(Video) Surprise Valley Service Club had its Mid-winter BBQ and Dessert Buffet took place on February 22nd

Spring–Fall Construction Season Preview for Local Highways Road construction season has arrived, and Modoc County residents will see several important highway projects from spring through fall of 2025. These improvements aim to enhance road surfaces, […]
Tuesday, March 12: 2:16 pm, responded to assist with structure fire in the Tulelake area. 5:54 pm, attempted civil service in Alturas; arrest made. Wednesday, March 13 8:03 am, responded to Newell for report of […]
By Shaelene Tims Modoc County farmers may not be seeing swarms of grasshoppers yet, but researchers say a surge could be just around the corner. Early activity observed in Northern California suggests a potential outbreak, […]
In early November, California Fish & Wildlife reported a gray wolf pack sighting within Lassen Volcanic National Park marks a significant milestone in California’s wildlife conservation efforts. This is the first documented wolf activity in […]
The annual Groundhog Fever Festival in downtown Quincy is coming soon — a day packed with fun, food and festivities and a chance to see Chuck Wood’s prediction for spring or late winter. This year, the […]
On January 3, 2024, Modoc County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a reported stabbing in Fort Bidwell and arrested 31-year-old Rigoberto Castillo. Already on parole and facing felony vandalism charges from an incident in October 2023, […]
The City of Alturas Water Department is notifying residents of a billing error that occurred during this month’s water and sewer bill cycle due to a mechanical issue with the city’s bill-stuffing machine. According to […]
Northern California residents and businesses will soon have access to a new area code as the state addresses high demand for phone numbers in the 530 region, according to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). […]
Modoc High School is celebrating two recent grants that are bringing new resources and opportunities to students—thanks in large part to the behind-the-scenes efforts of grant writer Kevin Marcussen. A $3,000 award from the Dollar […]
By: Shaelene Tims The Rotary Club of Alturas brought families to Pine Creek Reservoir this past weekend for the beloved annual Kids Fish Derby, a Modoc County tradition that has endured for generations. Dozens of […]
A 20-year-old woman driving a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado struck and killed a bicyclist on State Route 299 Cedar Pass on Monday evening, the California Highway Patrol said. The collision occurred at approximately 7 p.m., east […]
The annual Rhonda Haslip Invitational drew an enthusiastic crowd this year, celebrating regional athletes with different abilities as they competed against their own personal records and enjoyed connecting with the community. The event took place […]
The Modoc District Fair was August 23 – 25 with many people coming out to enjoy rides, great food, friendly games and community.
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Traffic Alert 🚨 Two vehicles reportedly caught a low-hanging power line today on Hwy 299 near Grocery Outlet. Thankfully, emergency crews were quick to respond. A big thank you to CHP, Alturas Police Department, Big […]
Twelve newly collared gray wolves have been released back into the wild in northern California after a recent capture operation by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW). From January 14 through the end […]