NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Interior, USDA Forest Service expand mental health support for federal wildland firefighters and dispatchers
The Department of the Interior and the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service announced on Friday, June 20 that federal wildland firefighters and dispatchers now have access to expanded mental health support through a network of licensed providers.
Brew Brothers joins expansion lineup at Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel has been in constant growth since breaking ground on its $275 million expansion project in October 2022. As the project nears completion, the property is excited to announce the addition of Brew Brothers, a renowned brewpub founded by the Carano family in 1995, to its roster of amenities.
EBCI Government Explained: Cherokee Police Commission
The Cherokee Police Commission’s duties and responsibilities are outlined in Chapter 120 of the Cherokee Code. Sec. 120-1 states, “The Cherokee Police Commission is hereby established as a law enforcement oversight component of the Tribe appointed according to C.C. Section 120-4.”
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Museum requests community input for exhibit update
The Museum of the Cherokee Indian (MCI) is actively seeking input from the community for the update of its main exhibition.
Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation Gala to benefit Endowment Fund in honor of EBCI Beloved Woman Carmaleta Monteith
The Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation has announced that the proceeds from the upcoming 12th Annual Gala will go towards the newly established Foundation Endowment fund.
Cherokee High School 2022-23 Academic Awards
Cherokee High School 2022-23 Academic Awards
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
EDITORIAL: Gladstone’s win is one all Indian Country can celebrate
When the name of the Golden Globe winner for best performance by an actress in a motion picture was announced on Monday (Jan. 9) evening, all of Indian Country celebrated.
FAITH COMMENTARY: Weakness
How can weakness be a strength? Every day we talk about what we are going to do.
COMMENTARY: Honesty is the best media policy.
I recently read a headline that reminded me of how incredibly corrupt some “news” organizations are. Yes. News companies. Corruption.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Smith, Teesateskie win top honors at CHS Athletic Awards
Two seniors were awarded the top honors at the annual Cherokee High School Athletic Awards banquet held in the CHS cafeteria on the afternoon of Sunday, May 19.
TRACK & FIELD: Cherokee athletes qualify for state meet
Five athletes on the Cherokee High School varsity track and field team have qualified for the 1A State Championship meet to be held at NC A&T Aggie Stadium on Saturday, May 18.
FOOTBALL: David Napert named Braves head coach
The Spring of 2017 wasn’t an easy one for David Napert.
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
Sequoyah Birthplace Museum joins Smithsonian Magazine’s Tenth Annual Museum Day Live!
Sequoyah Birthplace Museum will open its doors free of charge on Saturday, Sept. 27 as part of Smithsonian magazine’s tenth annual Museum Day Live!
Applications to be available Oct. 6 for Disabled Fuel Assistance
Applications for Disabled (age 60 and below) Fuel Assistance will be available on Monday, Oct. 6 at the Tsali Manor Senior Center, the Snowbird Senior Center, and the John Welch Senior Center (Cherokee County). Bring a copy of your current disability statement and a...
Qualla 20/20 Community Forum flyer
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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...
Relay Idol seeking contestants
Relay Idol. July 27 from 10:30pm – 1am at the Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds. $10 entry fee with all money going to Relay for Life of Cherokee. Have two songs ready. Prizes will be awarded in each category. Taking 10 teens and 10 adults. Info: Alissa Lambert...
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