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“Startling Boom in Alturas”
On Friday, April 19, 2024, a blaze rattled the tranquility of N. East Street, leaving residents shaken by a sudden explosion and blowing smoke. The incident, which occurred around 2:45 PM, prompted swift action from […]
Kiddie Pool Stays Closed as City Balances Safety and Budget
The city pool opened for the season last weekend but the weather agreed with warm temperatures rolling in. Public reaction was swift on social media when the news went online, orange tape went up, and […]
Uncorrected Vision Can Set Students Back. August is the Time to Act.
As students prepare to head back to school, eye doctors are urging families not to overlook one of the most important school supplies: a pair of glasses. Research shows that children who go without needed […]
Advancing Modoc Recognizes Fall Semester All-Stars
By: Chelsea Bacon Advancing Modoc, a division of TEACH Inc., is committed to growing, training, and retaining Modoc residents in quality local jobs. With the recent opening of the Modoc College Center and the addition […]
MJUSD’s Cafeterias Serve Up Success
Modoc Joint Unified School District (MJUSD) is getting some well-deserved recognition for its improved school meals. School cafeterias can sometimes have a reputation for lackluster menus. But under Boal’s leadership, MJUSD has taken big steps […]
Modoc National Forest Medicine Lake Recreation Area Opening June 29th
The Wait is over, and Medicine Lake is now fully accessible from all roads leading to the campground. The official opening date for Medicine Lake is Monday June 30th. On this date, all campground services […]
MHS Wrestling takes 3rd in Division III
Modoc Wrestling earned third place overall in Division III out of 22 teams this past weekend at the Division III/IV tournament, hosted in Griswold Gym at Modoc High School. Eight wrestlers from the team have […]
Authorities Say Modoc County Bomb Threat is Unfounded
Authorities have deemed an alleged bomb threat in Alturas on Saturday as unfounded, according to a press release from the Modoc County Sheriff’s Office. Stephanie Wellemeyer, the Modoc County auditor, county clerk and registrar of […]
LOCAL CDL Class A Driving Program
TEACH Adult Education, in partnership with Garrett Ingram Trucking Company, is offering a training program here in Alturas for the CLASS A CDL License. Call 530-233-5399 for more information.
MESA Students Explore College Opportunities
On June 22-24, 2025, seventeen Surprise Valley and Modoc Joint middle and high school RISE-MESA College Preparation (MCP) students celebrated a year of academic achievements with a three-day field trip touring a university campus and […]
Fire Hazards Prompt Suspension of All City of Alturas Burn Permits
The Alturas Fire Department will be SUSPENDING all burning and burn permits starting on June 27th, 2024 in response to dry conditions and fire hazards. Alturas Fire Department personnel will continue to monitor weather conditions […]
Modoc Food Drive Schedule Changes Amid Rising Grocery Prices
By: Shaelene Tims When TEACH recently announced that its food drive would change from weekly to monthly, Modoc County residents quickly voiced their concerns on social media. Many speculated that federal budget cuts were to […]
Lady Braves with a Split Weekend
Modoc High’s Lady Braves softball team finished their weekend with a split, knocking off Fall River on Friday 26-6, before Mazama returned the favor Saturday. The Braves’s Macy Benson has had a standout season. Recently, […]
Three Arrested in Davis Creek Homicide Investigation
Three people have been arrested and charged in connection with the death of a Davis Creek man whose body was discovered in a shallow grave near a campground in rural Modoc County. Authorities said 41-year-old […]
A Successful Opening Day
The community of Alturas came together in full force on April 13th to show unwavering support for their local ball players. The day was marked by a series of events, including a commendable effort by […]
Alley Fire sparks debate in Modoc
Despite heightened concerns from citizens regarding fireworks over the past week, the Alturas Fire Department responded to only one fire-related call within the community. A fire occurred in an alley behind Maple St. The Alturas […]
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