NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel $275 million expansion scheduled for late 2024
Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel held a media tour of the $275 million construction site for the 25,000 square foot expanded gaming floor, 296-room hotel tower, and 1,500-space parking deck on the morning of Dec. 11.
American Chestnut Foundation to discontinue Darling 58 American Chestnut
The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) announced Friday, Dec. 8 that it will discontinue its development of the Darling 58 American Chestnut due to significant performance limitations that, from TACF’s perspective, make it unsuitable as a restoration tree. Likewise, TACF is also withdrawing its support for several pending regulatory petitions that would authorize distribution of transgenic Darling trees outside permitted research plots.
The fire is burning: Sacred Fire Courtyard dedicated at Cherokee Indian Hospital
The Sacred Fire Courtyard, designed to look like a Cherokee Stomp Dance Ground, was dedicated at the Cherokee Indian Hospital on the afternoon of Friday, Dec. 8.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
“Dracula” to sink his teeth into Mountainside Theatre
On Friday, Oct. 1, Mountainside Theatre will host the world premiere of “Dracula: The Failings of Men,” written by debut playwright Benedetto Robinson. The production is an original work by Havoc Movement Company that will be joining the Cherokee Historical Association for the fall season.
When Gordon Ramsay received a lesson from Malia Crowe
Malia Crowe found herself in a familiar forest, readying for one of the most nerve-racking opportunities of her life.
Qualla Arts and Crafts turns 75
Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual, Inc. will be celebrating its anniversary with an Open Air market, an exhibition, and a new book detailing its history. The day-long celebration will take place on Saturday, Aug. 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Our community…and the world…is watching
Recent events bring up a truth that bears constant remembrance and reminder. It was beat into my head during my education in business and marketing and has been borne out for decades in my career; “Perception is reality”.
COMMENTARY: Power supply
Lew Harding, Post 143 commander, praised the One Feather for speaking truth to power. We, at the newspaper, believe that the power is our tribal community, the citizens, and members of the Eastern Band Cherokee.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Rich or poor, eternity is forever
By TIMOTHY L. MELTON, PASTOR (Transcribed by Myra D. Colgate) Cherokee Pentecostal Holiness Church Read Luke 16:19-31; 1 Corinthians 3:11-16; Can we each be going to Heaven as wealthy men? Or are we going to be among those who are to be destined to be...
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
CROSS COUNTRY: Cherokee hosts large meet, CMS teams place second
With Hurricane Florence looming and edging its way to western North Carolina, runners from throughout western North Carolina converged on Cherokee High School for the Cherokee XC Invitational.
FOOTBALL: Braves lose to Mustangs in first road game of season
With Hurricane Florence causing widespread football cancellations throughout North Carolina, the Friday Night Lights came on at Smoky Mountain High School’s Carr Hooper Stadium on Friday, Sept. 14.
JV FOOTBALL: Black Knights top Braves in season opener
The Cherokee JV Braves averaged 1 yard per offensive play in a season-opening loss to the Robbinsville JV Black Knights at Ray Kinsland Stadium on the evening of Thursday, Sept. 13.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY – Nevada “Vadie” Serenity Bone
Nevada transitioned from this life on Friday, Jan. 13, 2023, at the age of 39.
OBITUARY: Andreanne Rose Catt
Andreanne Rose Catt, a daughter of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and the Sicangu Lakota Nation. Daughter of the late Rochelle Rae Walking Eagle and Boyd Andrew Catt (Andrew Iron Shell). Andreanne was born during a fierce summer storm that knocked the lights out...
OBITUARY: Adriana Nicole Garcilita
Adriana Nicole Garcilita, age 24, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023.
HAPPENINGS
N.C. Voter Registration info
Following is information on how you can register to vote in the upcoming State of North Carolina General Election.
Telling Great Stories to Advance Your Cause seminar
Sept. 17 from 10am – 4pm in the Saunooke Room (3rd floor) of the Cherokee Fairfield Inn & Suites. Gain a new understanding of message and brand development as a foundation for storytelling. Hone your ability to craft a basic organizational story. Learn how to...
Yard Sale on Sept. 4-5
Sept. 4-5 at 7am both days at 136 Lambert Branch Road behind Paul’s Diner (US441N). Turn between Paul’s Diner and Dairy Queen, first driveway on right.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
An interview with Ojibwe musician Justin Quake Jones
INTERVIEW By DAWN KARIMA PETTIGREW ONE FEATHER CONTRIBUTOR DKP: What's the first and most important thing you want us to know about you? What should I think of when I think about you? QJ: The most important thing i'd like for everybody to know is that I would...
Tribal members place at Cherokee Homecoming art show
Three EBCI tribal members won at the 16th Annual Cherokee Homecoming art show held at the Cherokee Heritage Center. The show runs through Oct. 2.
Tribal member nominated for seven NAMMY Awards
Matt Bryant, an EBCI tribal member known as “UNO” in the music industry was recently nominated for seven Nammy Awards: Debut Artist of the Year, Best Producer, Best Male Artist, Best Rap/Hip Hop Recording (“A Strange Revolt”), Song Single of the Year (“Cant’ Be Human”), Record of the Year (“A Strange Revolt”), and Songwriter/Composer of the Year.
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