NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Cherokee Veterans introduce bald eagles to Dinilawigi
The Steve Youngdeer American Legion Post 143 members introduced the American Eagle Foundation (AEF) to the Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) during the regular session on Thursday, Sept. 5.
Cherokee begins sales of adult-use (21+) cannabis for all
Ben Cordell, of Greenville, S.C., got in line at the Great Smoky Cannabis Co. at 1 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024 to be the first in line as the business was opening later that morning for adult-use (21+) sales to all for the first time. The line of more than 1,000 people snaked through the parking lot.
Santa from Santa’s Land arrested on child sex abuse charges
Bevier Hasbrouck Sleight III, 78, who was employed as Santa at Santa’s Land Fun Park & Zoo in Cherokee, was arrested by Cherokee Indian Police Department on Aug. 29 for 13 child abuse charges:
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Speakers Council selected to be Indian Fair Parade Grand Marshals
Submitted by Cherokee Speakers Council Note: The Cherokee Indian Fair Parade is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 4 at 4 p.m. ᎳᏥᏏ Chairman Roger Smoker - Grew up and still lives in Snowbird community Roger has been involved in the Cherokee language preservation initiative...
“Disruption” shakes up Museum of the Cherokee Indian exhibit
The Museum of the Cherokee Indian is switching gears on its permanent exhibit and taking funerary and ceremonial objects off display. Taking these items off display created holes in the exhibit which have been filled with contemporary Cherokee art pieces.
2022 Cherokee Indian Fair Schedule
Note: This is the finalized schedule of events, per the Cherokee Indian Fair Committee. The outdoor stage and exhibit hall locations referenced are at Harrah's Cherokee Casino. The outdoor stage will be located in the parking lot area, and the exhibit hall is in the...
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
LETTER: Chief Sneed weighs in on Rep. Edwards’ commentary on cannabis
Thank you for your words of support and understanding of the Tribe’s sovereignty and the Trust Responsibility of the United States government to Federally recognized Indian tribes.
LETTER: Democrats respond to Rep. Edwards’ commentary on cannabis
We are writing today in response to Representative Edwards’ letter insisting members of Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) vote against the legalization of marijuana use.
COMMENTARY: Responding to Congressman’s views on cannabis
While I believe everyone has the right to voice their opinion, I would be turning my back on the industry I love and have been a part of for over 25 years if I did not point out numerous problematic and uninformed statements the esteemed Representative Chuck Edwards has made in his recent opinion piece on cannabis legalization and the EBCI (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians) which appeared in the Cherokee One Feather Aug. 23, 2023 edition.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
BASKETBALL: Teesateskie signs with Johnson University
Tori Teesateskie, a senior member of the Cherokee Lady Braves varsity basketball team, will continue her career at the next level as a Johnson (Univ.) Lady Royal.
TRACK & FIELD: Cherokee Middle participates in Rosman meet
Rosman Middle School hosted a meet on Monday, April 1 at the Brevard College Track in Brevard. Following are the Cherokee Middle School results from that meet per nc.milesplit.com:
TRACK & FIELD: Cherokee participates in meet at Robbinsville
Robbinsville High School hosted a meet on Wednesday, April 3. Following are Cherokee High School results from that meet per nc.milesplit.com:
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Betty Sue Feather Durance
Betty Sue Feather Durance went to her heavenly home on Monday, Sept. 25, 2023, after an extended illness. Betty was a daughter of the late Jonah and Minnie Smith Feather.
OBITUARY: Eva Katherine “Kat” Taylor
Eva Katherine “Kat” Taylor, age 71, of Cherokee, N.C., passed away on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Cherokee. She was born on March 18, 1952, in Cherokee. Eva, a remarkable soul, bid farewell to this world, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter.
OBITUARY: Alyson L. Penland
Alyson L. Penland, age 31, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023 at her residence in South Carolina. She is the daughter of the late William Penland Jr. and Sharon Sequoyah.
HAPPENINGS
Upcoming Pow Wows for Oct. 17-19
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.
Annual Rally Day at Cherokee Wesleyan Church
Oct. 12. Sunday School will be at 10am followed by a worship service at 11am. After the service, there will be a time of fellowship and a covered dish dinner in the Fellowship Hall. Info: Rev. Patricia Crockett 586-5453
Cherokee Language proficiency assessments
Members of the Cherokee Language Revitalization Initiative will be conducting Beginner Cherokee language proficiency assessments during the Cherokee Indian Fair.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
WCU chancellor, first lady to give piano, voice recital in September
CULLOWHEE – Western Carolina University’s first couple will perform together on stage in Cullowhee this fall for the first time since David O. Belcher became chancellor last year. Belcher, a classically trained concert pianist, and wife Susan Brummell Belcher, a...
EBCI artist’s work showing in NYC and Russia
Luzene Hill is an Eastern Band Cherokee artist whose work is gaining worldwide exposure.
Upcoming classes at Cherokee Art and Craft Supply
Upcoming classes at Cherokee Art and Craft Supply: Oil technique painting class (July 30-31 from 4-6pm), Evening beading class (July 26 and Aug. 2 from 5-8pm), Rivercane beginner technique class (July 28 from 9am- 12pm), Pottery-coil technique (July 27-28 from...
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