NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
BGN vote on Kuwohi name restoration could be coming soon
An application to restore the name of Clingman’s Dome, in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, to its original Cherokee name, Kuwohi (mulberry place), was sent to the U.S. Board on Geographic Names (BGN) in February. Officials say a vote could be coming soon.
Climbingbear pleads not guilty to three charges, five dismissed
Travis Climbingbear, 44, pleaded not guilty to all charges brought against him at his arraignment in Cherokee Tribal Court on Monday, July 15. Charges were filed May 13, and Climbingbear was arrested May 17 and placed under a $2,000 bond.
Cherokee Indian Hospital to hold Job Fair to address staffing shortage
The Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA) is currently short-staffed and is planning a Job Fair to address this issue. The event, which will feature on-the-spot interviews, will be held in the Welch Top Conference Room in the hospital on Monday, July 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
EBCI tribal members chosen for Indigenous Leadership Academy
Two members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) have been selected to participate in the Indigenous Leadership Academy through the Arizona State University (ASU) American Indian Policy Institute. Devyn Smith and Tevis Blankenship were chosen for the Spring 2023 cohort program.
Little Free Library dedicated and funded at Dora Reed Children’s Center
CHEROKEE, N.C. – Tuesday, Jan. 24 marked the dedication ceremony for the now-named Vonne and Shih-Rong Little Free Library located at the Dora Reed Children’s Center.
Cherokee High School 2nd Quarter Honor Roll
Cherokee High School 2nd Quarter Honor Roll
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
LETTER: Reader feels the “Stop the Pot Act” is a pipe dream
No matter their age or position of power, bullies are all the same. When staring down an inevitable loss, the last desperate attempt to turn things around is always an empty threat hurled at their enemy with malicious intent.
Thank you for support of the Autism Walk/Run
The Autism Walk/Run in Fletcher, N.C. was awesome. We had awesome numbers and turnout. There were 34 teams who participated and we ranked #9 .
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Sanctification brings changes in speech and behaviors.
When is sanctification going to happen for me? It will begin to happen when that person gets overthinking only of their own selves in this all the time.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
WRESTLING: NCHSAA 1A State consolation semifinals
The NCHSAA held the second day of the 2020 Individual Wrestling Tournament this morning at the Greensboro Colesium.
WRESTLING: NCHSAA 1A State consolation first round results
The NCHSAA held the second day of the 2020 Individual Wrestling Tournament on the morning of Saturday, Feb. 22 at the Greensboro Colesium.
WRESTLING: NCHSAA 1A State semifinal results
The NCHSAA held the championship second day of the 2020 Individual Wrestling Tournament on the morning of Saturday, Feb. 22 at the Greensboro Colesium.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: John Delsin-Tyee Queen
John Delsin-Tyee Queen, age 20, passed away at his home on Monday, Oct. 16, 2023 after a courageous battle with leukemia.
OBITUARY: Helen Biddix Parker
Helen Biddix Parker, 85, of Sylva, passed away Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023. A native and a lifelong resident of Jackson County, she was the daughter of the late Newt and Margaret Biddix.
OBITUARY: William Arthur (Bill) Moles
William Arthur (Bill) Moles, age 87, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023 at the home of his daughter with his family by his side.
HAPPENINGS
Upcoming Pow Wows for July 1-5
Note: This list of pow wows was compiled by One Feather staff. The One Feather does not endorse any of these dances. It is simply a listing of ones occurring throughout the continent. Please call before traveling.
Upcoming Pow Wows for June 26-28
Note: This list of pow wows was compiled by One Feather staff. The One Feather does not endorse any of these dances. It is simply a listing of ones occurring throughout the continent. Please call before traveling.
Upcoming Pow Wows for June 19-21
Note: This list of pow wows was compiled by One Feather staff. The One Feather does not endorse any of these dances. It is simply a listing of ones occurring throughout the continent. Please call before traveling.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
REO Speedwagon rescheduled
Due to a personal scheduling conflict, REO Speedwagon will no longer be performing at Harrah's Cherokee on Feb. 14. They are now scheduled to perform on Friday, May 9. All tickets purchased for the concert will be honored for the rescheduled date and full refunds are...
The Band Perry to play Harrah’s Cherokee
"Daddy rocked us to sleep with the Rolling Stones; Mama woke us up with Loretta Lynn. So we get it honest." Kimberly Perry Since releasing their self-titled debut album in 2010, The Band Perry have ascended to dizzying heights. Fronted by Kimberly Perry and rounded...
Journey to Forgiveness documentaries available
In May 2012, the Cherokee Healing and Wellness Coalition sponsored a Journey to Forgiveness and Healing where 16 Eastern Cherokees and six non-Cherokee friends met with members of the Cherokee Nation and United Keetoowah Band in Tahlequah, Okla. before retracing the...
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