Cherokee County Casino approved

By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. ONE FEATHER STAFF   Cherokee County should soon see a much-needed economic boost to their area.  Tribal Council voted 11-1 to build a casino on a tract of trust land in the county which has one of the highest unemployment rates (13.5 percent...

Park Volunteers needed for roving

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is recruiting volunteers to assist park visitors by roving the River Trail, Mountain Farm Museum and fields along Highway 441 (Newfound Gap Road).  The volunteer positions will be available from now through Nov. 9. These volunteers...