NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
CCS Board meets and greets with CBC Board
The Cherokee Central Schools School Board met on Tuesday, Feb. 20, in the Central Office Board Room of Cherokee Central Schools.
EBCI applauds U.S. Truth & Healing Commission Bill
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) expresses its full support and endorsement of the U.S. Truth & Healing Commission Bill introduced in Congress. This groundbreaking legislation marks a significant step towards acknowledging historical injustices and fostering reconciliation among Native American tribes and the broader American society.
“A special day, a good day”: Cherokee Speakers Place opens officially
The Cherokee language has been spoken for many millennia in the mountains of western North Carolina and throughout the southeast, and it will endure for many more due to the efforts of Cherokee speakers today.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
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.
Cherokee Choices hosting Halloween virtual fun run/walk
Cherokee Choices is hosting a virtual fun run/walk to encourage community members to be active during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tribal member named to Leadership Knoxville class of 2021
The 2021 Leadership Knoxville (LK) class consists of 54 outstanding individuals working to improve life in Knoxville, and a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) is in that group.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Nasty
It is easy to forget when you look at all the beauty in nature that there are some pretty nasty environmental issues in the wild. I am not talking about the manmade messes we bring in and leave. You know that you shouldn’t do that, and I am probably not going to alter your behavior by browbeating you in commentary. There’s an app for that.
COMMENTARY: MMIW Movement on the Boundary
The Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIW) crisis is affecting all Nations of Indigenous people today. The MMIW movement was created to spread awareness and give a voice to our stolen sisters whose stories have not been heard.
COMMENTARY: Sitting by the pool
The latest battle over property has been the discussion of work force housing versus tribal housing.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
WRESTLING: Toineeta named All-Conference
Anthony Toineeta, Cherokee senior, has been named to the Smoky Mountain All-Conference team. See full All-Conference team listing.
BASKETBALL: West vs Midwest All-Star game rosters announced
The 3rd Annual West vs Midwest All-Star game will be played on Saturday, March 18 at Avery County High School.
BASKETBALL: Blue-White Game rosters announced
The rosters for the annual Blue-White All-Star games have been set.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Edna Earl Johnson-Carrol
Edna Earl Johnson-Carrol, age 63, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022 after a brief illness. She is survived by her loving husband, Eddie “Cool Breeze” Carroll; daughter, Lasheena Carroll-Wollen (Wesley); one grandchild and her dog, Bear. Edna was preceded in death...
OBITUARY: James “Jim” Wilkerson
James “Jim” Wilkerson, 66, departed this life on Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2022 after a sudden illness.
OBITUARY: Moses (Junior) Ledford Jr.
Moses (Junior) Ledford Jr., of Windsor, died peacefully at his home with his family surrounding him Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022.
HAPPENINGS
Kidney Smart classes
Post 143 to host NCDVA District Service Officer
The American Legion, Steve Youngdeer Post 143 will hot North Carolina Division of Veterans Affairs District Service Officer Steven Robertson. June 19 from 10am – 2pm at the Qualla Boundary Public Library. Veterans and family members who have any questions, or...
Island Indian Market rates
Reserve your spot now for the busy days ahead! The Island Indian Market is a great way for EBCI tribal members to showcase their talent. Visitors love buying directly from the artist, community members do as well. The cost for a sheltered 12 x 12 space with...
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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