Senate sets Indian Affairs Committee

           U.S. Senator Daniel K. Akaka (D-HI) has been formally appointed to Chair the U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs in the new 112th Congress.  He was selected for the leadership post by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV).  Senator John Barrasso...

Kituwah Academy taking Applications

Kituwah Academy is now taking application for the following age groups: infants, 1-2 years, 3-4 years, 4-5 years.  All applicants go through an interview process.  A preference is given to families that speak the Cherokee language in the home or have access to...

WCU to host literacy conference Feb. 25

Western Carolina University’s College of Education and Allied Professions invites educators from throughout the region to attend a one-day conference focusing on literacy across the curriculum. The conference will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 25, in...