Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos extends temporary closure through April

by admin | Apr 2, 2020 | Front Page, NEWS ka-no-he-da

  As the COVID-19 pandemic remains a threat both locally and nationally, Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos (Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort & Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel) has further extended its closure through the end of April. Following the...

Cherokee Indian Hospital starting drive-thru COVID-19 testing 

by admin | Apr 1, 2020 | Front Page, Health, NEWS ka-no-he-da

  By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. ONE FEATHER STAFF    The Cherokee Indian Hospital is starting drive-thru coronavirus (COVID-19) testing beginning Thursday, April 2.  This testing service, open only to residents of the Qualla Boundary, is available Monday through...

Park extends closure to support regional COVID-19 prevention efforts

by admin | Apr 1, 2020 | General Announcements

  Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced on Wednesday, April 1 that all Park areas, except the Foothills Parkway and Spur, will remain closed until further notice. All access to the park, including trails and roads, were originally closed on...

Governor Cooper signs Executive Order to prohibit utility disconnections in the wake of COVID-19

by admin | Apr 1, 2020 | General Announcements

  Governor Roy Cooper announced on Wednesday, April 1 another step to help families by prohibiting utilities from disconnecting people who are unable to pay during this pandemic. The Order applies to electric, gas, water and wastewater services for the next 60...

EBCI PHHS: April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month

by admin | Apr 1, 2020 | General Announcements

  April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month.  This month and throughout the year, EBCI Public Health & Human Services encourages all individuals and organizations to play a role in making our community a better place for children and families.  By...