You can read the latest news and updated in the digital version of our issue.
Modoc County Record E-edition: Jun 27, 2024

You can read the latest news and updated in the digital version of our issue.
There are a number of benefits to running a small business in a rural area. Compared to the city, rural businesses experience lower operating costs, including real estate and labor expenses. As well as this, […]
Twelve-year-old Messiah Maes, a standout amateur boxer from Modoc County, has qualified for the 2025 Junior Olympic National Championships in Las Vegas, Nev., where he hopes to bring home a national title. Maes, who has […]
Calling all coffee lovers, this list is for you. Plumas County Tourism recently shared a list of the top coffee spots in Plumas County. From Chester to Quincy and Indian Valley, these are the must-try […]
“By raising awareness, providing education and training, and making Narcan available, we can help prevent overdose deaths and support those who are struggling with addiction. We can’t stop people from using but we can help […]
The Modoc County Cattlemen and Cattle Women’s Associations selected five recipients for this year’s Memorial Scholarship. Each recipient will receive $750.00. Scholarships are awarded in part from memorial donations received, past and present. This year’s […]
The Alturas City Council met Tuesday, June 17, to review a wide range of local issues, including a presentation from High Desert Lumber, safety concerns following a recent dog bite incident, and a request from […]
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the release of $20 million in funding that was paused for review under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins confirmed that this […]
By Janice Betian, Assistant Director Teach Adult Education. At 23 years old, most people are busy climbing career ladders, raising families, or chasing new dreams—but for some, a different kind of milestone takes center stage: […]
A 45-year-old man from Mt. Shasta died early Sunday in a single-vehicle crash on State Route 139 between Adin and Susanville, authorities said. The California Highway Patrol reported that the crash occurred at approximately 3:50 […]
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 […]
On February 21st and February 28th, 2025, a collaboration of Surprise Valley Jr/Sr High School, Tulelake High School, Modoc Middle and Modoc High Schools, and Alturas Elementary brought sixty enthusiastic students together for competitive MESA […]
Photo by Lea Huetteman The Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Applegate Field Office has approved the 2025 Red Rock Lakes nuisance wild horse removal under a Categorical Exclusion (CX), according to a decision signed by […]
By Chelsea Bacon A Modoc County man facing felony stalking charges was re-arrested Friday, just hours after being released from jail under court order, according to the Modoc County Sheriff’s Office. Christopher Allen Cavnar, 40, […]
www.fs.usda.gov/modoc The Modoc National Forest is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Bielecki as the new Forest Supervisor. Chris brings 25 years of experience with the Forest Service, having supported projects across numerous National […]
A state law designed to improve drought planning in rural California is raising concerns among officials in Modoc County. They say the law creates new responsibilities but lacks the funding and flexibility needed to carry […]