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.
Programs are available in Alturas, Surprise Valley, and Tulelake, with both full-time and part-time slots offered. Applications can be picked up at the MCOE office or downloaded from modoccoe.org. Eligibility and priority for enrollment are […]
Make your Summer Swimming Plans for 2024 Opening day for the City of Alturas Municipal Pool is June 14th. Pool schedule is to come in the near future but the City of Alturas has provided […]
Press Release Provided by District Attorneys Office Alturas resident Richard Lynn Elsea was arrested on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 after a report of debris in the road led to a stand-off situation between a manic […]
The Modoc High School Varsity Girls Basketball team continued their dominant run in the playoffs, securing a commanding 59-13 victory over Hamilton on Thursday night. With the win, Modoc extended their impressive streak, having won […]
Over the last four years, Modoc High School’s band program has amplified the school spirit with its musical excellence. Both individually and as a group, student voices — and their instruments — are being heard […]
The Modoc Junior Varsity Boys Basketball team delivered an impressive performance on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, defeating Bonanza High School 56-37. The game showcased Modoc’s consistent scoring and strong defense, propelling them to another victory […]
Starting on Monday, December 9, 2024, the CAL FIRE Lassen-Modoc Unit in coordination with CA. Dept. of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) will be conducting a 100-acre pile burn project in the Dutch Flat area. The […]
JV girls traveled to the West Valley Early Bird Tournament on December 6th & 7th and were honored to take first place. They started the tournament with a 47-34 win against Red Bluff on Friday […]
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 […]
Soon to be HUNTERS: There will be a Traditional Hunter Education class on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at the Modoc County Sheriff’s Office Annex. The online course is no longer an option. The class starts […]
Community Anticipates a Fun-Filled Summer Following Extensive Repairs and Staffing Efforts The Alturas Community Pool is set to open in the first or second week of June after facing numerous obstacles since 2020. The global […]
Oh Hail, Snow is on the Way in Alturas
Mrs. Rulison’s class at Alturas Elementary School brought their study of polar animals to a lively close on Friday, Jan. 24, by dressing up as Tacky the Penguin, the lovable character from Helen Lester’s children’s […]
The Modoc Braves soccer team continues to battle through their Shasta Cascade League (SCL) schedule, currently standing at 4-2 in league play with an overall record of 6-8. On September 21st, the Braves hosted Etna […]
As citizens of Modoc County, we have a unique opportunity to play an active role in ensuring justice and accountability in our community. The Grand Jury is an essential component of our local legal system, […]
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