

Local teen continues barrel-racing competitions after challenging year
A Tahlequah teen is making her mark in the rodeo profession with barrel racing and despite a challenging year, she’s determined to keep...

Keri Gordon
Mar 12, 2024


Sheriff's Reports 3-12-24: Man allegedly uses refrigerator to block deputies from entering apartment
A man was arrested after deputies found methamphetamine inside the apartment he was in. On March 6, Cherokee County Sheriff's Sgt. Ryan...

Keri Gordon
Mar 12, 2024


Stilwell man sentenced to federal prison for drunken crash that injured two passengers
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced that a Stilwell man was sentenced to one year in...

Keri Gordon
Mar 11, 2024


Police chief urges drivers to be 'mindful' during construction process to major roadway
During a March 11 chat session, Tahlequah Police Chief Nate King updated the public on call numbers for the month and upcoming training...

Keri Gordon
Mar 11, 2024


Tahlequah FD, Cherokee Nation celebrates new ladder truck during push-in ceremony
Residents and tribal and city officials gathered at Station 1 at the Tahlequah Fire Department Monday, March 11 to celebrate the Push-in...

Keri Gordon
Mar 11, 2024


OHP: Tahlequah man injured in motorcycle v. vehicle crash
A 49-year-old man is in stable condition after he reportedly rear-ended a vehicle Sunday evening. According to the Oklahoma Highway...

Keri Gordon
Mar 11, 2024


Sheriff's Reports 3-8-24: Woman accused of stabbing deputy with ink pen
A woman was accused of stabbing a deputy in the side of the head with an ink pen as she was being taken into custody. On March 4,...

Keri Gordon
Mar 8, 2024


No injuries reported after 15-minute standoff with armed man
Tahlequah Police Chief Nate King confirmed that a man had barricaded himself inside a residence and he was armed with a handgun. Officers...

Keri Gordon
Mar 8, 2024


Off-duty Tahlequah Police officer injured after gun discharged
Tahlequah Police Chief Nate King confirmed that an off-duty police officer was injured Wednesday afternoon after his gun accidentally...

Keri Gordon
Mar 6, 2024


Sheriff's Reports 3-6-24: Man arrested for DUI, possession during traffic stop
A defective headlight caught the attention of patrol deputies and landed one man in jail for DUI and possession. On Feb. 28, Cherokee...

Keri Gordon
Mar 6, 2024




