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...

Mary Lucille Smith McCoy – obituary

  Mary Lucille Smith McCoy, 78, of the Yellowhill community, went home to be with the Lord on Jan. 15, 2019. She was the daughter of the late Russell Samuel Smith and the late Elizabeth French Smith.  In addition to her parents, Mary is preceded in death by her...

COMMENTARY: Please curb use of the term ‘addict’

  By JEREMY WILSON WOLFTOWN TRIBAL COUNCIL REP.   Recently, I made a post in regards to our syringe exchange program, and I was respectfully corrected when using the term “addict”. I removed that word and took some time to think about it. I understand why we...