OBITUARY: Irvin Phillip Owle

OBITUARY: Irvin Phillip Owle

Irvin Phillip Owle, 83, passed away on Monday, Dec. 8, 2025, at Maggie Valley Nursing and Rehab in Maggie Valley, N.C., after a period of declining health. He was born in Cherokee on Oct. 31, 1942, to the late Samuel and Callie Smith Owle. Irvin dedicated 30 years...
Littledave, Stephens receive Frell Owl Award

Littledave, Stephens receive Frell Owl Award

  By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. One Feather Asst. Editor   CHEROKEE, N.C. – Sheyahshe Littledave and Ahli-sha Stephens, both members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, were named the recipients of the prestigious Frell Owl Award during a ceremony at Granny’s...
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Christmas Story

SPEAKING OF FAITH: Christmas Story

Editor’s Note: Faith and belief are personal choices. What I believe, you may choose not to believe. What you believe, I may not choose to believe. What follows is a story of love and hope. It is here for you to either accept or reject. Your choice. As a believer, I...