Community News
WCU enrollment tops 9,600 to set new record
CULLOWHEE – Total student enrollment at Western Carolina University has topped 9,600 for the first time in WCU history, thanks to an increase of nearly 3 percent in the size of the freshman class and an improvement in the university’s retention rate. Enrollment for...
Cherokee Schools continuing Backpack Program
By LAURA CABE In collaboration with the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC), the Child Nutrition Program, Cherokee Youth Center and Ms. Ronnie Via’s high school calculus class, Cherokee Central Schools is continuing the MANNA backpack program for the fifth...
CHS names 2012 Homecoming Court
Cherokee High School has named 10 young ladies to its 2012 Homecoming Court.
Youth are encouraged to enter arts/crafts in Indian Fair
By HEATHER JAMES EBCI 4-H AGENT It’s that time of year again to be preparing your youth to participate in the Cherokee Indian Fair by taking part in a time old tradition of entering their items for display and judging for all the community to enjoy. Did you...
Cherokee Central Schools September menus
Oconaluftee Job Corps CCC celebrates 20 Graduates
Oconaluftee Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center joined 125 other Job Corps centers across the country to celebrate the second annual ‘National Job Corps Commencement Day’.
Bill Taylor Scholarship awarded to three students
The three recipients of the Bill Taylor Scholarship for the current school year are Sunnie Hill Clapsaddle, Melvena Swimmer, and Sean Michael Stamper. The scholarship is intended for students pursuing a degree in Business Administration or a Business-related area. ...
Two worthy causes, one day, one place
Two health events are scheduled at Cherokee High School on Thursday, Aug. 30 that will benefit those in need. The school will play host to a blood drive and a bone marrow registry drive from 8:30am – 7:30pm in the auxillary gym.
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