by admin | Jul 7, 2026 | OPINIONS
I just wanted to thank you for allowing us to visit the Qualla Boundary and Cherokee this past weekend. My family came to the pow wow, and it was amazing. I think it is so important for our children to understand the real history of this country both good and bad. I...
by admin | Jun 30, 2026 | OPINIONS
Hello everyone, This is my Council Report for the month of June. I apologize for the delay in submitting this month’s report, and I will work to ensure timelier submissions and publications moving forward. As summer settles in, I encourage everyone to slow down and...
by admin | Jun 24, 2026 | OPINIONS
By Lamont H. Fuchs, Ed.D. (https://preacherspurs.com) Scripture references: Proverbs 16:9, Isaiah 55:11, Revelation 3:7, Psalm 73:28 , 2 Samuel 7:28 God, through His Word and us, accomplishes what He intends. God’s sovereignty is manifested either by...
by admin | Jun 19, 2026 | OPINIONS
By Mel Umbarger Director of Communications, NC Budget & Tax Center As our nation approaches its 250th anniversary, Juneteenth offers an opportunity not only to celebrate freedom, but also to reflect on how people have shaped our country throughout its history....
by admin | Jun 18, 2026 | OPINIONS
By Lamont H. Fuchs, Ed.D. (https://preacherspurs.com) Scripture references: 1 Chronicles 16:34, James 1:17, Ephesians 2:10, 1 Timothy 4:4, Romans 8:28, Philippians 2:13, 1 Corinthians 2:14, Lamentations 3:25, Romans 6:23 Now, for the flip side. How do you judge...
by admin | Jun 10, 2026 | OPINIONS
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. One Feather Asst. Editor CHEROKEE, N.C. – Madison Hye Long looks at things differently than most people. She has the eye of a photographer and sees the world through her lens. Nine years ago, I wrote these two sentences as the opening of...
