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MHS Recognizes Standout Students
Modoc High School has officially announced its Class of 2025 valedictorian and salutatorian, recognizing two standout seniors whose academic achievements and personalities left a mark on campus. Genevieve Walton has earned the title of valedictorian. […]
Scammers Are On the Rise
Residents across Modoc County are being warned to stay alert as reports of new and evolving scams continue to rise, both online and by phone. One of the most common scams reported locally involves fake […]
Incident Raises Questions About Local Animal Control Procedures
A local resident is seeking clarity around protocols followed by city and county agencies after a dog-related incident at a public park earlier this year. The individual, who was visiting the park with their pet, […]
Mustang Camp is Huge Hit for Local Youth
By Laura Snell Last week, youth from Northeast California participated in 4-H Mustang Camp held at the Lassen County Fairgrounds. Youth learned about natural resource management including measuring and identifying range plant species, how to […]
California Adds Three New State Symbols: Dungeness Crab, Banana Slug, Black Abalone Shell
Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed legislation establishing three new state symbols: the Dungeness crab as the official state crustacean, the banana slug as the state slug, and the black abalone shell as the state seashell. […]
‘Bow Wow Meow Luau’tickets benefit HPHS
High Plateau Humane Society is gearing up for the spring fundraiser event Bow Wow Meow Luau. This fun filled evening with friends, great food and most importantly, a way to help the animals in our […]
SFHC Native Youth Board Leads Effort to Preserve Modoc Braves Mascot Amid New State Law
The Strong Family Health Center’s (SFHC) Native Youth Board consisting of Chairperson Saige Townsend-Brown: Pit River Kosalekte and Paiute, Vice-Chairperson Justin Holloway: La Jolla Band of Luiseno Indians, Secretary Savannah French-Connors: Pit River Madesi and […]
Federal Layoffs Affect Modoc County
By Shaelene Tims Federal workforce reductions are hitting rural communities hard, and Modoc County is feeling the impact. While recent layoffs have made national headlines, their effects are being felt locally, particularly among U.S. Forest […]
Modoc National Forest Medicine Lake Recreation Area Opening June 29th
The Wait is over, and Medicine Lake is now fully accessible from all roads leading to the campground. The official opening date for Medicine Lake is Monday June 30th. On this date, all campground services […]
Modoc Wrestling Competes in Beast of the North
Eliza Pena with her second place trophyPhoto By Cynthia Pena Modoc Wrestling competed in the Beast of the North tournament in Anderson, CA on January 3rd & 4th. Boys:Miles Murray: 8th – 113lbsOwen Romesha: 8th […]
The Search for Lauren Leigh Guillen
The search for Lauren Leigh Guillen, a 34-year-old woman missing since the evening of Feb. 5, continues as family, friends and community members intensify efforts to find her. Guillen, described as 5-foot-6, 136 pounds, with […]
Man Injured in Adin Pass Crash, Dog Ruby in Safe Hands
A man traveling through Adin Pass on Thursday night was involved in a single-vehicle accident that resulted in injuries, requiring medical treatment. His loyal companion, a dog named Ruby, was with him at the time […]
Alturas Indivisible Draws Bipartisan Crowd to Protest Administration Policies
By Janice Betian In a rare display of political unity, more than 80 residents of Modoc County— Republicans, Democrats and Independents—gathered at the Alturas Veterans of Foreign Wars building this past weekend in a peaceful […]
Sandhill Cranes Return to Modoc County as Spring Nears
Photo by Lea Huetteman The arrival of sandhill cranes in Modoc County signals the changing season, as the region begins to transition from a decidedly mild winter into early springtime weather. The cranes, known for […]
Domestic Violence Case Dismissed Due to Lack of Judge & Courtroom Space
By Chelsea Bacon A Modoc County Superior Court judge dismissed a domestic violence case Thursday, citing the lack of a second judge and courtroom space as the reason for the ruling. Judge Wendy Dier dismissed […]
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