NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Cherokee Veterans introduce bald eagles to Dinilawigi
The Steve Youngdeer American Legion Post 143 members introduced the American Eagle Foundation (AEF) to the Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) during the regular session on Thursday, Sept. 5.
Cherokee begins sales of adult-use (21+) cannabis for all
Ben Cordell, of Greenville, S.C., got in line at the Great Smoky Cannabis Co. at 1 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024 to be the first in line as the business was opening later that morning for adult-use (21+) sales to all for the first time. The line of more than 1,000 people snaked through the parking lot.
Santa from Santa’s Land arrested on child sex abuse charges
Bevier Hasbrouck Sleight III, 78, who was employed as Santa at Santa’s Land Fun Park & Zoo in Cherokee, was arrested by Cherokee Indian Police Department on Aug. 29 for 13 child abuse charges:
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle capitalizing on momentum
Fresh off winning the Thomas Wolfe Memorial Literary award, Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle looks to build on her success.
Tribal member to serve as a delegate to Congress of Future Medical Leaders
Seshadri Pratama, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and a sophomore at Rabun Gap Nacoochee School, is a delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders on March 26-27, 2022.
OBITUARY: Jim Allison
Jim Allison, 74, of the Wolfetown Community, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Leaving a bad taste
The Cherokee language is important. It is a treasure. It is a part of the characteristics of what it means to be Cherokee. Some have even insinuated that a tribal member’s very identity as a Cherokee rests on their knowledge of the language. It is considered part of the life’s blood of the community. To some.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Resurrection Sunday, 2023
By REV. TIMOTHY L. MELTON, PASTOR (Transcribed by Myra D. Colgate) Cherokee Pentecostal Holiness Church Read: Matthew 28: 1-10; John 20:12,18-23. “Yes, He is risen! I’m so glad He has gotten up! He got up, so I can get up! All of us who believe can know...
COMMENTARY: Why I look up to the late Wilma Mankiller
If you aren’t on social media, you may not be aware that I look up to the late Wilma Mankiller, Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
RUNNING: Cherokee Runners complete grueling races
Several members of the Cherokee Runners have completed grueling races in the past month.
ON THE SIDELINES: How about an alumni weekend?
Yesterday, I covered one of the most enjoyable games all year as the first annual CHS Lady Braves Alumni basketball game was held at the Charles George Memorial Arena.
BASKETBALL: First Lady Braves Alumni game held
The stands were not full, but the building was full of enthusiasm, nostalgia, and fun as the first annual Cherokee Lady Braves Alumni basketball game was held on the afternoon of Saturday, March 24 in the Charles George Memorial Arena.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: April Dawn Bird
April Dawn Bird, 44, of the Painttown Community in Cherokee, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 2, 2023 at her residence in Cherokee.
OBITUARY: Julius Francis “Sonny” Taylor
Julius Francis “Sonny” Taylor, 50, of the Big Cove community of Cherokee, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023. A native of Cherokee, he was the eldest son of Nellie Armachain Taylor.
OBIT – Shawn Michael Savage
Shawn Michael Savage was born May 1, 1977 at the Alice Hyde Hospital, located in Malone, N.Y. He and his family relocated to western North Carolina where he remained until his death on May 31, 2023.
HAPPENINGS
Qualla Community Club Fundraiser
Aug. 16 from 5-7pm at the Qualla Community Club at 187 Shoal Creek Church Loop in Whittier. Hot dog supper and silent auction.
Blueberry Festival
Aug. 9 from 9am – 2pm at the Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds. This event, sponsored by the Cherokee Chapter of NAIWA, is free to the public. Schedule: 9am – Cornhole tournament begins (two children from each community), blueberry pancakes and blueberry products go on...
Deadline for new enrollees
To be considered for the December 2014 per capita distribution, a complete enrollment application for a new applicant must be submitted to the EBCI Enrollment Office by Monday, Sept. 15 at 4:30pm. Enrollment applications received after this date will not be...
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Area Band wins “Last Band Standing” contest
Area band Big House Radio recently won the Last Band Standing Contest sponsored by WNC Magazine and the Orange Peel.
NACF announces Grants for Native Artists
A new foundation dedicated to Native American art and culture wants to help artists and communities by offering grants in three areas.
Tribal Member participates in Congressional Art Competition
Madison Crowe, an EBCI tribal member, traveled to Washington, D.C. to participate in the festivities for the 29th Annual Congressional Art Competition held on Thursday, June 17.
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