NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Interior Department completes vote to remove derogatory names from several locations
The Department of the Interior announced recently the Board on Geographic Names (BGN) has voted on the remaining replacement names featuring the word sq___. In September, the Department announced the final vote for nearly 650 features, but completed an additional review for seven locations that are considered unincorporated populated places.
Saunooke turns down Tribal Gaming Commission appointment
Robert Saunooke has decided not to accept an appointment to serve on the Tribal Gaming Commission (TGC) for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI). Saunooke was appointed by Principal Chief Richard G. Sneed and was set to have a Tribal Council confirmation hearing on Wednesday, Jan. 25.
Several cannabis issues discussed in Council session
Tribal Council addressed several pieces of legislation during its regular session on Thursday, Jan. 12 dealing with the issue of cannabis.
2025 Cherokee Indian Fair Countdown
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
THANK YOU LETTER: Remember the Remained Bike Riders express gratitude for community support
The 2020 Remember the Remained bike ride participants were Bear Allison, Laura Blythe, Nika West, Drew Johnson, Emra Arkansas, Shayla Jackson, Raylen Bark, Sis Cabe, Matt Martens, Osh and Jake Stephens, Keyonna Owle, and Jan Smith. This ride was organized by...
Architects win award for work on Cherokee Cultural Corridor
Johnson Architecture and IBI Placemaking, both of Knoxville, Tenn., won an award recently for their work on the Cherokee Cultural Corridor master plan.
Sweat Lodge earth feature found in Yellowhill Community
A Cherokee sweat lodge structure, dating back hundreds of years, has been found in the Yellowhill Community.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
ON THE SIDELINES: Coach Pam deserves Coach of the Year honors
The Cherokee Lady Braves varsity volleyball team is currently enjoying its best season in recorded school history, and the lady at the helm deserves Coach of the Year honors. The 12 wins this season equals the 12 losses from last season when they went 0-12.
Open letter to tribal leaders regarding EBCI Census
The EBCI Enrollment keeps pretty tight records of who are enrolled and where they reside, probably much more accurate than any census would bear out. Why not either referendum a change to the Charter that would define the census as polling the enrollment data to get correct residency for each tribal member?
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Jesus is our rock and salvation
Going back to the basics will be a good review.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Mintz leads Braves over Gryphons; Cherokee on to regional final
Tye Mintz, Braves senior quarterback, accounted for 433 total yards and seven touchdowns as Cherokee (12-1) bested Thomas Jefferson (11-2) by a score of 47-20 in a regional semi-final game at Ray Kinsland Stadium on the chilly evening of Friday, Nov. 24.
FOOTBALL: Braves clip Cards in second round
Cherokee bested Union Academy in a high-scoring affair to advance to the third round of the 1A state playoffs.
BASKETBALL: Lady Braves looking for big year through unity, teamwork
This year’s Cherokee Lady Braves varsity basketball team is not the tallest team out there, but what they lack in stature they more than make up for in grit, determination, and unity.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Carol Sue Palmer Hogsed
Carol Sue Palmer Hogsed, age 81, went to be with her Savior and Lord Jesus Christ on Saturday, May 21, 2022.
OBITUARY: Joshua Squirrel Jr. “Moose”
Joshua Squirrel Jr. “Moose”, age 58, passed away at his residence on April 24, 2022.
OBITUARY: Austin Cain Ross
Austin Cain Ross went to his heavenly home too soon on Sunday, May 15, 2022 at the age of 24.
HAPPENINGS
Madison Hornbuckle Charity Golf tournament flyer
Smoky Mountain Host of NC 4th Friday Workshop Series
July 25 from 1-3pm at the Best Western River Escapes Inn & Suites in Dillsboro. Roger Brooks will discuss “The Power of Itineraries!”. Show up at 12:45pm for lunch. RSVP: sharmane@visitsmokies.org
Flyer for a presentation on Cherokee Little People
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