OBITUARY: Raymond Lee Farmer

OBITUARY: Raymond Lee Farmer

Raymond Lee Farmer, 66, of Sylva, N.C., went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. Raymond was born on Sept. 26, 1959 to the late James W. Farmer and Mary H. Farmer. Raymond is survived by the love of his life, Jenny Bean. Also surviving are two sons,...
CIPD Arrest Report for Oct. 6-12, 2025

CIPD Arrest Report for Oct. 6-12, 2025

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...
COMMENTARY: When a man really cares

COMMENTARY: When a man really cares

By ELAINE EISENBRAUN Nikwasi Initiative Executive Director   Noquisiyi (previously known as Nikwasi) Mound stands silently and patiently in Franklin, N.C., waiting for the time when it can be embraced again with ceremony and spirit, when its history and meaning...