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Modoc County Record E-edition: Aug 01, 2024
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Drunk Rampage: Alturas Community Shaken as Mailbox Vandal Causes Chaos
In a bizarre and destructive incident on Friday, April 5th, an intoxicated individual wreaked havoc along West Fourth St. in Alturas, leaving a trail of destroyed mailboxes in their path. The reckless act prompted a […]
Fatal Single-Vehicle Collision on US-395
A tragic single-vehicle accident on Friday, January 10, 2025, resulted in the death of Jonathan Swift Hurt II, a 62-year-old resident of Reno, Nevada. The fatal collision occurred on US-395, north of County Road 53, […]
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 […]
California Adds Three New State Symbols: Dungeness Crab, Banana Slug, Black Abalone Shell
Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed legislation establishing three new state symbols: the Dungeness crab as the official state crustacean, the banana slug as the state slug, and the black abalone shell as the state seashell. […]
National Sheepdog Finals Lazy Spade Ranch September 30 – October 5, 2025
The most prestigious sheepdog trial in North America, the National Sheepdog Finals, will return to Alturas, California, from September 30 th to October 5 th , 2025. The event will be held at the beautiful […]
More Than Thanks, Turning Remembrance into Action
By Jody Boulay Memorial Day is a solemn occasion to honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. We attend parades, place flags at gravesites, and take quiet […]
Modoc Forest Launches Bear Soup Project to Revive Meadows, Forests, and Wildlife Habitat
The Warner Mountain Ranger District of the Modoc National Forest is proposing the Bear Soup Forest Health Project. The project is being planned for 11,920 acres north of Jess Valley and west of the Warner […]
Property Tax Meeting in August
The California State Board of Equalization will hold its annual Taxpayers’ Bill of Rights Hearing on August 20, 2025, in Sacramento. The hearing invites residents, taxpayers, and local officials to provide public comment on property […]
Modoc County K-9 Association Fundraiser Sells Out as Community Rallies Behind Four-Legged Officers
The Modoc County Sheriff’s Department K-9 Association is proud to announce that its annual K-9 Fundraiser Dinner had sold out just a few weeks after selling tickets, with all 100 tickets claimed by community members […]
California E-Bike Incentive Project Offers Up to $2,000 for Income-Qualified Residents
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has launched the California E-Bike Incentive Project, providing up to $2,000 in incentives to support the purchase of new electric bicycles for eligible residents. The program, funded by CARB, […]
🚨 HIGH WIND WATCH ALERT 🚨
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Watch for portions of Lake, Klamath,and Modoc counties from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday evening. 💨 Winds: Southwest 25-35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph🌲 Impact: […]
Lassen County Supervisors Urge Federal Action on Gray Wolf Protections
In a decisive move reflecting growing concerns over the impact of gray wolves on local agriculture and public safety, the Lassen County Board of Supervisors has formally requested that President Donald Trump remove the gray […]
Castillo Sentenced in Stabbing and Vandalism Cases
On January 3, 2024, Modoc County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a reported stabbing in Fort Bidwell and arrested 31-year-old Rigoberto Castillo. Already on parole and facing felony vandalism charges from an incident in October 2023, […]
Rain or Shine, Groundhog Fever Festival Coming Soon Will Chuck Wood, the world-famous groundhog, see his shadow?
The annual Groundhog Fever Festival in downtown Quincy is coming soon — a day packed with fun, food and festivities and a chance to see Chuck Wood’s prediction for spring or late winter. This year, the […]
Meth Conviction Highlights Ongoing Challenges for Lassen and Modoc Counties
Jose Magallanes, 42, of Susanville, was recently convicted of methamphetamine possession and possession of drug paraphernalia following a jury trial. A recent jury conviction in Susanville, Lassen County, highlights ongoing concerns over methamphetamine possession and […]
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