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Cherokee Chapter hosts NAIWA Conference
The Cherokee Chapter of the North American Indian Women’s Association (NAIWA) hosted the annual National Conference this week. Participants came from state chapters all over the country including South Dakota, New Mexico, Oklahoma and New York.
Tribal Council approves gaming compact, now onto DC
Two days after Gov. Perdue signed state legislation paving the way for live table games at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino, Principal Chief Michell Hicks ratified a Tribal Council resolution officially approving the amended gaming compact between the Tribe and the state.
Manage your EBCI Money deadline approaching
The deadline for completion of the Manage your EBCI Money program is Saturday, June 30. Checks will be distributed the first week of September. To receive your check, you must present the following: * Certificate from Manage Your EBCI Money (log onto...
CPF announces photo contest
Cherokee Preservation Foundation has announced it is sponsoring a community photo contest in connection with its 10th Anniversary Celebration. The contest is open to people who live on the Qualla Boundary or in Haywood, Swain, Graham, Jackson, Cherokee, Macon...
Gov. Perdue signs legislation to allow table games at Harrah’s Cherokee
After months of political wrangling, it’s over…but, in a good way for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Gov. Bev Perdue signed legislation on Wednesday, June 6 that changes state law to allow live table gaming at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino per an amended gaming compact signed last month.
Tribal Council postponed for July
Due to the 4th of July Holiday and Tri-Council events for July, Tribal Council for the month of July 2012 has been postponed. The next official budget and regular Council dates are: - Tuesday, July 31 (Budget Council) - Thursday, Aug. 2 (Regular...
Enrollment Office no longer scheduling DNA tests
The EBCI Enrollment Office will no longer schedule appointments for DNA Testing. To schedule an appointment, please call Christina Bowlin at 1 Family Services. The toll free telephone number is 855-431-1232. Please direct all questions related to DNA Testing...
House approves gaming measure, Senate could vote today
The North Carolina House of Representatives passed a measure (SB582) yesterday, June 5 that would change state gaming laws allowing live table games at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino.
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