A small tornado touched down in the fields off Jones Lane last Friday afternoon, surprising those who witnessed it happening. Jennifer and Elsie Flournoy, locals in the area, managed to capture a photo of the rare event. While dust devils are common in Modoc, especially with the area’s many ranches and high winds, this was an unusual occurrence for Northern California.
The Hadwick Family Farm Pumpkin Patch is excited to kick off its ninth season in Alturas on October 5th. Preparations are underway with activities being organized, hay bales gathered, corn stalks cut, and fall decorations […]
On Wednesday, Alturas Police Department responded to a report of a vehicle crashing into the Four Corners Market. According to bystanders, the driver of a Subaru Forester struck the building, causing significant damage to the […]
At the City Council meeting on August 20, 2024, Cheryl Nelson was honored for her twenty years of dedicated service to the Alturas City Council. Nelson, who first took office in March 2004, has been […]
Are you excited to get into the holiday spirit? As the holiday season rolls around, many families love to add a special touch to their Christmas tree hunt. Instead of choosing a pre-cut trees from […]
Written by Heather Hadwick Photos provided by Heather Hadwick “We are so proud of our SEALS program and staff for focusing on gratitude and community. They have been doing this for years and I think […]
By: Chelsea Bacon Three residents from Alturas were involved in a fatal collision while traveling North to Klamath Falls, OR earlier this week. The driver reportedly slumped over the wheel all of a sudden, accelerating […]
At the Alturas Veterans Day Ceremony, held Monday, a small circular table with an empty chair sat solemnly on the stage as members of the Alturas VFW stood at the podium in front of it […]
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors has approved the purchase of a 1987 LMC 1500 Snowcat for $56,306.25, including California sales tax. This acquisition will play a crucial role in maintaining essential infrastructure and enhancing […]
Firefighters contained a vegetation fire in Adin on October 8 after it spread to 15 acres, prompting an evacuation order for the nearby town. The fire, which started around noon near the local cemetery, was […]
By Chelsea Bacon The Bottle Shop, a well-known local liquor store in Alturas, has been temporarily closed following a fire that broke out Wednesday September 11th in the morning. While authorities have yet to release […]
The Modoc High Varsity Volleyball team showcased their tenacity over the weekend and early this week, with one thrilling win and a hard-fought loss in back-to-back games. On Saturday, the Braves traveled to Trinity, where […]
By Shelby Danley Olson Hall, Dining and Kitchen Building at Blue Lake Camp The Blue Lake Summer camp has been a long standing tradition for kids in Modoc and surrounding Counties, and just closed out […]
Photo by Lea Huetteman Modoc County drivers are urged to exercise caution on local roads as icy conditions and an increase in deer activity pose heightened risks during the colder months. As temperatures have continued […]
By Nourish Food Hub Pure Honey Co. Logo Meet the Freeman family, the multi-generational team that runs Pure Honey Company between Chico and Alturas, CA! We had a chance to catch up with Donna Freeman […]
October marks National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and educating the public on a critical issue that affects communities nationwide. In the U.S., domestic violence accounts for roughly 20 percent […]
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