Members of a group who identify themselves as the “Tuscarora Nation” faced charges Monday, July 23 of gambling, manufacturing controlled substances, and money laundering at illegal casinos in Maxton, Pembroke, and Red Springs. Vehicles, currency, marijuana, firearms and more than 200 illegal gaming machines were seized during the raids.

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 Judgment Summaries for May 30, 31; June 6, 13, 27, 28; and July 11, 18

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.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park rangers responded to a multi-vehicle collision near mile marker 25 on Newfound Gap Road at approximately 3:30pm on Saturday, July 14.

Tribal members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians will soon be able to receive internet service at their respective community clubs.