NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
CIPD coordinates multi-agency operation
On May 30 through June 2, the Cherokee Indian Police Department (CIPD), with the assistance of the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Division of Drug Enforcement (DDE), coordinated a multi-agency interdiction operation that involved 17 law enforcement agencies that totaled 115 law enforcement officers. This operation was conducted during the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) per capita paycheck disbursement week.
CCS approves Tim Hawkins as next head football coach
In its latest meeting, the Cherokee Central Schools (CCS) Board of Education approved a new head football coach and hosted a conversation on mental health support at the school.
Sign dedication held at site of Sand Town
A sign dedication took place recognizing the location of the post-Removal Cherokee community of Sand Town (Nvyohi) on Saturday, June 3.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Grandfather Buzzard soars at Cherokee Indian Hospital
In 2015, the Cherokee Indian Hospital opened the doors to a new state-of-the art facility designed specifically to reduce stigma and create a warm, comfortable atmosphere for patients.
Thank you from the family of Elliot French
An appreciation and many thanks to those of you who came to visit both Stephanie’s family and Marilyn’s family during the loss of our Elliott (SEYMOUR) French.
Bradley receives award from National Indian Health Board
A health official with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) has been recognized for her work by a national agency.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Your vote is important in the primary
Early voting started Thursday, April 28 for Swain County residents at Birdtown Gym in Cherokee and Swain County Board of Elections in Bryson City.
COMMENTARY: Reader supports free Park parking passes for tribal members
It was in the One Feather that I first learned about the Proposed Fee Changes for the GSMNP for 2023, including the implementation of Parking Fees.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: His blood’s salvation, His body for healing…
The day after the feeding of the crowd, the Bible tells us, Jesus took a stroll walking on the sea.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
BASKETBALL: Cherokee sweeps Highlands, teams win fifth in a row
Cherokee’s varsity basketball teams swept visiting Highlands in games at the Charles George Memorial Arena on the rainy evening of Friday, Jan. 12. – their fifth consecutive wins.
ON THE SIDELINES: Comebacks embody the hope of sports
This past Monday, most of us sports fans watched the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.
Anglers coming to Cherokee to compete for spot on Fly Fishing Team USA
Anglers from around the country will be fishing local waters in Cherokee to qualify for Fly-Fishing Team USA from Jan. 13-14.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Jackson Wolfe
Jackson Wolfe, 63, of the Big Cove Community, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Aug. 16,2022 after a battle with lung cancer and COVID.
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.
HAPPENINGS
Air Supply to play Harrah’s Cherokee
In 1980, Air Supply signed with Arista Records and "Lost in Love" became the fastest selling single in the world and leaped to the top of the charts. "Lost in Love," "All Out of Love," "The One That You Love," "Sweet Dreams" and "Making Love Out of Nothing at All,"...
Fair meeting cancelled for tonight
The Cherokee Indian Fair meeting scheduled for Monday, July 28 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be Monday, Aug. 11 from 5:30-6:30pm at the Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall lobby.
Benefit for Shadow Wolf
July 29 from 9am-2pm at the Yellowhill Community Club Building. $7 for Indian Taco, drink and cake. $6 for frybread, chili, and drink.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Canyon Records releases Two New Peyote Albums
Canyon Records, out of Phoenix, Arizona, has released two new Native American Church song albums; “Awakening of Life,” by Cheevers Toppah and Kevin Yazzie and “Rhythms Within a Turquoise Dream,” by Louie Gonnie.
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