OBITUARY: Carly Dea Maples

OBITUARY: Carly Dea Maples

Carly Dea Maples, 47, of the Birdtown Community, passed away peacefully with family by her side Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. A native of Cherokee, she was the daughter of Linda Maples of Cherokee, and George O. Burgess of Franklin, N.C. She is survived by her children,...
OBITUARY: Karen Lynn George

OBITUARY: Karen Lynn George

Karen Lynn George, daughter of late Jennie Lossie-George and Alfred George, was born on Aug. 30h, 1965 in Cherokee, N.C.  She went to be home with the lord on Nov. 16, 2024. In addition to her parents, she preceded in death by her grandma, Gertrude Lossie;...
COMMENTARY: Stop highlighting Cherokee objects

COMMENTARY: Stop highlighting Cherokee objects

By JAKELI SWIMMER Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians tribal member   I’ve recently read an article titled “Carving a Path: The Future of Cherokee Art Collection” in my local paper about Driver Blythe’s journey into the world of art collection. While the article...
OBITUARY: Frances Fannie Cucumber

OBITUARY: Frances Fannie Cucumber

Frances Fannie Cucumber, 90, passed away at Tsali Care Center on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, after an extended illness. She was a native and lifelong resident of Cherokee, and the daughter of the late James Cucumber and Elizabeth (Reed) Cucumber. In addition to her...