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Modoc County Offers Free Pre-Approved Housing Plans and Flexible Building Options
The Modoc County Building and Safety Department is offering free pre-approved housing plans as part of an effort to encourage affordable housing and simplify the building permit process. The plans, designed by local designer Michelle […]

Redding Fire Department Assists with Eaton Fires Northstate Joins Fight Against Southern California Fires
The Redding Fire Department announced crews left Wednesday evening to assist with the Eaton fire in the Angeles National Forest, Altadena and Pasadena. Fully staffed crews on engines OES 8333 and OES 8335 headed to […]

Bidwell Mansion Destroyed: A Reflection on Loss, Legacy, and New Beginnings in Surprise Valley
Chico’s historic Bidwell Mansion was destroyed by fire early Wednesday morning. The fire was reported around 3:15 a.m. Wednesday at 525 Esplanade, with the entire structure engulfed in flames. The cause of the fire is […]

Modoc County Record E-edition: Nov 14, 2024
You can read the latest news and updated in the digital version of our issue.

VFW Post 3327 Supports Modoc Little League with Day of Service
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3327 and Auxiliary proudly conducted a Day of Service at the Modoc Little League concession stand in Alturas, California. Their dedicated volunteers played a vital role in keeping the concession […]

Celebrating Excellence: Surprise Valley Honors Student Achievement
On Friday, April 14, Surprise Valley Elementary School recognized the hard work and dedication of its students during a special awards assembly attended by friends and family. Sixteen students in grades 4 through 7 were […]

Hoop Wars Tournament Team Entry Forms
Hello everyone! The 28th annual Hoop Wars tournament is February 28th-March 2nd at the Surprise Valley High School Gym. The format for the tournament is double elimination. The entry deadline for Men and for Women […]

Northeast California’s March Snowpack Update
Snowpack levels in northeast California remain stable, with measurements across the area tracking near or above seasonal norms, according to data from the SNOTEL network on the Sno-Flo website. Snowpack Levels by Location Snow Water […]

Modoc National Forest Begins Fall Prescribed Burning
The Modoc National Forest began fall prescribed burning last week and will continue into the coming weeks. Prescribed burns will take place on both the West and East sides of the forest, enhancing its overall […]

Northern California Sheriffs Urge Ranchers to Oppose Coyote Hunting Rule Change at May 15 Wildlife Meeting
Seven Northern California sheriffs are urging ranchers to pack the California Fish and Game Commission’s Wildlife Resources Committee meeting on May 15. The committee is considering scrapping a decades-old rule that lets hunters kill coyotes “anytime, […]

Lassen College Eligible for Black-Serving Institution Designation
A new law that went into effect Jan. 1, 2025, designates Lassen College in Susanville, among a total of 39 colleges statewide, as an eligible Black-Serving Institution. SB1348 establishes the Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions […]

Tips for Staying Fit Indoors This Winter
Upcoming Educational Events in Lassen County While many are turning New Years resolutions to focus on physical health, January is also a good reminder to reset and refocus on what’s important. For some, that could […]

RISE-MESA with UC Davis Institute of the Environment
On Wednesday afternoon, March 5, 2025, thirty-three Modoc County middle and high school youth in RISE-MESA completed a two-hour session about STEM careers. That second learning event was held at the Modoc College Center in […]

Modoc County Record E-edition: Nov 28, 2024
You can read the latest news and updated in the digital version of our issue.

Modoc County Record E-edition: Dec 05, 2024
You can read the latest news and updated in the digital version of our issue.

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 […]