NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
BGN vote on Kuwohi name restoration could be coming soon
An application to restore the name of Clingman’s Dome, in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, to its original Cherokee name, Kuwohi (mulberry place), was sent to the U.S. Board on Geographic Names (BGN) in February. Officials say a vote could be coming soon.
Climbingbear pleads not guilty to three charges, five dismissed
Travis Climbingbear, 44, pleaded not guilty to all charges brought against him at his arraignment in Cherokee Tribal Court on Monday, July 15. Charges were filed May 13, and Climbingbear was arrested May 17 and placed under a $2,000 bond.
Cherokee Indian Hospital to hold Job Fair to address staffing shortage
The Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA) is currently short-staffed and is planning a Job Fair to address this issue. The event, which will feature on-the-spot interviews, will be held in the Welch Top Conference Room in the hospital on Monday, July 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
EBCI Extension announces garden contest winners
The EBCI N.C. Cooperative Extension Office conducted its 2021 Annual Garden Judging Contest the second week of July this year.
Blues Traveler is heading to Cherokee
Famed blues rock outfit Blues Traveler will be making their way to Cherokee on Sept. 24 for a concert at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort.
CROSS COUNTRY: Cherokee hosts multi-school meet
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. One Feather Staff Cherokee Central Schools hosted a multi-school cross country meet for both middle school and high school runners on the afternoon of Wednesday, Sept. 8. Cherokee’s teams all placed including: Middle School Braves,...
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: A message from the president of USET
By KIRK FRANCIS USET President Note: The following is a transcript of a video speech delivered by Kirk Francis, USET (United South and Eastern Tribes) president during the USET SPF Impact Meeting in Washington, D.C. on Monday, Feb. 6. On behalf...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Tribal members should be equal on tax issue
Regarding the bill that says that the tribal members living in the five surrounding counties not paying North Carolina taxes.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: God has the plan…
Every mountain has more than one side. God had sent instruction to the ram, as to when it should begin its three days’ journey and climb a particular mountain by a specific time. In the meantime,
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
ON THE SIDELINES: You honor Mr. Kinsland by honoring yourself
During a home basketball game in the Charles George Memorial Arena on the evening of Tuesday, Feb. 6, Ray Kinsland was recognized for his 59 years of service to the Cherokee community and especially Cherokee Central Schools athletics.
Two tribal members participate in Swain’s Signing Day
A total of three athletes, including two EBCI tribal members, signed letters of intent to play college sports during a Signing Day event at Swain County High School on the afternoon of Wednesday, Feb. 7.
Five Cherokee athletes sign letters of intent
Five athletes at Cherokee High School signed letters of intent to play college sports on National Signing Day. Four members of the Cherokee Braves 1A State Championship football team and one member of the Lady Braves basketball team signed during a ceremony held in the Charles George Memorial Arena on the afternoon of Wednesday, Feb. 7.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Adrian A. Arch
Adrian A. Arch, age 67, of Cherokee, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, after an extended illness.
OBITUARY: Frances Elizabeth Sequoyah
Frances Elizabeth Sequoyah, age 64, passed away on Monday, March 27, 2023 at Tsali Care Center, after an extended illness.
OBITUARY: Everett F. Legassey
Everett F. Legassey, age 62, passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2023 at Harris Regional Hospital after an extended illness.
HAPPENINGS
RFP for FY2015 Fireworks in Cherokee
RFP FY 2015 Fireworks
Indian Dinner Fundraiser
July 25 at 11am at the Yellowhill Community Building. $8/plate for bean bread, chicken, fried taters, cabbage, fatback, dessert and drink. All proceeds will go towards travel expenses to Red Clay, Tenn. for the Wolfetown Stickball team. Call or text for deliveries...
Upcoming Pow Wows for Aug. 1-3
Note: This list of pow wows was compiled by One Feather staff. The One Feather does not endorse any of these dances. It is simply a listing of ones occurring throughout the continent. Please call before traveling. 21st Annual Suscol Intertribal Council Pow Wow. ...
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Videographer: A Portrait of Nathan Young IV
“I absolutely love my job and feel like I’m one of the luckiest people in the world,” states Pawnee filmmaker, Nathan Young IV, during a recent interview.
Red Thunder roars on “Native Rock: The Singles”
REVIEW By HONEY DAWN KARIMA Robby Romero and Red Thunder have earned respect around the world on more than one level. Their dynamic music inspires their fans to dance, while their faithful efforts to improve the lives of individuals throughout Indian Country...
Pensmoke’s debut, “Move Undetected”, won’t go unnoticed
Tsalagi rapper Pensmoke makes an auspicious debut with “Move Undetected”, his breakthrough cd.
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