NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
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.
President Biden speaks at White House Tribal Nations Summit
The following is a transcript of U.S. President Biden’s remarks at the 2023 White House Tribal Nations Summit.
Constitution Committee hears from an Osage constitution architect.
Jean Dennison, a citizen of the Osage Nation and an associate professor of American Indian Studies spoke to the EBCI (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians) Constitution Committee on Monday, Nov. 27.
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: 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...
COMMENTARY: Is ignorance bliss?
It is probably a good time to revisit the many outcries by the One Feather and the community regarding the continued need for an organized office for the distribution of public information and at least an update of the Cherokee Code section dealing with public records.
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: Adriana Nicole Garcilita
Adriana Nicole Garcilita, age 24, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023.
OBITUARY: Billy Joe Sutton
Billy Joe Sutton, was a young 85-years-old when he passed away at home with his loving family by his side on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023. Born Oct. 15, 1937 in Whittier, Swain County, N.C., he was the son of the late Algie and Bessie Sutton.
OBITUARY: Mark Phillips Parker
Mark Phillips Parker, age 66, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023. He is the son of the late Sara Jane (Queen) Parker.
HAPPENINGS
Qualla Arts and Crafts adds new fair exhibit category: Memory Keepers
Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual, Inc. has added a new fair exhibit category this year entitled Memory Keepers which will involve a 300-500 word history of anything pertaining to Cherokee history and culture. The written portion may be accompanied by 3-5 copies of...
Tunnel repair on Newfound Gap Road begins
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials have announced upcoming tunnel repair work inside the Morton Mountain Tunnel from Sept. 2-27. A full-time, single-lane closure will be in effect throughout the duration of the project. The tunnel is located 12 miles south...
Sequoyah Birthplace Museum to hold Great Island Festival
The Sequoyah Birthplace Museum, Tennessee’s only tribally owned museum, and Fort Loudoun State Historic Area are partnering for the Great Island Festival on Sept. 6-7 from 10am – 5pm each day.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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.
“Cherokee in a Changing World” at August Mountain Heritage Center show
The Liars Bench continues at WCU’s Mountain Heritage Center in Cullowhee on Thursday, Aug. 4 at 7pm with a “Cherokee in a Changing World: Traditional and contemporary legends, lore, and history” show theme.
Music Review: “Pipestone: Tribute to the Old Timers”
Pipestone pays homage to many singers who helped them get to where they are today on their latest release entitled Tribute to the Old Timers.
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