OBITUARY: Robert Eugene Flippo

  Robert Eugene Flippo, age 64, of Cherokee, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Friday, April 30, 2021. He is the son of the late Emmett Flippo and Mary Sue Hendrix Tipton. Robert was also preceded in death by brothers, Ronald Flippo, Jimmy Flippo and...

OBITUARY: Jimmy Nathan Williams

  Jimmy Nathan Williams, 27, of Bryson City, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, May 1, 2021. A native of Hogansville, Ga. and longtime resident of Bryson City, he was the son of the late Jimmy and Donna Williams. In addition to his parents, he was also...

Ask Dr. Per Cap: Commitment device

  Dear Dr. Per Cap: How can I convince my dad he needs to save for retirement?  He just spends and spends while saying “live in the now”. Signed, Worried About Daddy   Dear Worried, You’re an awesome daughter to show concern for your dad’s financial future.  The...

COMMENTARY: Dear Tourist     

  By ROBERT JUMPER One Feather Editor   I thought it might be prudent to speak to our tourists and visitors, both current and prospective. It has been a rough year of missed opportunity and stressful planning for most of the tourism organizations in our area...