NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Franklin man gets life in prison after admitting to killing infant son
District Attorney Ashley Hornsby Welch said a Franklin man will serve life in prison after admitting on Wednesday, Aug. 10 in Macon County Superior Court to killing his infant son.
Secretary Haaland announces members of the Advisory Committee on Reconciliation in Place Names
On the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples (Aug. 9), Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced the members of the Advisory Committee on Reconciliation in Place Names, a federal advisory group to help identify and recommend changes to derogatory terms still in use for places throughout the country.
Speakers Council hears important issues: sovereignty, Kuwohi, and horticulture
The Cherokee Speakers Council met on Thursday, July 28 to address several issues on the Qualla Boundary and the Cherokee language.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Cherokee Elk Study shows importance to Appalachian community and economy
he Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) and survey research firm Responsive Management recently released the results of an economic analysis showing that the presence of elk is important to the southern Appalachian community and...
Park celebrates 2019 Employee of the Year
Great Smoky Mountains National Park announced recently that Steve Spanyer was chosen as the 2019 Employee of the Year.
THANK YOU LETTER: Remember the Remained Bike Riders express gratitude for community support
The 2020 Remember the Remained bike ride participants were Bear Allison, Laura Blythe, Nika West, Drew Johnson, Emra Arkansas, Shayla Jackson, Raylen Bark, Sis Cabe, Matt Martens, Osh and Jake Stephens, Keyonna Owle, and Jan Smith. This ride was organized by...
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
StrongHearts addresses Native American Heritage Month
In November, National Native American Heritage Month raises awareness about our history, our present-day struggles and our hope for the future. The histories of Native peoples should never be forgotten and that’s why it’s vital that we remember and share our histories not only in November but also all year.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Thanks to School Board members
If you have watched or read the news in recent months, you know what is happening at some school board meetings across the country. The harassment and threats on the lives of school board members in various places is very distressing.
COMMENTARY: What are we going to do?
As we conclude Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we want to talk about a subject that most folks are either repulsed by or don’t want to think about at all – the abusers, the perpetrators of domestic violence. After all, over this past month, we have talked about the heartache and physical pain these people inflict on others. Some of the stories of domestic violence are painful and horrifying.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
LADIES GOLF: Lady Braves compete in regionals
Three members of the Cherokee Lady Braves golf team competed in the 1A/2A Western Golf Regional Championship at Cedar Rock Country Club in Cedar Rock on Monday, Oct. 15.
FOOTBALL: Braves defense leads way in shutout of Andrews
Cherokee’s defense held Andrews to 128 total yards and shut them out in a game on the chilly, fall evening of Friday, Oct. 12 at Ray Kinsland Stadium.
LADIES GOLF: Three Lady Braves qualify for Regional Meet
Three members of the Cherokee Lady Braves golf team have qualified for the 1A/2A West Regional competition starting Monday, Oct. 15 at Cedar Rock Golf and Country Club in Lenoir. A total of 58 young ladies will compete for the 26 spots to qualify for the state meet on Oct. 22-23 at the Foxfire Resort and Golf Club in Foxfire Village.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Cecil D. Queen
Cecil Doc Queen, age 85, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022. Cecil was born in Whittier and later moved to Detroit, Mich. in the early 1950s where he married his sweetheart Julia and began his family.
OBITUARY: Loretta Rattler Adams
Loretta Rattler Adams, 65, died peacefully at her home on Monday, Jan. 31, 2022 after battling dementia for several years.
OBITUARY: Hazel Gunter Young
Hazel Gunter Young, 87, of Whittier, passed away Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022.
HAPPENINGS
Upcoming Pow Wows for Oct. 24-26
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. 6th Annual Pow Wow in the Pine. Oct. 24-26...
Cherokee Historical Assoc. to host Trail of Tears Memorial Walk
Cherokee Historical Association will host the 8th Annual Trail of Tears Memorial Walk on Saturday Nov. 1 at the main office located at 564 Tsali Blvd. across the street from the Museum of the Cherokee Indian.
Cherokee Museum to present Cherokee Pottery talk on International Archaeology Day
The Museum of the Cherokee Indian will present “Cherokee Pottery: Three Thousand Years of Cherokee Science” on Friday, Oct. 17 at 2 pm.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Bark to attend NC Excellence in Community College Awards
At the NC Excellence in Community College Awards ceremony April 19 in Raleigh Darrin Bark will represent not only Southwestern Community College but the Oconaluftee Institute for Cultural Arts. With the theme of “The Great Within the 58,” the ceremony will...
Interview with Native musician Saint Mike
Interview by Dr. HONEY DAWN KARIMA SPECIAL TO THE ONE FEATHER Q: When I think of Saint Michael, I think of the ArchAngel. What should I think of when I think about you? A: That’s exactly who should come to mind. My mother made the Archangel my namesake when I was...
Evening art classes at OICA in March
Looking for something creative to do? Southwestern Community College's Fine Arts Program at the Oconaluftee Institute for Cultural Arts will be offering three evening art classes for the month of March. Each class is open to any skill level, from novice to...
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