OBITUARY: Karen Lynn George

OBITUARY: Karen Lynn George

Karen Lynn George, daughter of late Jennie Lossie-George and Alfred George, was born on Aug. 30h, 1965 in Cherokee, N.C.  She went to be home with the lord on Nov. 16, 2024. In addition to her parents, she preceded in death by her grandma, Gertrude Lossie;...
COMMENTARY: Stop highlighting Cherokee objects

COMMENTARY: Stop highlighting Cherokee objects

By JAKELI SWIMMER Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians tribal member   I’ve recently read an article titled “Carving a Path: The Future of Cherokee Art Collection” in my local paper about Driver Blythe’s journey into the world of art collection. While the article...
OBITUARY: Frances Fannie Cucumber

OBITUARY: Frances Fannie Cucumber

Frances Fannie Cucumber, 90, passed away at Tsali Care Center on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, after an extended illness. She was a native and lifelong resident of Cherokee, and the daughter of the late James Cucumber and Elizabeth (Reed) Cucumber. In addition to her...
OBITUARY: Magan Leigh Wachacha

OBITUARY: Magan Leigh Wachacha

Magan Leigh Wachacha, 45, of Cherokee, passed away Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at Mission Hospital, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born on Feb. 10, 1979, in Andrews, to Berdina Wolfe Salazar and the late Herman Wachacha. Megan was an avid basket maker...