 9-Year-Old, Injures Two Others
A devastating accident occurred on the morning of Saturday, November 16th, on Highway 139, south of County Road 91, claiming the life of 9-year-old Addilynne Sheila Mae Marie Schibbelhut and leaving two others with moderate […]
Casey Cockrell Sworn In as Modoc County Supervisor for District 4
On January 6, 2024, Modoc County celebrated the swearing-in ceremony of Casey Cockrell as the newly elected County Supervisor for District 4. The event, held at the Modoc County Courthouse, marked the beginning of Cockrell’s […]
Modoc Varsity Football Takes Home the Win Against Portola
The Modoc Braves secured a 31-20 victory over the Portola Tigers on Friday, thanks to a strong rushing attack, solid defense, and standout special teams. Modoc’s offensive line led the way, helping the team rack […]
Alturas Elementary Students Dress as Tacky the Penguin to Wrap Up Polar Animals Unit
Mrs. Rulison’s class at Alturas Elementary School brought their study of polar animals to a lively close on Friday, Jan. 24, by dressing up as Tacky the Penguin, the lovable character from Helen Lester’s children’s […]
Gatherings
Thursday April 25th MORT-ALS (Modoc Outdoor Recreation & Tourism – America’s Land Stewards) Thursday April 25, 2024 ~ 4:00 p.m. Modoc National Wildlife Refuge Co. Rd. 115, Alturas Elks Dinner Meeting The Lodge opens up […]
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