Native mascots should be dropped

By LISA JONES Let us change our mascot to George Washington in his masonic apron and we could say our motto is the “Fighting Rednecks.” What kind of outrage do you think that would create? How much attention would Haskell Indian Nations University receive...

Huddle House in Cherokee is Autism-Friendly

When my daughter hears we are going to Huddle House, she gets so excited. That has become one of her favorite restaurants mainly because she has learned they will do whatever it takes to help her feel comfortable. Those affected with Autism have the hardest time in...

EDITORIAL: You own it

By ROBERT JUMPER  ONE FEATHER EDITOR    Each member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is an owner of the properties constructed and maintained by the tribe. These buildings are constructed to be of service to the community. The people not only have an...

LETTER: Some voters wield a greater power

The filing period has closed, the battle lines have been drawn, and each party has begun selecting its champion for November. While November is many months away, much will be decided in the next few weeks in the primary election. Rather than a selection of the best...

Peter’s Pancakes is Autism-friendly

Ever since we have been eating at Peter’s Pancakes, they have treated my son like a so-called normal kid.  They joke with him and call him “honey” and “darling”.  They are all-around nice, and they check on him to see if he needs anything else.  I don’t think they...

Thank you from Margaret French

I would like to express my thanks to all who came to my aid during a recent illness/accident.  First, I want to thank my Lord who is always watching over me.  Thank you to my family, who is always there.  Thank you to the EMS, Big Cove Fire Station, The Cherokee...