NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Three tribes, one people: Cherokees honor unity at Kituwah
“We’re still here” was the message as members of the three federally recognized Cherokee tribes gathered at Kituwah – the Mother Town of the Cherokee. Members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), Cherokee Nation, and the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians (UKB) gathered at Kituwah for the Kituwah Celebration on the evening of Friday, June 9.
CIPD makes drug bust in McDonald’s parking lot
Cherokee Indian Police Department (CIPD) officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle with the driver slumped over the steering wheel in the McDonald’s parking lot on Tuesday, June 6 at approximately 7:26 a.m.
Police Commission discusses major drug bust and CIPD staffing
Assist. Chief of Police Josh Taylor was present to provide the CIPD report, ALE report, and to field questions from the Commission. He began by discussing the collaborative drug operation that was held in Cherokee the week of per capita and GenWell distribution, from May 30 through June 2.
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
COMMENTARY: Order in the Court
Silence can be deceptive. If you are sitting in a courtroom, like I was last week, you can get the feeling that justice is delivered at a snail’s pace.
COMMENTARY: “My Truth”
I was listening to a recent session of Tribal Council in which it was stated that the person speaking was there to tell “my truth”. The inference from that statement (my opinion only) is that truth is situational. And I think many people believe that either truth depends on viewpoint or that truth can be different for anyone and everyone.
COMMENTARY: It’s getting better all the time
“I’ve got to admit it’s getting better, A little better all the time.”
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
BASKETBALL: Braves top Yellowjackets, Black Knights, and Tigers in big week
The Cherokee Braves improved to 11-3 on the season and remain unbeaten in the Big Smoky Mountain Conference with important wins over Hayesville, Robbinsville, and Rosman in a big week.
ON THE SIDELINES: Rhythm and gelling more important than polls
Neither of Cherokee’s varsity basketball teams got off to a great start this year, but man has that turned around.
ON THE SIDELINES: Lady Braves alumni game could become reality
Kelsey Jackson was a multi-sport athlete while at Cherokee High School and was a proud member of the Lady Braves varsity basketball team. The Class of 2011 alumnus is currently working to put together an alumni basketball game of former Lady Braves.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Melissa Pheasant Queen
Melissa Pheasant Queen, 62, of the Big Cove Community of Cherokee, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022. She was the daughter of the late Diver and Nellie (Swayney) Pheasant.
OBITUARY: Rebecca “Becky” Bigwitch
Rebecca “Becky” Bigwitch, 66, of Cherokee, passed away following an extended illness on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022 in her home in the Wolftown Community of Cherokee. Becky was loved and was preceded by her late father, Leroy Reed, and late mother, Winona (Watty) Reed.
Rena “Iggie” Janet Wachacha
Rena “Iggie” Janet Wachacha, 66, of Cherokee, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022 following a short illness while at the Med-West Harris Hospital in Sylva.
HAPPENINGS
Brothers in the Wind Turkey Shoot Fundraiser
Aug. 2 at 5pm at Jesse Welch’s residence in the Big Cove Community.
Sharman Taylor family reunion
Aug. 10 at the Tsali Mano Pavilion. Need cover dishes and door prizes. Info: Bessie Welch 497-0208
Mountain Heritage Day recipe contest to feature sweet potatoes
This year’s 40th annual celebration of Mountain Heritage Day again will feature the traditional foods competition “A Gathering In,” where baked goods, canned and dried foods and – this year – sweet potato recipes will vie for ribbons on Saturday, Sept. 27, on the Western Carolina University campus.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
"Elk Soldier: The Elk Dreamers" delivers strong pow wow songs with heart
Elk Soldier, from Marty, South Dakota, reminds me of Tha Tribe, and that’s a good thing because the boys from Haskell are one of my favorite groups.
War Scout solid as usual on "Many Tribes One Nation"
Canyon Records is going to have to put out some junky pow wow CD soon or people will start thinking that I’m one of those “happy” reviewers who just likes anything.
Northern Cree stays True Blue on latest Release
Northern Cree has built a reputation for being one of the most powerful drum groups on the circuit today.
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