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Modoc County Record E-edition: Aug 15, 2024

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All Photos taken by Bear Press Photography Modoc Junior Boys Take Second Place The Modoc Junior Boys All-Stars delivered an impressive performance over the weekend, securing second place in the District 48 All-Stars Tournament. Competing […]
Domestic violence is a serious issue in Modoc County and across Northern California. In 2020, Modoc County reported 40 domestic violence-related calls for help, about 5.2 calls per 1,000 adults. While this is slightly below […]
On the chilly morning of February 2, Punxsutawney Phil, the world’s most famous weather-predicting groundhog, emerged from his burrow in Gobbler’s Knob and saw his shadow, signaling six more weeks of winter. The annual Groundhog […]
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 […]
With Flag Day on June 14th , and our 4 th of July Independence Day celebrations just around the corner, I am reflecting about what I learned in Girl Scouts about our wondrous Flag, and […]
On Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 2:00 a.m., Daylight Saving Time ends, and clocks will be set back one hour to standard time. This “fall back” shift gives us an extra hour, so remember to […]
Livestock grazing is proving to be a valuable tool in reducing wildfire risk, especially across California’s rangelands and in rural communities like Modoc County. By consuming dry grasses and herbaceous plants, cattle help reduce fine […]
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 […]
It only takes one spark to turn dry grass into a wall of flame. Clear your defensible space, secure equipment, and call 911 at the first hint of smoke. Every shift, firefighters gamble with their […]
Tax season hits differently out here. It’s not about clicking through an app on the high-speed internet. It’s about whether your hot-spot signal will hold long enough to download a form or if your microwave […]
As demand for home grocery delivery continues to grow nationwide, rural residents in Modoc County remain underserved, with only one store offering pickup and delivery through a major app. Grocery Outlet, located in Alturas, is […]
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New statewide data place Modoc Joint Unified School District in the lower third of California’s 1,925 districts for test performance, yet the same reports show bright spots in class size, graduation rates and campus diversity. […]
Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick remains dedicated to addressing key issues affecting Modoc, Lassen, and Plumas counties. She recently presented Assembly Bill 297, aimed at increasing penalties for arson-related offenses, a crucial measure for wildfire management in […]
Schools across Modoc County marked National Fire Prevention Week with educational activities to raise awareness about fire safety. Students from Tulelake Elementary School, Alturas Elementary School, Big Valley Elementary, Modoc Vineyard Academy, and Alternative Home […]