OBITUARY: Dale Franklin

OBITUARY: Dale Franklin

Dale Franklin, 57 of Cherokee, passed away unexpectedly early Wednesday morning, Nov. 29, 2023. A native and a lifelong resident of Jackson County, he was the son of Mary Olvey Franklin and the late Jesse Franklin. Dale worked for over 30 years and retired from...
EBCI ARTIST PROFILE: Jody Bradley Lipscomb

EBCI ARTIST PROFILE: Jody Bradley Lipscomb

By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. One Feather Asst. Editor   CHEROKEE, N.C. – For Jody Bradley Lipscomb, her art is a way to connect with and educate others about her heritage.  A member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), she has shown her paintings in numerous...
CIPD Arrest Report for Nov. 27 to Dec. 3, 2023

CIPD Arrest Report for Nov. 27 to Dec. 3, 2023

The following people were arrested by the Cherokee Indian Police Department and booked into the Anthony Edward Lossiah Justice Center. It should be noted that the following defendants have only been charged with the crimes listed and should be presumed innocent until...