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Cedarville August 15, 2024

Surprise Valley Chamber of Commerce offers large scholarship

by Staff Writer

Surprise Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the availability of $1000 in scholarship money to be awarded to a current Surprise Valley resident or former Surprise Valley graduate who plans to attend a recognized online educational institute, trade school, college or university for the 2024/2025 academic year. Applications must be received by September 1, 2024 to be eligible. For complete guidelines and an application form go to the Surprise Valley Chamber of Commerce web site www.surprisevlalleychamber.com.

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Cedarville September 12, 2024

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by Staff Writer

Come join the Surprise Valley Agriculture Advisory Committee to raise funds at the 8th Annual Pig, Swig & Jig on Saturday, September 21st at the Surprise Valley Veterans Hall. All proceeds benefit the Surprise Valley […]

Cedarville June 4, 2025

The Frank Estill Memorial Scholarship: Honoring Grit, Dreams, and the Spirit of the Surprise Valley Rancher

by Staff Writer

Frank Estill was a member of the Surprise Valley FFA from 2021 – 2024. Frank was always known to have a pile of dreams, aspirations and goals in his back pocket. Frank never cared much […]

Alturas May 29, 2025

Elementary Students Explore Agriculture Community Promotes Ag for Children

by Staff Writer

Photos by Bear Press Photography By Nicole Hinton, Modoc County Cattle Women President Children from all across Modoc and even Lake County, Oregon, attended the annual Ag in the Classroom field day on May 19, […]

Cedarville June 20, 2024

Second annual ITEK field day hosted by Fort Bidwell Indian Community, partners

by Staff Writer

Event partners and community members gather in the experimental yapa patch just over the Nevada border, the site of a long term study by Dr. James O’Connell of University of Utah. By Allayana Darrow, Lomakatsi […]

Alturas May 28, 2025

Expert Shares Tips for Modoc Farmers Facing Rising Fertilizer Costs

by Staff Writer

Third Cutting Alfalfa Grown by Bushey Custom Farming & Haying. By: Shaelene Tims With fertilizer prices rising, Modoc County farmers are adjusting their strategies to maintain profitable alfalfa crops. Local agricultural expert Simarjeet Singh from […]

Alturas April 5, 2025

Ag Pass Program Supports Ranchers in Wildfire Season

by Staff Writer

As wildfire season nears, Modoc County is reminding local ranchers about the Disaster Livestock Ag Pass Program, in place since 2022, to support animal care and safety during emergencies. The Ag Pass is a permit […]

Cedarville December 18, 2024

Surprise Valley’s Shop and Stroll Brings Festive Joy Despite Weather Challenges

by Staff Writer

Surprise Valley’s downtown bustled with holiday cheer last Saturday during the annual Shop and Stroll, an event that transformed Main Street in Cedarville into a real-life Christmas Hallmark movie. Michelle Bartolo, along with her husband […]

Cedarville September 9, 2024

Local Apple Enthusiasts Invited to Reserve Historic Apple Trees

by Staff Writer

The Heritage Fruit Tree Project, an initiative under Modoc Harvest dedicated to preserving agricultural history, is thrilled to offer a unique opportunity for apple lovers and gardeners in the Modoc County area. On September 14th, […]

Cedarville June 4, 2025

Eagleville Resident Rallies for Eagleville Fire Department

by Staff Writer

Photo from Trip Advisor Eagleville’s volunteer fire department is fighting a financial fire of its own, and the clock is ticking. Local resident Sara Sutton, who plans to open the Eagleville Saloon in the near […]

Cedarville September 30, 2024

A Focus on Asia at Studio 540 in Cedarville

by Staff Writer

By: Lawrence Rinder Studio 540, on Main Street in Cedarville, will host three new exhibitions, Richard Mackey: Moon Jars; Benign Neglect: Photographs by Takeshi Moro; and Ukiyo-e, a small exhibition of 18 th , 19 […]

Cedarville September 28, 2024

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by Staff Writer

50-year-old Alturas resident, William Sainsbury, tragically lost his life on Sunday while trimming a tree on Williams Street in Lake City. Sainsbury was working from an elevated position when he fell while handling a chainsaw, […]

Cedarville April 30, 2025

FIRST FRIDAYS ARE COMING BACK TO SURPRISE VALLEY

by Staff Writer

The Surprise Valley Chamber of Commerce is at it again with a dedicated group of volunteers working hard to resurrect those magical Friday nights on Main Street in Cedarville. Plans are in the works to […]

Cedarville June 13, 2024

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by Staff Writer

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Cedarville June 6, 2024

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by Staff Writer

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Cedarville April 24, 2024

Grammy-Nominated Ensemble Agave to Headline “From Her Hands” Concert at Marchy Barn

by Staff Writer

Music enthusiasts in Surprise Valley and beyond are gearing up for an extraordinary musical event as Grammy-nominated ensemble Agave takes center stage at Marchy Barn. The free concert, titled “From Her Hands,” is scheduled for […]

Alturas September 13, 2024

Modoc County Public Health provides Free Vaccines

by Staff Writer

This October, the Modoc County Public Health Branch will be providing flu shots at several locations throughout the county. We are offering the vaccine free of charge to Modoc County residents who are six months […]

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