NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Federal legislative updates of interest to EBCI citizens (May 2025)
Each month, the One Feather will provide legislative updates on various pieces of federal legislation of interest to members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
Chief Hicks Monthly Report for Ka-wo-ni – ᎧᏬᏂ (April)
April was a meaningful month filled with progress, strong partnerships, and time spent with our people. I’m proud to share a few highlights from the past several weeks.
EBCI Government Explained: The Cherokee Arts and Crafts Act
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) has a community flush with artistic talent and history, and the Cherokee Arts and Crafts Act was passed to help with its sustainability.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Cherokee cyclists retracing Trail of Tears
Ten Cherokee cyclists stood on the mound at Kituwah on a sunny, late spring evening preparing themselves for a journey through history and emotion. A send-off event was held for the 2023 Remember the Removal Ride (RTR) at Kituwah on the evening of Friday, June 2.
Cherokee Middle School 4th Quarter Honor Rolls
Cherokee Middle School 4th Quarter Honor Rolls
New Kituwah Academy End-of-Year Awards
New Kituwah Academy End-of-Year Awards
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
SPEAKING OF FAITH: 2024: “Now” Words to Live By
The new year, 2024, is not so much to be about our country and all of what we are seeing that transpires in it. It is to be more about our own faith beliefs concerning our own lives, such as saying, “I am now a saved saint, according to and by the Most High God I am the Righteousness of God, in Christ Jesus.”
Faith Commentary: Hens and chicks
I am a father of two children who are now adults. They have given me three grandchildren. I have memories of the times my children have been hurt or became ill. I know how I felt when I could comfort them and soothe their hearts. God loves us more. He loves with a love only God can give. Only He can heal the sin-sick heart. May we never forget God’s love for us and His ability to comfort us and save us when we let Him.
COMMENTARY: Shut them up!
Some folks have some interesting takes on free speech. They will rail on someone’s opinion, then insist that the person’s opinion be removed from public view. Then, they get upset when their personal attack is removed from public view.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
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.
Fall Brawl about wrestling and so much more
Sometimes, those who report on sports get to cover events that transcend what occurs on the athletic field.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Angel Gabrielle Jumper
Angel Gabrielle Jumper, age 35, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 23, 2024. She is the daughter of Glenn Jumper (Karen) and Gussyrobin Zepeda.
OBITUARY: Willa Celeste Goodson
Willa Celeste Goodson, 13, of Bryson City, N.C., busted the gates of Heaven wide open Friday, March 15, 2024. A native of Haywood County, she was the daughter of Ellen Koch Finger of Bryson City and the late Tony Goodson.
OBITUARY: Dorothy Briggs Hart
When speaking to her, you were the only one that mattered. She heard you, loved you, and continued to keep your concerns close until they were resolved. Of her many good traits, this perhaps, above all others, is what lead to such a quiet soul touching the lives of so many in impactful ways.
HAPPENINGS
Cherokee Lights and Legends Christmas Events begins Nov. 28
The annual Cherokee Lights and Legends Christmas event is coming to the Cherokee Indians Fairgrounds beginning Friday, Nov. 28.
Museum to celebrate Native American Heritage Month on Nov. 8-9
The Museum of the Cherokee Indian will be offering two special events on Nov 8-9 to celebrate Native American Heritage Month.
Upcoming Pow Wows for Nov. 7-11
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. 1st Annual Texas A&M...
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Workshop provided at Cherokee Exhibit for WCU Students
HAYESVILLE - Western Carolina University students participated in a workshop held at the Cherokee Homestead Exhibit recently. Instruction was provided by Davy Arch, EBCI artist and historian; Clay County Communities Revitalization Association (CCCRA) and Far Western...
The Black Crowes are coming to Harrah’s Cherokee
The Black Crowes began as an American rock band in 1989 with their acclaimed debut album, Shake Your Money Maker. The follow-up, The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion, reached the top of the Billboard 200 in 1992. After a hiatus between 2002 and 2005, the band...
Native Arts and Cultures Foundation Fellowships available
VANCOUVER, Wash. – Friday, May 3 at 2pm is the deadline for American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian artists to apply for the 2014 Native Arts and Cultures Foundation (NACF) Artist Fellowships. Artists apply online and are encouraged to submit before the...
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