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CIPD makes drug bust in McDonald’s parking lot
Cherokee Indian Police Department (CIPD) officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle with the driver slumped over the steering wheel in the McDonald’s parking lot on Tuesday, June 6 at approximately 7:26 a.m.
Police Commission discusses major drug bust and CIPD staffing
Assist. Chief of Police Josh Taylor was present to provide the CIPD report, ALE report, and to field questions from the Commission. He began by discussing the collaborative drug operation that was held in Cherokee the week of per capita and GenWell distribution, from May 30 through June 2.
CIPD coordinates multi-agency operation
On May 30 through June 2, the Cherokee Indian Police Department (CIPD), with the assistance of the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Division of Drug Enforcement (DDE), coordinated a multi-agency interdiction operation that involved 17 law enforcement agencies that totaled 115 law enforcement officers. This operation was conducted during the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) per capita paycheck disbursement week.
2026 4th of July Powwow
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
“Many Faces” mask exhibit opens at Museum of the Cherokee Indian
A new exhibit at the Museum of the Cherokee Indian, called “Many Faces”, features the ancient art of Cherokee mask making in a modern realm and will inform visitors of this art form still practiced by some artists of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI).
“Don’t talk, just act”: Cherokee High School holds modified graduation
With the motto of “Don’t talk, just act. Don’t say, just show. Don’t promise, just prove”; the Cherokee High School (CHS) Class of 2020 walked across the stage and received their diplomas in a modified graduation on the afternoon of Thursday, May 28.
Cherokee Middle School 8th Grade Promotion List
Cherokee Middle School 8th Grade Promotion List
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Be healed and made whole…
We should not be afraid of any virus when Jesus resides within our hearts. God is still God. He is to be everything to us. He knows every language. God is a “whole” God, and He is our Creator. He already knows each of us inside and out and nothing can be hidden from Him.
COMMENTARY: Longer terms would mean better governance.
I know. I get the immediate negative response when I bring up making Tribal Council seats four years instead of two.
StrongHearts addresses Native American Heritage Month
In November, National Native American Heritage Month raises awareness about our history, our present-day struggles and our hope for the future. The histories of Native peoples should never be forgotten and that’s why it’s vital that we remember and share our histories not only in November but also all year.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
ON THE SIDELINES: Well…that didn’t last long
In late September, I announced that this column was going to transition from a sports column to a community piece.
BASKETBALL: Lady Braves 62 Rosman 20
The Cherokee Lady Braves defeated the Rosman Lady Tigers 62-20 at the Charles George Memorial Arena on Tuesday, Jan. 3.
BASKETBALL: Braves 66 Rosman 61
The Cherokee Braves defeated the Rosman Tigers 66-61 at the Charles George Memorial Arena on Tuesday, Jan. 3.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Michelle Annette (Mathis) Wilnoty
Michelle Annette (Mathis) Wilnoty, 54, of Anne Arundel Co. Maryland and previously of the Birdtown Community of Cherokee passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 2, 2022 at the University of Baltimore Washington Medical Center in Baltimore, Md.
OBITUARY: Johnie “Ray” West
Johnie “Ray” West passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, May 8, 2022 and went to be with our Lord and Savior at the age of 86.
OBITUARY: Bonnie Louise Arneach
Bonnie Louise Arneach, 90, was surrounded by family on Mother’s Day, May 8, 2022, as she left this world peacefully and entered her Heavenly home.
HAPPENINGS
Garden Contest dates approaching
The gardening season is looking good. Early warm weather has plants growing quickly and gardeners are busy. The EBCI Garden Contest will begin Tuesday, June 24 and run through Friday, July 11.
Money Mosh Game Show
June 3 at 5:30pm at the Yellowhill Activity Center. Presenters include: First Citizens Bank, Mountain Credit Union and Edward Jones. Learn about checking and savings accounts, investment opportunities and much more. Door prizes, music, games. RSPV by Friday, May...
Sequoyah Birthplace Museum to host Statehood Day
June 1 from 12-5pm at the Museum located in Vonore, Tenn. The 1809 Blacksmith shop will be open with demonstrations going on throughout the afternoon. Cherokee Storyteller Lloyd Arneach Sr. and his daughter, Dawn Arneach, both EBCI tribal members from the Yellowhill...
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