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ST 1 DAY THE WEED COUGARS AT HOMECOMING OF SCHOOL The Modoc County Vol. 134, 133, No. 22 29
RECORD Alturas, California
August9, 20, 2026 October 2025
Serving Modoc Since 1892 20 24 Pages
Alturas Police ArrestStudents MichiganBoost Transient Alturas Elementary Fire Sex Registration, Charges Safety Skills withResisting CAL FIRE A 29-year-old transient transient from Lansing, from Michigan was arrested Mich., had last registered as Aug. 17 after Alturas Police a sex offender in Michigan in officers said he failed to May and had not registered comply with sex offender with local authorities after registration requirements traveling to California, and later resisted officers Morgan said. trying to detain him. Earlier that day, officers Officers arrested Michael contacted Ehmen after his Ehmen at about 11:45 a.m. dogs reportedly attacked a and booked him into Modoc deer. They advised him to County Jail on suspicion of keep the dogs restrained and violating California Penal on leashes and notified the Code sections 290.018(a) California Department of and 290.013(a), which cover Fish and Wildlife to follow up, sex offender registration, according to the statement. and 148(a)(1), obstructing Information from that contact or delaying a peace officer, Unit-Facebook helped officers identify Cal Fire Lassen-Modoc Alturas Police Chief Ehmen in law enforcement Prevention The CAL FIREsaid Lassen Jonathan Morgan in a Fire databases and learn Trailer. he was They gained Modoc Unit, in collaboration written statement. out of compliance essential with his battery safety, with the Modoc Fire asSafe Ehmen, described a knowledge registrationon requirements. Council and Alturas evacuation strategies, and Elementary School, recently overall fire preparedness, in led a vital Fire Prevention addition to learning about Week program for local the dangers of playing students. Focusing on this with fire equipment and firefighter year’s theme, “Charge into understanding Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion fitness and gear. This community-focused Batteries in Your Home,” shared by Aug. the students received District hands- initiative, The Modoc during presale hours Lassen Modoc on the CAL Fair training returns forinside its 105th 13–14,FIRE as well as at the year Thursday, Aug. 27 Corner Store in Cedarville, through Sunday, Aug. Modoc Farm Supply, Plumas 30, at the Modoc District Bank in Alturas and online Fairgrounds, in Cedarville. at modocheritagefoundation. This year’s theme, “America org or through Wold 250,” marks the nation’s Amusements’ ticketing site. semiquincentennial with Carnival hours are 5–10 p.m. four days of carnival rides, Thursday, 3–10 p.m. Friday, livestock shows, live music noon–11 p.m. Saturday and and family entertainment. noon–5 p.m. Sunday. while begins event Veterans Day is Heritage a time leadership, The Modoc Pre-fair activity will provide for reflection, gratitude and listings Foundation has named Gene Wednesday, Aug. 26, with community. This November, information on parades, and Wynarda Erquiaga as exhibit check-in from 9 a.m. and other Modoc Record is preparing ceremonies the 2026 Modoc District Fair to 7 p.m. in the Agriculture, a special guide dedicated gatherings. Readers will also grand marshals, honoring Dance Hall, Floral and details on organizations to honoring the men and find the couple for their years Quilt Buildings. with women who have served in offering assistanceDisplay of the forces. fair and health exhibitscare, such as boots, education and thesupport nation’sfor armed the County employment, booths, collectibles, as wellhats, as Thebroader guide Modoc will feature community. The Erquiagas robotics projects, salt blocks, opportunities and profiles of local veterans, volunteer will be recognized throughout scarecrows and table settings drives. community events, support donation the fair week as part be set up that day, with Community members are resources and waysof the for will “America 250” celebration. judging beginning at 8 a.m. the residents to get involved. invited to help shape Wold Amusements will again Thursday. The orAgriculture If you someone It will be printed and guide. operate the carnival. Daily you Building will has also served, accept know distributed throughout unlimited-ride vegetableMedia and herb entries encourages Modoc and Lassenarmbands counties. Modoc are available advance you from 4toto submit 7 p.m. Wednesday a photo, Stories willfor highlight purchase Fair Office and again from of 7 service. a.m. to and years resilience,at the sacrifice and name
Later, officers found Ehmen in the area of West 12th Street in Alturas and tried to contact him again, police said. He allegedly walked away through a nearby field, ignored several commands to stop and continued to actively resist when officers attempted to take him into custody. Sex offender registration requirements are in place so law enforcement and the public know who registrants are and where they are staying, Morgan said. He said Alturas police will locate and Unit, shows the strong hold accountable people who commitment to public safety come to the city and do not education, younger follow thoseensuring requirements. residents understand critical fire prevention measures. By teaching these crucial lessons at an early age, the program helps build safer communities through increased awareness and preparedness. Residents are noonencouraged Thursday. to follow the CAL FIRE Aug. Lassen Thursday, 27, Modoc marks the official opening day of the fair. The Open Horse Show and Junior Gymkhana start at 8 a.m. in the main arena. Livestock check-in for goats, sheep and swine runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with veterinary inspection required before unloading, while beef and dairy cattle Submissions be emailed may check incan from 11 a.m. to info@modocmedia.com. to 7 p.m. Exhibit buildings, Veterans not only except the Day Floralis Building, about honoring the are open from 5 to 8 p.m.,past and — about the it’s carnival runsrecognizing from 5 to 10 p.m. The Surprise Valley the ongoing contributions Chamber of Commerce will of veterans in our serve its Basque barbecue neighborhoods, workplaces fromfamilies. 4 to 6 p.m. near the and park stage area, and the The guide aims to Mark Walgenbach Memorial provide both inspiration Sheep Dog Trials begin at 5 and resources, p.m. inpractical the main arena with ensuring local stories of free admission. The fair courage and commitment officially opens to the public are remembered and at 5 p.m., giving visitors their first chance of the season to celebrated.
105th Modoc District Fair Returns to Cedarville Aug. 27–30
Veterans Day guide to honor local service members
Unit on social media for ongoing safety tips and community updates. Now a beloved annual event, the Fire Prevention Week program is something see the exhibits, livestock that firefighters, staff, and midway under the lights while live music by local artists plays on the grounds. Rancher’s Day activities highlight Friday, Aug. 28. Rancher’s Day events begin at 7 a.m. in the main arena, followed by a full day of livestock shows starting at 8 a.m. in the barns, with pen judging, junior and senior classes and junior showmanship. Swine classes begin at 8 a.m., with sheep and goats to follow and beef and dairy cattle judging after all sheep and goat classes are completed. Poultry and rabbit exhibitors check in their animals from 9 to 11 a.m. at the back gate. The Floral Building will accept entries and allow exhibitors to set up from 7 to 10 a.m. Friday; doors close promptly at 10 a.m., and any entries not set up by then will not be judged.
and students alike look forward to each year— an opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate the shared responsibility of keeping their community safe.
The building will be closed for judging from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A companion dog show is scheduled for 11 a.m. in the Sale Barn. Building exhibits and the quilt show open to the public from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., showcasing local handiwork and collections. Featured musical talent will perform on the park stage from noon to 3 p.m. and again at 6 p.m., with additional live music by local artists throughout the day. The popular greased pig contest returns at 5 p.m. in the park stage area, and the mechanical bull competition is set for 8 p.m. in the Sale Barn, giving fairgoers a full lineup of evening