NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Tribes to share in landmark opioid settlement
A landmark opioid settlement has been agreed to in principle by a major pharmaceutical company, three distributors, and all tribes in Indian Country. The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) will share in this settlement along with any of the other 573 federally recognized tribes who wish to participate; although, a monetary amount for each is not yet known.
Park welcomes new program leadership
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced on Wednesday, Feb. 2 the selection of two key positions in the Park Management Team. Randy Scoggins will step in as the new chief ranger to oversee the Visitor and Resource Protection Division and Stephanie Kyriazis will serve as the new chief of resource education.
N.C. state tribes and tribal organizations to receive $10 million in state funding
North Carolina’s American Indian communities will receive a total of $10 million in state funds this year to support programs and services to help with pandemic recovery. This year’s state budget allocated money to each of the state recognized tribes and tribal organizations.
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Arch named to Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award Board of Examiners for 2019
The Commerce Department’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has named Chrissy Arch, chief operating officer (COO) at Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority, to the Board of Examiners for the 2019 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award.
EBCI youth place at State 4-H Presentation Competition
Two Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) 4-H members placed at the State 4-H Presentation Competition recently at N.C. State University in Raleigh.
4-H Youth teach Trail of Tears workshop in Raleigh
“We’re Still Here: The Trail of Tears and the Strength of the Cherokee People” was the title of a workshop created and presented by Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) 4-H youth and adult volunteers in Raleigh during North Carolina 4-H Congress last month.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Thanks to election volunteers
With the most contentious Presidential election in modern American history coming to a close, there is enough finger-pointing going on to satisfy even the most cynical.
COMMENTARY: Who has your ear?
There is no lack of advice and “expert” direction when it comes to COVID-19. Many of us are on information overload with aily pounding from the experts and those who believe they are experts.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: It’s time to be the Glory-filled Church
understanding, they are the Truth. “I get ready before church service,”
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
2017-18 Georgia Swarm regular season schedule
2017-18 Georgia Swarm regular season schedule
FOOTBALL: Braves top Mustangs in tight game
Byron Locust, Braves senior lineman, has a knack for getting a sack at just the right moment.
ON THE SIDELINES: Quit downing Indian kids, lift them up
While On the Sidelines is a sports column, as we know, many times sports-related issues go beyond the boundaries of the field. This week I’m going to tackle the issue of American Indian students going to college – and graduating.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Reverend Doris Cook McMillan
Reverend Doris Cook McMillan, 63, of the Wilmot Community, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, April 17, 2021.
OBITUARY: Leauna Maurilia Christensen
Leauna Maurilia Christensen, a lifelong Arizona resident, was born to Winnie Lee (Sneed) and Arthur M. Nuñez on Dec. 13, 1970.
OBITUARY: Lillian Wolfe Crowe
Lillian Wolfe Crowe, 89 of the Big Y Community, passed away on Wednesday, April 7, 2021.
HAPPENINGS
13th Annual Talking Trees Trout Derby facts and schedule
Pre-Registration for the event is on Friday, Aug. 1 from 10am – 6pm at the Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds Children must be 3-11 years old to participate in the event Child must be present to register, no exceptions Parent/Guardian can complete registration form and...
Young Artist Showcase reception
Aug. 5 from 5-6pm at the Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual. The Showcase is on display now at the Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual in the gallery. Traditional basketry and pottery by local youth will be featured. Info: Heather Driver 554-5004
RFP for FY2015 Fireworks in Cherokee
RFP FY 2015 Fireworks
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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