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Tribal member assists research into cell phone health hazards
Kristin “Sassy” Washington, a healthcare communications major at Western Carolina University, recently conducted research with her classmates on the dangers of extended daily cell phone usage.
Council approves Cannabis Commission again
For the second time in as many months, Tribal Council has approved legislation authorizing a Cannabis Commission for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
Tribal Court Docket for Dec. 4, 5
This is a criminal docket date for the Cherokee Tribal Court. All of the defendants listed have only been charged with the crimes/offenses listed and should be considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
CCS School Board holds first December meeting
The Monday, Dec. 2 meeting of the Cherokee Central Schools (CCS) Board of Education was called to order
USET passes Chief Sneed’s eagle feather resolution
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is considering changes to the rules governing the possession of eagle feathers which would allow members of state recognized tribes and non-Indians with “sincere” religious beliefs to have them
Cherokee Nation honors top Indian-owned businesses of 2019
The Cherokee Nation honored hundreds of Native-owned businesses during the tribe’s annual TERO Certified Indian Owned Business Awards Banquet Thursday, Nov. 21 at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa.
Governor’s Office holds Regional Engagement Session in Bryson City
Several members of Governor Roy Cooper’s office held a meeting at the Marianna Black Public Library in Bryson City on Thursday, Nov. 21.
U.S. Attorney General launches national MMIP strategy
U.S. Attorney General William P. Barr launched a national strategy on Friday, Nov. 22 to address missing and murdered Native Americans.
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