Modoc County Swearing in Ceremony

Congratulations to County Supervisor, Casey Crockrell, on being election to represent District 4.  Returning Supervisors, Kathie Rhoads, representing District III, and Shane Starr, representing District II. Thank you to past Supervisor, Elizabeth Cavasso for her service and to the County of Modoc.

Norovirus Alert Rising Cases Demand Immediate Precautions

Plumas Public Health and Wellness warns us that Norovirus is on the rise! It is very contagious and easily spreads from person to person, causing vomiting, diarrhea, nausea and stomach cramps. If you have any of these symptoms, keep away from others and take steps... Read More.

California Enforces New Insurance Mandate for Wildfire-Prone Areas

California has announced a new state regulation that requires insurance companies to provide coverage in high-risk wildfire areas. This move aims to address the growing concern of homeowners in these areas struggling to find insurance. KEY PROVISIONS OF THE NEW RULE Insurance companies must offer... Read More.

Beware of Fake AMBER Alert Calls Targeting Families

🚨 SCAM ALERT 🚨 Phone scammers are posing as “AMBER Alert representatives”, offering to “register” your children. They ask for confidential info and to meet at your home. This is NOT how the AMBER Alert system works! 🔹 The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is the only... Read More.

Justice Served: Castillo Receives 11-Year Sentence for Stabbing and Vandalism Cases

PRESS RELEASE Castillo Sentenced in Stabbing and Vandalism Cases MODOC COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY Nina Salatrno 204 S. Court St. . Alturas, CA 96101 Phone: (530) 233-6212 * Fax: (530) 233-4067 January 3, 2024, after Modoc County Sheriff's Office Deputies responded to a reported stabbing in Fort Bidwell, Rigoberto Castillo, 31, was taken into custody, Castillo,... Read More.

Brace for Impact as Winter Storm Unleashes Heavy Snow and Travel Chaos

Our Winter Storm Warning goes into effect today (Jan 3, 2025) at 7am & continues through 10pm tonight. Snow will be heavy at times, & will cause slippery road conditions, travel delays, and reductions in visibility at times. Check road conditions at quickmap.dot.ca.gov!