NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
MMIW Profile: Jessica “Jet” Calhoun and Ah-Yo-Ka “Yoki Bear” Calhoun
Jessica “Jet” Calhoun, 29, and her daughter, Ah-Yo-Ka “Yoki Bear” Calhoun, 5, both members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), were tragically killed in a car wreck on Jan. 9, 2021.
Cherokee High School instructor faces 7 charges in Cherokee Tribal Court
Travis Climbingbear, 44, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) and public safety course instructor at Cherokee High School (CHS), was arrested on Monday, May 13 by Cherokee Indian Police Department (CIPD).
Former Tribal Alcohol Beverage Control Commissioner appears in court for fraud charges
On the morning of Wednesday, May 29, George Mitchell Littlejohn, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) and former Tribal Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) board commissioner, appeared in Cherokee Tribal Court before Judge Monty Beck on six felony charges and five misdemeanor charges:
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Park invites visitors to “We Are Grateful Otsaliheliga” Storybook Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Park invites visitors to experience the “We Are Grateful Otsaliheliga” Storybook Trail on Saturday, Oct. 8 through Friday, Nov. 4 on the Oconaluftee River Trail near Cherokee, N.C.
2022 Cherokee Indian Fair Qualla Arts & Crafts winners
PHOTO ALBUM: Cherokee Indian Fair Exhibit Hall Following are the winners in the Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual, Inc. contests at the 2022 Cherokee Indian Fair: Adult Division Adult Best of Show: Gabriel Crow Traditional Pottery (3 pieces): 1st – Merina Swimmer...
Dracula returns to Cherokee
“Last year we built it, and I feel like this year we’re crafting it,” said Bailey Frankenberg, who plays Lucy Westerna in “Dracula: The Failings of Men”.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Acknowledgments for Tribal Election Debates
We just wrapped up the tribal election debates for 2023. I wish to thank all of the candidates who were able to attend and participate in the debates
SPEAKING OF FAITH: God sometimes rocks our world as a part of training us
Uncomfortable situations, in a place one may not want to be in, could be nothing more than being placed in training to become that tree of Righteousness that God has called us to be.
LETTER: Neadeau bows out of Big Cove race
First and foremost, I would like to thank every tribal member that has taken time to speak to me, support me, and trust me as the Chief of Police, Tribal Council candidate, and as a proud EBCI tribal member.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
FOOTBALL: Cherokee makes state playoffs, see full first round pairings
Per NCHSAA: 1A FOOTBALL STATE CHAMPIONSHIP STATE CHAMPIONSHIP PAIRING Friday, Nov. 15 EAST #1 Rosewood (10-1), BYE #8 South Creek (5-6) vs. #9 Southside (4-7) #5 Northside-Pinetown (7-4) vs. #12 KIPP Pride (5-6) #4 Northampton County (8-3), BYE #3 Pamlico...
CROSS COUNTRY: Esquivel, Swayney qualify for state meet
Jaylynne Esquivel, Cherokee Lady Braves cross country team, took fifth place at the NCHSAA 1A West Regional Cross Country Championships at Southside Park in Newton on Saturday, Nov. 2.
CROSS COUNTRY: Esquivel takes third at SMC Championship meet
On a cool, crystal-clear day made for running, Cherokee’s Jaylynne Esquivel took third place in the girls race at the Smoky Mountain Conference Cross Country Championships held at Cherokee High School on Wednesday, Oct. 23.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Francis Frank Marion Blythe
Francis Frank Marion Blythe Jr., 82, of Lincoln, died on July 21, 2023.
OBITUARY: Martin Willard Pepion
Martin Willard Pepion, age 47, Native to Cherokee, was called to his Heavenly home on Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023. He is the son of Julia and Kirk Lossiah.
Faith Commentary: Immortal Combat
As Christians living in this evil world, where we don’t belong, our lives are continually in immortal combat with the ruler of this world. We tend to forget that and therefore disarm ourselves. However, keeping perpetually vigilant is a daunting task; we may drop our guard and allow satan to attack.
HAPPENINGS
Upcoming Pow Wows for Feb. 13-15
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 Feb. 6-8
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 Jan. 30 – Feb. 1
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
Rodney Carrington to play Harrah’s Cherokee
Rodney Carrington is a multitalented comedian, actor and writer who has recorded eight major record label comedy albums selling over three million copies, with Morning Wood certified gold and Greatest Hits certified Platinum by the RIAA. Rodney starred in his own TV...
Cherokee After Dark to host The Crystal Method (DJ set)
Cherokee After Dark is back for another rocking round! Experience the Event Center as it is transformed into an upscale nightclub featuring The Crystal Method (DJ Set)! Ever since they started making their first singles in the mid 90's out of the Bomb Shelter--their...
“From the Hands of our Elders” project honored
A project that has delved into the material culture of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians such as pottery and carvings has won an award for its work.
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