My name is Angela Lambert Gunter.  I am a member of the Birdtown Community, and I am the proud mother of four children, two step children, and 11 grandchildren. 

Recently, I made a post in regards to our syringe exchange program, and I was respectfully corrected when using the term “addict”. I removed that word and took some time to think about it.

Mixing theory or belief in a factual article is confusing to the reader and will erode the credibility of the writer, and the publisher. There is a place marked for opinions in our paper.

Since time immemorial, Cherokee people have harvested traditional plants, such as sochan and ramps, from the beautiful mountains in western North Carolina.  Over time, laws have prevented tribal members from harvesting these healthy plants. 

Our law is frequently adjusted. Every two years a new set of government representatives adds, deletes, and amends our laws. That is their job, their responsibility.

Jake Swimmer is a Native American cartoonist and graphic designer and enrolled member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.

Yes, I support the exchange program’s efforts to reduce the spread of disease, but I don’t feel good about it.

So much in this region and with our Tribe centers around the federal government.