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New grant aims to preserve Cherokee ecological knowledge
A nearly $500,000 grant from the National Science Foundation aims to preserve the Cherokee culture through the establishment of a mentor program for young Cherokee Nation citizens.
Park announces Paving Project between Townsend and Cades Cove
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials have announced that a paving project will begin the week of March 12 on Laurel Creek Road, Townsend Entrance Road, and Tremont Road.
Principal Chief’s Report (week of Feb. 26 – March 2)
This week, I joined Tribal Council to break ground for a new housing project along Highway 19 in the Painttown community.
Lt. Col. Kina Swayney named EBCI Beloved Woman
The late Lt. Col. Kina Swayney received numerous awards and commendations during her 24-year distinguished military career, and now she has received the highest designation within the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
Coach Briggs named Honorary Member of Tribe
Kent Briggs, Cherokee Braves head football coach, led his team to a state title this past season, and now he has another title.
Adcock receives Fellowship to record and share history of Snowbird Day School
Trey Adcock, UNC Asheville assistant professor of interdisciplinary studies who also directs the university’s American Indian & Indigenous Studies Program, has won a $50,000 Whiting Public Engagement Fellowship – one of only seven awarded nationally in 2018.
Groundbreaking held for housing complex in Painttown
Tribal leaders and housing officials of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians gathered on the rainy afternoon of Wednesday, Feb. 28 to break ground on a new housing opportunity for tribal members.
Tribal Court Dockets for March 7, 8
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.
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