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YOUTH EFFORTS TO COMBAT UNDERAGE DRINKING
On January 15th young people in the Friday Night Live-West (FNL) Chapter will launch a campaign to tackle Modoc County underage drinking. FNL is a youth-led program that builds partnerships for positive and healthy youth […]

Fire Suspension
The City of Alturas Fire Department is issuing an urgent announcement regarding a temporary suspension of all burning activities within city limits, effective June 5, 2025, at 6:00 a.m. This essential measure addresses the alarming […]

Modoc County Ranchers Face Major Hurdle: No Local Meat Processing Facility
By: Shaelene Tims Modoc County ranchers are the leaders in the state of California in organic beef production but are faced with the extreme dilemma of no local facility to process the beef. Whether for […]

Chthonic Spirits: Tom Ward and Marko Yamagata
By Lawrence Rinder Studio 540, Modoc County’s premier contemporary art gallery, will host Chthonic Spirits: Tom Ward and Marko Yamagata from July 4 to 28. There will be a public opening on July 4 from […]

Fort Bidwell Indian Community Announces High-Speed Broadband Project
Broadband service changes lives. The Tribal Council of the Fort Bidwell Indian Community (FBIC) is pleased to announce the kickoff of a new high-speed broadband project to serve the residents of Fort Bidwell, Lake City, […]

Top 9 Coffee Spots in Plumas County
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 […]

MFSC Reopens Residential Chipping Program
The Modoc Fire Safe Council (MFSC) will reopen its popular Residential Chipping Program starting June 1, helping local homeowners reduce wildfire risk during fire season. Through federal, state, and local grants, MFSC operates the program […]

Northern California could face an even more intense summer fire season
After a challenging spring wildfire season in Southern California, officials are warning that Northern California could face an even more intense summer fire season. Forecasts from the National Interagency Coordination Center point to above-normal fire […]

Citizens Encouraged to Volunteer for Grand Jury
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, […]

First 2nd Amendment Bill in 20 Years
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday signed Assembly Bill 584, a measure that lets licensed gun dealers and firearms manufacturers use modern steel doors with “panic” bars and multipoint locks to secure their shops after hours. The law […]

Modoc Harvest is looking to expand its Board of Directors
Modoc Harvest invites applications from passionate and dedicated individuals interested in joining our Board of Directors. As a nonprofit organization focused on local food access and education, we seek candidates who can contribute to our […]

Susanville Police Department Cracks Down on Distracted Driving This April
As April marks Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Susanville Police Department is intensifying efforts to curb distracted driving and raise awareness about its deadly consequences. In a recent press release, the department urged drivers to […]

Strong Work Force Collaborates with UC Davis
On Wednesday, February 5, 2025, the Modoc College Center in Alturas hosted Jobs First, a workshop by the University of California, Davis Institute of the Environment. The two-hour session exposed RISE-MESA youth to new STEM […]

Modoc County Unites to Celebrate Red Ribbon Week
By: Heather Hadwick The entire Modoc County community is gearing up for a week-long celebration of Red Ribbon Week, from October 21st to October 25th. Modoc County Office of Education (MCOE) and the Modoc County […]

UC Awards Sadie Camacho Spot Award
By: Laura Snell, Modoc County Director UC Cooperative Extension Modoc County awarded Sadie Camacho a spot award for her exemplary leadership in the “My Hometown is Cool” program delivery to Modoc High School freshman this […]

TEACH Inc. Holds 2024 Modoc Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving
Photo by Jessica Fredrick Left to right Courtney Hagge, Turkey Alex Acuna Jr., Luke Bagwell, Mateo Bowden, Michael Hall, Natalie Silva, Becky DeForest, Clint and Andie Johnson, Olivia Miklos, and Grinch Alex Acura Sr. TEACH Inc. […]