James Edward Smith – Obituary

James Edward Smith, 48, of Cherokee died unexpectedly on August1, 2010 at Mission Hospital in Asheville. Eddie was an active member of his community and represented Yellowhill as a School Board Member. He was employed as a public works inspector and was a member of...

Chief visits Fort Armistead

By RUSSELL TOWNSEND Principal Chief Michell Hicks made a visit to the site of Fort Armistead near present-day Coker Creek, Tennessee on Thursday, July 29.  He and Tribal Historic Preservation Officer, Russell Townsend, met with U.S. Forest Service officials and...

Tribal Council Agenda – Thursday, Aug. 5

PROVIDED By TOP OFFICE ***Indicates timed item, individual has been notified at this specific time to be present   8:30 a.m. – Reports & Announcements ***9:00 a.m. – Cherokee High School Football Coach Craig Barker – Request for Time ***9:10 a.m. – Warren...

Budget Council Agenda – Tuesday, Aug. 3

PROVIDED By TOP OFFICE 8:30 a.m.      Request for time – Benefits Department – Retirement / Pension 8:40 a.m.      Gaming Allocation Ordinance (Item No. 1) 8:50 a.m.      Tabled Res. No. 238 – 3 % COLA for Tribal employees (Item No. 2)          9:00...