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Three generations of Modoc Royalty
Three generations of Modoc Royalty. In 1978 Brandy Lynn Wilson (Malcolm) was crowned Little Miss Fandango. In 2017 Brandy’s son Richard “Pete” Malcolm was crowned Little Mr Fandango. This past weekend Brandy’s granddaughters Ava and […]
Get involved in the Modoc Fair event
Modoc skies have been serving up some spectacular sunrises and sunsets and migratory birds and wildlife arereturning to the area. Soon, area livestock will also be returning to the range. This means it is a […]

Modoc NF Finishing New Middle Fork Parker Creek Bridge
Press Release Provided by Modoc National Forest Modoc National Forest personnel and contractors are working hard to finish bridge work so everyone can freely access our national forest. On August 7th, the delivery and placement […]

Clear Fire Contained
The Clear Fire has reached 100% containment, with fire crews continuing mop-up operations in the coming days, according to the latest update from Modoc National Forest officials. This will be the final report unless significant […]

JLS is coming in June 17th-22nd
The Modoc County Junior Livestock Show and Sale (usually referred to as “JLS”) is just around the corner-June 17th-22nd, 2024. Local 4-H and FFA members exhibit and sell their market animals at the Friday night […]

Modoc Family Pharmacy to Replace Rite Aid in Alturas
The long-standing Rite Aid at 432 North Main Street in Alturas, CA, will soon transition to new ownership and a fresh identity. Although the location will remain open, it will no longer operate under the […]

Modoc National Forest Scoping Notice
Press Release from Modoc National Forest The Modoc National Forest (MDF) would like to notify interested and affected parties of its proposal to reauthorize multiple grazing permits on seven allotments with active grazing permits. Our […]

Mosquito breeding season is among us
How to Avoid Mosquito Breeding and Protect Yourself from Bites As summer approaches, the threat of mosquitoes and the diseases they can transmit becomes a significant concern. Mosquitoes are more than just a nuisance; they […]

Toxic Algae Alert for Turner Creek for Near or On the Modoc NF
By Suzi Johnson California Department of Water Resources and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife have issued an Algal mat alert for Turner Creek ~0.6mi above Pit River near or on the Modoc National […]

School Thing
Jack Eddy, teacher of World History, US History, and Government/Economics, has demonstrated his worthiness of the Modocer of the Month title. He consistently aids students in need, showcasing his sincere dedication to their learning. Always […]
Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, We want to thank the Modoc County Sheriff’s Posse for putting on the horse show in memory of our daughter Aimee. We know how much work goes into putting it on. She loved […]

Celebration of Life for Jeff Sheetz
Please join us on June 22 at the Niles at 2 p.m. to share memories, stories and enjoy time with each other as we Celebrate the Life of Jeff Sheetz. Hors d’oeuvres will be provided.

Modoc 4-H Shooting Sports Team
The Modoc 4H “Dirt Squirrels” Shooting Sports team competed in our Annual Top Shot Competition on Sunday April 14th. We had 22 members compete, disciplines offered were Rifle, Shotgun, Pistol, Muzzleloader and Archery. Our Top […]

Last Chance to put in your Big Game Draw is June 2nd
Tags for elk, pronghorn, bighorn sheep, and premium deer hunts are for sale online California hunters eagerly anticipating the upcoming big game season can now apply for tags through the California Department of Fish and […]
Modoc County Sheriff’s Office Bookings
As of Monday, there are 21 people in the Modoc County Jail, 4 females and 17 males. Jail capacity is 43. 05/27/24 WICKS, Oddin (age 41, Alturas) Arrested for criminal threats, disturbing the peace, and […]

Get your Burn Permits
Effective Wednesday, May 1, 2024, the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Lassen-Modoc Unit will require dooryard burning permits for residential burning within Lassen, Modoc, and Plumas Counties. Burn Permits are available online […]