Man taken into custody following a stand-off

  Dustin Corey Jones, 26, of Cherokee, was taken into custody following an armed stand-off in the Rough Branch Community on Friday, Jan. 18.  According to information released by the EBCI Division of Public Safety, Jones barricaded himself with a firearm. ...

Principal Chief’s Report for Jan. 17

  By PRINCIPAL CHIEF RICHARD G. SNEED   It is always an honor to represent the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.  I work hard to ensure that I give my all each week to ensure the EBCI is run properly and within policy, while also taking time to meet with the...

Tribal Court Judgment Summary for Jan. 11

  GEORGE, Michael Anthony 14-10.11 Injuring Real Property – Guilty Plea, 60 days jail time suspended, 6 months unsupervised probation, court costs: $190, restitution ordered: $600   LEDFORD, Justin Zane 14-40.1(b)(2) Domestic Violence, Fear of Infliction of...

Tribal Court Dockets for Jan. 16 and 17

  This is a criminal docket date for the Cherokee Tribal Court.  All of the defendants listed have only been charged with the crimes/offenses listed and should be considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Tribal Court Docket for Wednesday, Jan....