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N.C. sports delayed until at least Sept. 1
A day after N.C. Gov. Roy Cooper announced his plans for re-opening North Carolina public schools, the NCHSAA (North Carolina High School Athletic Association) announced it is delaying all fall sports until at least Sept. 1.
N.C. schools, including Cherokee Central, will open with ‘Plan B’
After a delayed decision, Governor Roy Cooper announced on the afternoon of Tuesday, July 14 that public schools in North Carolina will be opening this fall on a limited basis.
Tribe to enter into business relationship with Innovation Capital, LLC
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is looking at commercial gaming operations in various states, and Tribal Council has approved a measure to aid in that endeavor.
Chief Sneed appears on Congressional candidate’s talk show
Principal Chief Richard G. Sneed appeared on an 11th Congressional District candidate’s live virtual town hall meeting on the evening of Thursday, July 9.
CCS tentatively plans for an A/B schedule
In lieu of meeting in-person for the first time in July, the Cherokee Central Schools (CCS) Board of Education decided to hold an email poll to vote on 17 resolutions.
Person with COVID-19 attends church gatherings; health officials encouraging testing
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) and Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA) identified a Qualla Boundary resident on Thursday, July 9 who tested positive for COVID-19.
Council passes “Becky’s Law” regarding debate discussions
One of the most vocal and involved members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) is Becky Walker – who, for years has attended Tribal Council meetings offering her thoughts, insight, and suggestions on issues affecting the Tribe.
Feasibility study set for Cherokee meat production
A feasibility study for a potential Cherokee meat production facility was approved Tuesday, July 7 at the regular session of Budget Council.
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