NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
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.
Tribal Council declines to read Principal Chief’s ordinance
During the Orders of the Day at the beginning of Thursday’s (Jan. 12) Tribal Council session, Principal Chief Richard G. Sneed presented a question to the Council.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Remember the Removal riders training through quarantine
The 10 riders representing the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) on this year’s Remember the Removal ride are continuing their training during the current COVID-19 quarantine situation.
Bradley named a Bonner Scholar for Carson-Newman
Tierney Bradley, a senior at Cherokee High School (CHS), has been named a Bonner Scholar for the 2020-21 academic year at Carson-Newman University in Jefferson City, Tenn.
Clapsaddle assisting in writers’ scholarship fundraiser
The Hindman Settlement School, which opened its doors in 1902, has developed a reputation as one of the best networks for Appalachian writers.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
EDITORIAL: Tribe mourns the loss of a true champion
Cherokee One Feather Editorial Board A dark cloud fell over the Qualla Boundary and the entirety of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians on Friday morning as word spread about the tragic death of a young tribal member who was a true champion in life. Anthony...
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Is there a hidden mystery inside?
By REV. TIMOTHY L. MELTON, PASTOR (Transcribed by Myra D. Colgate) Cherokee Pentecostal Holiness Church Read Haggai 1:14; 1 Corinthians 2:6-16 “God is looking for men and women in whom to stir up in their spirit their righteousness, holiness, and in stirring up...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Reader supportive of medical marijuana
I am a journalist born in Laurinburg and I now live in Allentown, Pa. where there is legal medical marijuana. It is grown in the state and provides a lot of jobs. The pot is sold through dispensary locations. In the state capital, Harrisburg, the Department of...
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
ON THE SIDELINES: Look mommy…a dinosaur!
My wife, daughter, and I enjoy watching YouTube videos featuring the paranormal or cryptid creatures. Last night, while watching one entitled “real dinosaur caught on tape”,
CHS hosts Fall Athletic Banquet
The Cherokee High School Athletic Department hosted a Fall Sports Athletic Awards Banquet at the Chief Joyce Dugan Cultural Arts Center on Sunday, Feb. 12. Following are the awards that were given in each fall sport: Varsity Cheerleading * Most Valuable...
WRESTLING: Toineeta wins 1A West Regional
Anthony Toineeta, senior member of the Cherokee Braves wrestling team, won the 1A West Regional title in the 160lb division on Saturday, Feb. 11 at Alleghany High School.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARIES: Nicholas Daniel Bird
Nicholas “Rupert” Daniel Bird, age 38, of Cherokee, passed away on Friday, Jan. 14, 2022 following a brief hospital stay at the Memorial Campus of Mission Hospitals in Asheville.
OBIT – Denise Arch McGinnis
Denise Arch McGinnis, 53, of Kingsport, Tenn., went to be with her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2022 after a brief illness.
OBITUARY: Rebecca Leah Reed
Rebecca Leah Reed, age 43, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Jan. 6, 2022 in Asheville.
HAPPENINGS
New summer hours for Cherokee Life Center as of June 16
Monday – Thursday: 5am – 8pm Friday – 5am – 6pm Saturday – 9am – 2pm
Park’s Look Rock Tower and Trail closed June 16-20
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials have announced the observation tower and access trail at Look Rock, located on the Foothills Parkway in Blount County, Tenn., will be closed to visitors from Monday, June16 to Friday, June 20. The closure is required for...
Fight Lab 39 MMA Event to be held at Harrah’s Cherokee
Fight night returns to Cherokee with Fight Lab 39. Featuring 10-12 action-packed, mixed martial Arts bouts, the Fight Lab MMA is renowned for their wall to wall aggression, action, gogo-dancing ring girls and unique form of entertainment. Whether you are a seasoned...
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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