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Braves Show Sparks in Narrow 35-30 Loss to Weed, Prepare for Home Clash with Mt. Shasta
Weed defeated Modoc 35-30 Friday night in a hard-fought game. Modoc’s offense had a great rushing attack and the defense did an excellent job corralling the Cougar’s offense. Wyatt Valena believes in the Modoc Braves […]

Modoc Braves JV Game ends in a draw (0-0) against the Portola Tigers
The Modoc Junior Varsity football team faced a tough, defense-driven game last Friday, ending in a 0-0 draw against the Tigers. Despite both teams’ efforts, neither was able to score, as defenses held strong throughout […]

Modoc Braves Look to Rebound After Tough Loss, Show Growing Team Spirit
This past week, the Modoc Braves faced a challenging game against long-time rival Lakeview, ending in a 33-0 defeat. However, the team showed flashes of determination and growth that are setting the stage for a […]
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.

Honoring The Heart of America: Celebrating Labor Day
Labor Day is more than just a long weekend or the unofficial end of summer, it’s a day to honor the dedication, strength, and resilience of the American workforce. From the construction crews building our […]

Fire risks in the Alturas region
The Alturas Fire Department has initiated its annual property inspection program. This initiative encompasses residential properties, vacant lots, commercial establishments, government buildings, and parks and recreational facilities. The primary aim of this initiative is to […]

Blankets for Senior Citizens
Each year, the Rotary Club of Alturas identifies needs within our community and decides which situations we can address. This year, in the far northeastern corner of California, where temperatures dropped well below freezing for […]

Drunk Driver Crashes Truck Into Alturas Home, Arrested for DUI
A drunk driver crashed into a parked truck, and later drove it into a home in a quiet Alturas neighborhood Saturday evening, leaving residents shaken just days before Christmas. The incident began around 7 p.m. […]

Domestic Altercation Leads to Arrest in Sparks, NV
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 […]

JV Volleyball Battles Hard, Shows Improvement Despite Tough Losses
The Modoc JV volleyball team faced a challenging stretch of games, falling to Mt. Shasta, Trinity, and Fall River over the past week. Despite the losses, the team is showing signs of improvement as they […]

Small Lightning Fire Near Lauer Reservoir
By Shelby Danley Last weekend’s thunderstorms produced numerous lightning strikes in the Warner Mountains. Fortunately, only one strike resulted in a fire, setting a tree ablaze near Lauer Reservoir. Many Modocers noticed a helicopter flying […]

Modoc Man Re-Arrested Hours After Release in Stalking Case
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, […]

Baskets, Bunny Ears and Local Traditions Fill Easter Weekend
By: Shaelene Tims Easter weekend brought families together across the county for events big and small. From public hunts to quiet moments at home, people found ways to celebrate the holiday in their own style. […]

To Commemorate 100 YEARS OF MODOC FOOTBALL JV Braves ended their 2024 Season Undefeated. JV BRAVES SECURE THE TRINITY WOLVES IN THEIR CAGE IN A (38-7) TRIUMPH.
It’s been over 15 years since the Modoc JV Braves were undefeated. JV Braves traveled to Weaverville, Ca this past Friday to secure their Northern Section CIF Division V League Title in their last game […]

Majestic Mule Deer Bucks by Alturas Catholic Church
Photos by Lea Huetteman In the afternoon, a visit to the Alturas Catholic Church offers a unique wildlife spectacle. Several stunning Mule deer bucks can be observed resting nearby, their antlers still covered in velvet. […]

Modoc Edges Out Mt. Shasta in Tight Contest, Then Seals Sweep with Second Win
Photos By Bear Press Photography Modoc’s softball team continued its winning streak on Friday, holding off a determined Mt. Shasta squad for a 2-1 victory before closing out the day with a more decisive 8-4 […]