NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Interior designates five new National Recreation Trails
In celebration of Great Outdoors Month and National Trails Day on Saturday, June 7, the Department of the Interior today announced the designation of five new National Recreation Trails in six states, adding 387 miles to the National Trails System.
Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) overrides two vetoes on cannabis
During its regular session on Thursday, June 5, Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) overrode two vetoes by Ugvwiyuhi (Principal Chief) Michell Hicks regarding cannabis. The vetoes were of Res. No. 464 and Ord. No. 391, both of which were originally passed on May 1.
Three new ordinances submitted during June Dinilawigi (Tribal Council)
Three news ordinances were submitted during the Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) regular session on Thursday, June 5.
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ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
121 Holes: Check out cribbage group in Cherokee
Most enthusiasts consider it the best two-person card game there is. It has the combinations of poker, the strategic thinking of bridge, the luck of Crazy Eights, the math you wished you had learned in high school, and some of the best interaction between players of any game.
Asheville Symphony to perform at Harrah’s Cherokee Center’s ExploreAsheville.com Arena
Join the Asheville Symphony to ring in the new year with soul, symphony and style during “New Year’s Eve: She’s Got Soul” on Sunday, Dec. 31, at 8 p.m. in the Harrah’s Cherokee Center’s ExploreAsheville.com Arena.
EBCI Community Clubs recognized at WNC Honors Awards
The WNC Honors Awards, a program of WNC Communities, is built on a 74-year tradition of recognizing rural community development clubs for their innovative ideas and grassroots solutions.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Blessed are the caregivers
“Getting old ain’t for sissies.” This is a statement that you will hear frequently among the older generation, and it refers to many of the challenges of getting older. As we age, things change for us inside and out. Physically, our bones, muscles, and internal organs begin to wear and deteriorate. It starts happening sooner than most of us think (or want to think).
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Control yourself (Part 1 of 2)
I have seen most of you after the invitation to the alter has been made; it looks like everyone is saved. That’s good. I’m in good company.
COMMENTARY: How to win an online fight
COMMENTARY: How to win an online fight
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
BASKETBALL: Teesateskie named NCCAA All-American
Tori Teesateskie, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, has been named a NCCAA (National Christian College Athletic Association) DII Third Team All-American.
BASKETBALL: Braves, Lady Braves named to All-Conference teams
Several members of the Cherokee Braves and Lady Braves varsity basketball teams have been named to the Big Smoky Mountain All-Conference teams.
Special Olympics events, practices cancelled
As organizations nationwide take precautions to curb the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) has cancelled all events and practices through May 15.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Jennie Mae Watty Salinas
Jennie Mae Watty Salinas, of Cherokee, N.C., passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024. She is the daughter of the late Johnny Watty and Edith (Swayney) Wachacha.
OBITUARY: Joseph (Joe) Robert Scherer
Joseph (Joe) Robert Scherer, age 41, born July 9, 1982 in St. Louis, Mo., passed away peacefully on June 24, 2024 at his home in St. Clair Shores, Mich.
OBITUARY: Lucille Radford Washington
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Lucille Radford Washington, who lived a full and beautiful life for 104 years. She peacefully left our world on June 25, 2024, in her home in Mooresville, N.C., surrounded by her loved ones.
HAPPENINGS
Upcoming Pow Wows for May 15-17
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 May 8-10
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 May 1-3
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
Chicago to play Harrah’s Cherokee
Originally formed in 1967, Chicago is one of those rare bands that has maintained its success, featured original talent, and garnered decades of top 40 hits in the process. The first band to chart 40 albums in 50 decades, they scored 21 top-ten hits including 11 #1...
Visiting artist Mark Hewitt to give ceramics demonstrations at WCU on Feb. 13
North Carolina potter Mark Hewitt will hold ceramics demonstrations and give an artist’s talk Thursday, Feb. 13, at the John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center at Western Carolina University.
“The Inconvenient Indian” an insightful account into Indian policy
King’s chronicle of North American Indian history reads more like a story than a historical account you would find in a history book.
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