Community News
Maples makes All-State Honor Band
Avery Maples, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and a senior at Swain County High School has placed in the top five clarinet spots for the North Carolina All-State Honor Band.
Theme selected for Cherokee Indian Fair
The winner of this year’s fair theme was Jeannie Burgess, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians of the Wolftown Community. Her entry was “Say it in Cherokee ‘Hniwi Tsalagi’”.
Tribal member shows art in Brooklyn
Isabella Saunooke, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and a sophomore seeking a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in painting with a minor in philosophy from the Pratt Institute, participated recently in the university’s art show entitled “XO”. (Photo courtesy of Saunooke family)
Tribal member named to Alaska’s Top Forty Under 40
The Top Forty Under 40 list of young executives in Alaska was announced recently by the Alaska Journal of Commerce and the Anchorage Daily News, and a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians made the cut.
Produce program teaches healthy habits
Jessica Mrugala has been focused on a healthier Cherokee for years.
Pottery students show their work at Museum
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. One Feather Staff The art of Cherokee pottery is alive and well and is moving into the 21st century with renewed vigor. Students in a class entitled Traditional Pottery for Beginners, tau ght by Cherokee potter Tara McCoy and hosted...
Panther selected to position at NIGC
A member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians has been selected to a position in an organization that is at the forefront of Indian Gaming. Ericka Panther was chosen recently as a new compliance officer for the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) for the Washington, D.C. region.
Cherokee High School Honor Rolls – 3rd Quarter
Cherokee High School Honor Rolls – 3rd Quarter
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