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The Bureau of Land Management has announced that visits to the Litchfield
The Bureau of Land Management has announced that visits to the Litchfield Wild Horse and Burro Corrals near Susanville will be by appointment only, effective immediately. Those wishing to view animals available for adoption or […]

(Video) Modoc Family Optometry – Taking Care of Our Community’s Eyes
We’re excited to welcome you to Modoc Family Optometry — your hometown destination for eye exams, glasses, and vision care you can trust. 🏡✨Whether it’s been a year (or a few) since your last check-up, […]

Native Youth Were National Speakers
Left to right are Dr. Soto from the University of Southern California, and the RISE team of Berthea Townsend, Lisa Craig and Thomas Anguiano who delivered a vape prevention session at the National Tribal Tobacco […]

CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL US-395 ENFORCEMENT CAMPAIGN
Beginning July 9, 2025, the Susanville, Alturas, and Quincy Areas will be committed to an enforcement campaign on US-395 from the Oregon border to the Nevada border. The focus of this enforcement campaign is to […]

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 […]

Honoring Modoc County’s Unsung Heroes: National Correctional Officers Week
May 5–11, 2025 marks National Correctional Officers Week, a time set aside to recognize the hard work, professionalism, and dedication of the men and women who serve behind the walls of our nation’s correctional facilities—including […]

Drunk Rampage: Alturas Community Shaken as Mailbox Vandal Causes Chaos
In a bizarre and destructive incident on Friday, April 5th, an intoxicated individual wreaked havoc along West Fourth St. in Alturas, leaving a trail of destroyed mailboxes in their path. The reckless act prompted a […]

Heather Hadwick Wins District 1 Assembly Election with Overwhelming Support
By: Duane Dichiara Heather Hadwick has been elected as the new representative for District 1 in the California State Assembly, capturing more than 60% of the vote and securing victories in all 11 counties that […]

104th Annual Modoc County Fair Schedule Announced
The 104th Modoc District Fair will roll into Surprise Valley Aug. 21–24, transforming the historic grounds in Cedarville into “A Festival of Family Fun” with four days of rides, livestock, live music and classic Modoc […]

Fourth Graders Visit Modoc High Welding Shop
Fourth grade students from Mrs. Elder’s class at Modoc Elementary School visited the Modoc High School welding shop last week, joining the agriculture welding class for a hands-on learning experience. The elementary students wore full […]

Lone Star tick bites are driving a fast-growing red-meat allergy, health officials say
A tiny brown tick with a single white spot is changing what thousands of Americans can eat. Doctors and federal researchers warn that bites from the Lone Star tick are triggering alpha-gal syndrome, a delayed […]

Legendary Artists Celebrate 50 Years in Music in 2025
The year 2025 marks an incredible milestone for some of the most legendary musicians and bands, as they celebrate 50 years in the industry. These artists have shaped music for generations, and many are honoring […]

Assemblywoman Hadwick Applauds New Bear Plan, Pushes for Passage of Science-Based AB 1038
In response to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (CDFW) release of its updated Black Bear Conservation and Management Plan, Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick (R–Alturas) is calling for swift passage of her bill, AB 1038, […]

White Bear Construction: Building the Future from the Ground Up in Modoc County
“Our proudest achievement is that we’ve done it with a small crew of local people from Modoc County,” says President Amanda Hoy. At the crossroads of tenacity, tradition, and technical expertise stands White Bear Construction, […]

Modoc County Youth Song Wins TELLY Silver Award
On May 31, 2025, the David Z Foundation Chief Academic Officer, Dan Roeder, announced that Surprise Valley and Modoc Joint Unified School District students were recognized at the 46th Annual Telly Awards. Their RISE-MESA and […]

Braves Football Started Off at Mt. Shasta High School This Past Saturday
The Modoc Braves stormed into Mount Shasta for a multi-team scrimmage that was anything but routine. With the 2025 season just beginning, the coaching staff used the opportunity to test new systems, challenge the roster, […]