NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Man pleads guilty to first-degree murder of Marie Walkingstick Pheasant
Ernest D. Pheasant, Sr., 47, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), pleaded guilty on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024 to first-degree murder in Indian Country, announced Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. Pheasant entered his guilty plea before U.S. Magistrate Judge W. Carleton Metcalf.
Bradley sentenced for trafficking fentanyl
John Edward Bradley, 50, of Cherokee, N.C., was sentenced on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024 to seven years in prison followed by three years of supervised release for trafficking fentanyl, announced Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians takes significant step towards strengthening Inter-Tribal Collaboration
On Aug. 13-14, representatives from the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), including Principal Chief Michell Hicks and members of the Tribal Council, traveled to Hollywood, Fla. for a meeting held with the leaders of the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians, the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, and the Seminole Tribe of Florida.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Cherokee High School Honor Roll – 1st Nine Weeks
9th Grade Principal’s Honor Roll: Marleigh Aguilera, Tayvin Bark-Cruz, Logan Biddix, Maya Brabham, Audrina Cooper, Jayvin George, Samuel Hernandez, Shawnee Kirkland, Dailin Panther, Gabriella Smith, Keith Smith, Cecily Swimmer Alpha Honor Roll: Danelle Bushyhead,...
Cherokee Elementary School Honor Roll – 1st Nine Weeks
3rd Grade Principal’s Honor Roll: Alexander Rodriquez-Daivs, Camden Standingdeer, Elias Teesateskie, Elijha “Axe” Milholen, Hailey Lambert, Hinlee Taylor, Joselina Crowe-Wilnoty, Kedron Hyatt, Kyle Wahnetah, Lakai Martinez, Leah Walkingstick, Leighton Bryson, Orion...
Kananesgi Fashion Show slated for Nov. 5
After a successful 2021 virtual event, the Annual Kananesgi Fashion Show is slated to return live – this time at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino and Resort.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Take care of our home
We get bent out of shape over land. I mean downright hateful. And you would too if the history of your people was that once someone else found value of any kind, precious minerals found on the property, rich soil and flat ground, or some other valuable use could be found for the land, it was stripped away from the people. This actually happened.
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 .
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
CROSS COUNTRY: Cherokee teams participate in Carney Classic
The Cherokee High School (CHS) and Middle School (CMS) cross country teams participated in the Carney Classic Invitational, hosted by Hayesville High School at the Lake Chatuge Course, on the afternoon of Thursday, Sept. 26.
CROSS COUNTRY: Cherokee teams participate in Hiwassee Dam Meet
The Cherokee High School (CHS) and Middle School (CMS) cross country teams participated in the Hiwassee Dam Cross Country Meet, held at the Murphy XC Course in Murphy, on the afternoon of Wednesday, Sept. 18.
Mountain Heritage Day 5K slated for Sept. 28, new course highlights
Before the gates open for Western Carolina University’s popular Mountain Heritage Day festival on Saturday, Sept. 28, an equally-popular 5K race will take place on campus.
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
Meeting planned to discuss EBCI Land Needs Assessment
A meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 2 from 11am – 2pm at the Yellowhill Community Club Building for a review and discussion of initial results from the first phase of the EBCI Land Needs Assessment.
Upcoming Pow Wows for Nov. 28-30
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.
NAIWA Bake Sale
NAIWA is hosting a bake sale on Nov. 25 from 11am – 1pm at the Yellowhill Community Building.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Folkmoot celebrates 30 years starting in May
WAYNESVILLE - Folkmoot USA celebrates its 30th Anniversary with the "BIG 30" at Sid's on Main in Canton, Friday, May 3, 2013 from 6 – 10 pm. This pre-festival celebration features heavy hors d'oeuvres, music, cash bar and live and silent auctions. Tickets are $50. For...
SCC summer clay classes
Southwestern Community College will be offering the following classes this summer at the Swain Center, located at 60 Almond School Road in Bryson City. Payment can be made anytime prior to the beginning of class but is due on the first day of class. To register for...
Cherokee Language video game released
Imagine making language learning as much fun as a game –because it is a game – all in order to increase learning speed and retention well beyond the capabilities of any product in today’s market. That’s what Las Vegas-based startup Talking Games has set out...
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