NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
75 years in, Museum is looking to the future
As the Museum of the Cherokee Indian enters its 75th Anniversary year, its leadership is looking to the future. The Museum was established in 1948 and has been at its current location in the cultural district of Cherokee since 1976.
Brady sentenced to prison on arson conviction
James Ralph Brady, 55, of Cherokee, N.C. was sentenced to four years in prison on Thursday, Jan. 26 followed by five years of supervised release for the arson of a home that caused approximately $10,000 in damage, announced Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. In addition to the prison term imposed, Brady was ordered to pay $10,000 in restitution.
Cherokee Police Commission meets for first time in 2023
The Cherokee Police Commission met on Thursday, Jan. 19 to address items at the turn of the year and any ongoings issues involving the police department.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Thank you from family of Charles Wolfe
I just want to take a few minutes to thank a few people that helped our family during our time of sorrow.
WCU designated a ‘green college’ for 10th year by The Princeton Review
For a decade, Western Carolina University (WCU) has been listed by The Princeton Review as one of the most environmentally responsible and ecologically connected institutions in North America.
Cherokee One Feather Spooky Story Contest winners
Cherokee One Feather Spooky Story Contest winners
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
SPEAKING OF FAITH: All need to be asking Him…
“I am doing good because if we get up in the morning time and begin to declare, Lord, I don’t intend to lay my head back down on this pillow until You lead me to somebody that I can lead to You. Amen.”
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Is there evidence of faith?
Jesus has asked us all this question, “When the Son of Man cometh again, will He find any Faith on the Earth?”
COMMENTARY: Who should own Cherokee ceremonial land?
Noquisiyi is one of the most apparent symbols of Cherokee history in western North Carolina. The mound rests in modern day Franklin, N.C. and is one of three major Cherokee mounds in this area, with the others being Cowee and Kituwah.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
FOOTBALL: Braves receive state championship rings
One-hundred and forty-six days after the Cherokee Braves endured the rain, sleet, and snow in Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh to best the North Duplin Rebels in the 1A State Championship game, the players received their prize.
Smith named SONC Athlete of the Month
Jacee Smith has been named the SONC (Special Olympics North Carolina) May Athlete of the Month.
TRACK & FIELD: Cherokee athletes win titles at SMC Championship
The Cherokee boys and girls track and field teams came away with titles in several events as the school hosted the Smoky Mountain Conference track and field championship on the sunny afternoon of Wednesday, May 2.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Elisha Danielle Laws
Elisha Danielle Laws, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at her home after a brief illness.
OBITUARY: Isaac Climbingbear Sr.
Isaac Climbingbear Sr., 64, of the Big Cove Community, went home to join his wife Myrna Climbingbear on Thursday, Aug. 11, 2022.
OBITUARY: Stephany Dee Larch
Stephany Dee Larch, age 32, of Cherokee, passed into the Lord’s embrace on Monday, Aug. 8, 2022.
HAPPENINGS
Pro office management course starts Sept. 8 at SCC
SYLVA - Beginning on Monday, Sept. 8, Southwestern Community College (SCC) will offer a professional office management course designed to help participants find employment in an office environment. Class meets from 4:30-7:30 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays through Dec....
Turkey Shoot to benefit Senior Games participants
Costa Rica Eco-Study tour flyer
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Survival of the Fittest: A review of The Penobscot Dance of Resistance
The Penobscot Dance of Resistance, by Pauleena Macdougall, explores the themes of sovereignty, cultural survival, and resistance.
Windblown: A review of Only the Wind Remembers
During the twentieth century, Ishi, the sole surviving member of the Yahi tribe, inspired the imagination of America. Marlo Schalesky’s recent novel, Only the Wind Remembers, expands on the life of this historical figure.
10th Anniversary for Swain County Center for the Arts
Swain County Center for the Arts will celebrate its tenth anniversary with an evening of storytelling, music, art, door prizes and fun for all on Saturday, Sept. 25.
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