NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
EBCI Treasury details American Rescue Plan spending
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) was provided $160 million in federal funding in 2021 as part of the American Rescue Plan (ARP). Where does that money go?
Fatality near Milepost 90 on the Blue Ridge Parkway
On Tuesday, Feb. 14, at approximately 3:15 p.m., the Blue Ridge Parkway Communications Center received a report of a motor vehicle collision involving two motorcycles, near milepost 90, south of Peaks of Otter.
Ethics report dismisses complaint involving Attorney General
The EBCI (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians) Office of Internal Audit and Ethics has dismissed a complaint filed against EBCI Attorney General Michael McConnell.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Carving the past into the future: Museum readies mask exhibit
The Museum of the Cherokee Indian has a new cultural exhibit ready for patrons once it re-opens its doors following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Thank you from the Pheasant family
Phillip would like to express his deep appreciation to everyone that sent prayers, money, flowers, food, text or called, and to all Val’s biker friends and family that participated in escorting her to her final resting place. The entire family was thankful for...
Folkmoot International Festival cancelled due to COVID-19
The 37th annual Folkmoot International Festival, scheduled for July 18-26, has been cancelled, due to uncertainty created by the spread of COVID-19.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: My most unpopular commentaries
Even in the heat of the final days of an election that will determine who sits in the most powerful seats of tribal government, and referendum questions that will determine one of the most hotly-debated issues on the Qualla Boundary, any push to get out the vote is met with a collective yawn.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: It takes Holy Spirit boldness, courage, and confidence
Read Acts 4:23-31; Proverbs 21:2-3, Ephesians 3:12, Proverbs 28:1, Matthew 29:16.
COMMENTARY: Where the water ran
“That really hit close to home.” You hear that every time a tragedy strikes a person or a community. Maybe it is a family member. Maybe a next-door neighbor. It could be a metaphoric statement, saying that you relate to what folks are going through. In some cases, it is literal.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
BASKETBALL: Lady Braves 70 Swain Co. 51
The Cherokee Lady Braves defeated the Swain County Lady Maroon Devils 70-51 in a game at Swain on Thursday, Jan. 26.
BASKETBALL: Braves win barnburner at Swain
You couldn’t ask for more in a high school basketball game than Cherokee and Swain gave everyone on Thursday, Jan. 26.
WRESTLING: Christ School 42 Cherokee 36
Christ School topped Cherokee 42-36 in a meet held at the Charles George Memorial Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 25.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Charlie Toineeta
Charlie Toineeta, 71, of the Big Cove Community, went home to be with the Lord Friday, Feb. 4, 2022.
OBITUARY: Cecil D. Queen
Cecil Doc Queen, age 85, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022. Cecil was born in Whittier and later moved to Detroit, Mich. in the early 1950s where he married his sweetheart Julia and began his family.
OBITUARY: Loretta Rattler Adams
Loretta Rattler Adams, 65, died peacefully at her home on Monday, Jan. 31, 2022 after battling dementia for several years.
HAPPENINGS
Open Air Flea Market
June 7 at 8am at the Birdtown Community Building. Sponsored by Birdtown Community Club. $10/table, limited three. Concessions will be available. Info: Jody 736-7510
WCU accepting nominations for 2014 Mountain Heritage Awards
Western Carolina University is accepting nominations for the 2014 Mountain Heritage Awards, honors bestowed annually on one individual and one organization that have played a prominent role in the preservation or interpretation of Southern Appalachian history and culture.
Exhibits highlight anniversaries of Western Carolina University, Mountain Heritage Day
Western Carolina University’s Mountain Heritage Center is unveiling new exhibits that highlight two big milestones that are happening this year – the 125th anniversary of the university’s founding and the 40th anniversary of WCU’s fall celebration of mountain culture, Mountain Heritage Day.
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