NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) approves resolution opposing construction at Moccasin Bend
Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) has passed a resolution opposing new construction at a Tennessee site that is historically and culturally significant to Cherokee people. Res. No. 175 (2024) was passed unanimously during the regular Dinilawigi session on Thursday, April 4.
EBCI voices support for Wounded Knee legislation
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) is standing in support of federal legislation that will protect a sacred site in South Dakota.
CCS students give presentation on Hawaii trip to CCS School Board
The School Board of Cherokee Central Schools (CCS) met on Monday, April 1, in the Central Office Board Room. The meeting was called to order at 4:47 p.m. by Chairperson Jennifer Thompson.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Cherokee High School Honor Roll – 2nd Quarter
Cherokee High School Honor Roll – 2nd Quarter
Secretary Bradley appointed to state medicine board
A tribal health official has been appointed as a member of the Board of Directors for the N.C. Institute of Medicine (NCIOM). Gov. Roy Cooper announced the appointment of Vickie Bradley, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) and the Secretary of the EBCI Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) division, on Friday, Jan. 7.
Jones-Bowman Leadership Award Program presents Totsuwa: Winter Walk and Read
Every year, the Jones-Bowman fellows are tasked with the creation and execution of a group service project. The 2021-22 Jones-Bowman fellows are Nolan Arkansas, Juanita Paz-Chalacha, Zoie Lambert, Kevonna Tushka, Colby Taylor, and Levi West.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Resurrection Day 2023
By TIMOTHY L. MELTON, PASTOR (Transcribed by Myra D. Colgate) Cherokee Pentecostal Holiness Church Continuation… Read Matthew 28:1-10; Mark 16:1-20; John 20:12, 18-23 “I got so excited, because here’s what He said.” Pastor Tim explained. “His hand is not short...
Commentary: Speaking of trash
I noticed there is a balloon release planned at the Elders’ Walk. Seeing a balloon release is a beautiful sight. However, it is harmful for our environment. Have you ever thought about where the remnants of those balloons end up? I can guarantee that the balloons do not find a trash can to put themselves into.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Resurrection Day, 2023
By REV. TIMOTHY L. MELTON, PASTOR (Transcribed by Myra D. Colgate) Cherokee Pentecostal Holiness Church Continuation… Read: Matthew 28: 1-10; Mark 16:1-20; John 20:12, 18-23 “I know there has already been a long night ahead of someone, but I also know that in...
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
ON THE SIDELINES: The world needs more like Jacee Smith
Late in a game at Robbinsville on Friday, Jan. 25, a Cherokee Lady Braves player took a pass from a teammate, turned, dribbled once, and drilled a 15-foot shot, and the crowd on both sides went wild.
BASKETBALL: Santa Maria hits career milestone as Braves win sixth of last seven
Sterling Santa Maria, Braves junior, hit a shot in the third period of a game at Robbinsville on Friday, Jan. 25 that was a milestone for him and helped his team win their sixth game of their last seven.
BASKETBALL: Lady Braves atop conference, ranked third in state
The Cherokee Lady Braves are 13-2 on the season, atop the Big Smoky Mountain Conference, and are ranked third in the state (1A) in the Maxpreps.com poll that was released on Friday, Jan. 18.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Vera Lynn “Sam” Rickman
Vera Lynn “Sam” Rickman, age 68, passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at Cherokee Indian Hospital.
OBITUARY: Gary Jay Shell
Gary Jay Shell, 33, of the Painttown Community, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, May 6, 2023. A native of Cherokee, he was the son of Meroney George Shell of Cherokee and Agnes Ann Tooni and her husband Rick Larch of Cherokee.
OBITUARY: Roy Adams Lambert
Roy Adams Lambert, 88, of Cherokee, N.C., passed away on Friday, April 28, 2023. He was born in Cherokee on June 7, 1934 to the late Hugh and Ava Lambert and was proud of his Cherokee heritage.
HAPPENINGS
Zhaniser to Speak at Wilderness Act Celebration
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is hosting a celebration on Saturday, Sept. 27 at Sugarlands Visitor Center in honor of the Wilderness Act which was signed into law 50 years ago by President Lyndon Johnson.
Memorial for Barbara Kosko-Holm
Sept. 27 from 11am – 1pm at the Rock Hill Church in Birdtown. Kosko-Holm was a substance abuse counselor and facilitated Celebrate Recovery meetings in Cherokee. “Barbara attended Bible Study groups, loved the Lord with all her heart and volunteered with the Indians...
Homecoming at Goose Creek Baptist Church
Sept. 21 at 11am. Service followed by dinner and singing. All are welcome. Guest Singers: Hearth String Quartet
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
CHA expanding offerings at Mountainside Theater
“A Cherokee Family Reunion” to be presented there this year in addition to “Unto These Hills” By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. ONE FEATHER STAFF The Cherokee Historical Association (CHA) is expanding its offerings and will be adding new plays each year that will run in...
Native Arts and Cultures Foundation calls for 2013 Artist Fellowship applications
VANCOUVER, Wash. - The Native Arts and Cultures Foundation (NACF) has announced a call for applications for its 2013 Artist Fellowships. Awards will be $20,000 and will be made in six disciplines: Visual Arts; Filmmaking; Music; Dance; Literature and Traditional...
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...
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