by admin | Sep 24, 2019 | COMMUNITY sgadugi
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. ONE FEATHER STAFF From sipping on apple cider to hiking through the woods while leaves fall around you, fall has its share of cozy moments. Cherokee, nestled in the Smoky Mountains, has been named one of the best fall destinations in...
by admin | Sep 23, 2019 | COMMUNITY sgadugi
CULLOWHEE – Western Carolina University’s 2019 Mountain Heritage Awards, given in honor of achievements in historic preservation and outstanding cultural contributions in the region, will be presented at Mountain Heritage Day on Saturday, Sept. 28, on the Blue...
by admin | Sep 20, 2019 | A&E, COMMUNITY sgadugi
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. ONE FEATHER STAFF Chisel in hand, a noted sculptor and artist climbed atop a piece that was dedicated in Cherokee nearly 30 years ago. Pete Wolf Toth, creator of the giant Sequoyah statue that has sat proudly in front of the Museum...
by admin | Sep 17, 2019 | COMMUNITY sgadugi
By JONAH LOSSIAH ONE FEATHER STAFF JaTanna Feather takes a long look at her dancers. A few dozen pairs of feet bounce off the stage at the fairgrounds. It’s a Wednesday night with class starting at 5:30 p.m. This time each week is significant. Not just...
by admin | Sep 12, 2019 | COMMUNITY sgadugi
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. ONE FEATHER STAFF For over 11,000 years, Cherokee feet have danced on the ground of the mountains in western North Carolina. That proud tradition of dance is being recognized. The Grand Marshals for the Cherokee Indian Fair Parade on...
by admin | Sep 6, 2019 | COMMUNITY sgadugi
The Cherokee Youth Council (CYC) had a busy summer. The members were involved in several activities and events. Two of the major highlights for the members this summer were the leadership development opportunities through the UNITY National Conference which...