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Modoc County Record E-edition: Aug 15, 2024

You can read the latest news and updated in the digital version of our issue.
VFW Post 7888 will be hosting its Fifth Annual Hot Summer Night, Cruise, Car Show and BBQ. Which is coming up soon! The first of two nights of motorized entertainment in Surprise Valley, back to […]
Modoc County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a reported domestic altercation Monday at approximately 7:40 a.m. near the XL Reservation, authorities said. Deputies said one victim sustained minor injuries during the incident, in which the suspect […]
Farmers in rural Northern California are facing a tough road ahead. Labor costs are rising, farmland is shrinking, and there’s growing pressure to adopt new technology. Experts warn that these challenges could significantly reshape the […]
Small Town With Big Dreams. Hard work pays off at 2025 JLS.
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 […]
Traffic Alert 🚨 Two vehicles reportedly caught a low-hanging power line today on Hwy 299 near Grocery Outlet. Thankfully, emergency crews were quick to respond. A big thank you to CHP, Alturas Police Department, Big […]
Residents in Modoc County have reported receiving misleading mailers warning that Alturas could soon be declared a “Sanctuary City,” urging recipients to send money and sign a referendum against the alleged change. The letter, appearing […]
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 […]
Modoc vs. Fall River — this isn’t just a soccer game, it’s a SHOWDOWN between two RIVALS you won’t want to miss! Ed Carver StadiumTuesday, August 12, 2025Game Time: 7:30 PM (Gates open at 6:30 […]
In a move many Modoc County ranchers consider a significant win, the California Fish and Game Commission has referred a controversial coyote reclassification proposal back to its Wildlife Resources Committee (WRC) for further review. The […]
By Jean Bilodeaux Special to the Record Last week a delivery man was faced with a life threatening decision. After being bitten by a dog, should he get the rabies vaccine? The man was delivering […]
● Engage with Schools and Teachers: Reach out to local schools to encouragestudent and class participation in fair competitions and exhibits.● Plan and Lead Events: Identify events or activities you’d like to see at the2025 […]
A porch light still glows outside a Cal Pines cabin where Konrad “Kurt” Reichenberger was last seen seven years ago. The 44-year-old vanished on Jan. 13, 2018, soon after he phoned the Modoc County Sheriff’s […]
The Intermountain Fair and Events Center (IMF) is widely used and centrally located in the heart of the Intermountain Area. Numerous organizations, agencies, clubs, groups, families, and the Pit River Tribe participate in activities held […]
Photos by Bear Press Photography The roar of engines echoed clearly across the lakebed as stock-car racing thundered back into Surprise Valley on Saturday, July 19, with the West Coast Pro Stocks series returning to […]
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 […]