by Anthony Brown | Jun 3, 2014 | Front Page, NEWS ka-no-he-da
Cherokee Nation citizen Keith Harper made history on Tuesday, June 3 when the U.S. Senate confirmed him to serve as the U.S. Representative to the United Nations Human Rights Council, making him the first Native American to serve as an Ambassador. “Keith Harper has...
by Anthony Brown | Jun 3, 2014 | NEWS ka-no-he-da
WASHINGTON – In light of recent revelations showing improper care and mismanagement at numerous Veterans Affairs hospitals across the country, Congressman Mark Meadows (R-NC) announced that his office established an email account dedicated specifically to...
by Anthony Brown | Jun 3, 2014 | Front Page, NEWS ka-no-he-da
WASHINGTON —The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) announced on Tuesday, June 2 that Cherokee Indian Hospital has received NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Recognition for using evidence-based, patient-centered processes that focus on highly...
by Anthony Brown | Jun 2, 2014 | Front Page, NEWS ka-no-he-da
BAR HARBOR, Maine – Trust Reform, U.S. Supreme Court and federal court decisions and their impact on Indian Country, Carcieri Fix, youth and education, exploring leverage and partnership opportunities, building stronger Tribal economies, and dealing with climate...
by Anthony Brown | May 31, 2014 | NEWS ka-no-he-da
For many centuries, the Cherokee have assisted members of their tribe who need help, perhaps tending a garden, fixing a roof, lending a hand with painting or yard clean up. During this year’s daylong event held on Thursday, May 15, approximately 225 volunteers...
by Anthony Brown | May 31, 2014 | Front Page, NEWS ka-no-he-da
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. ONE FEATHER STAFF Nineteen Cherokees will retrace the Trail of Tears on a 950-mile bike ride during the month of June. This year’s Remember the Removal riders were honored at a special send-off event at Kituwah on Friday, May 30. “I’m...
