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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.
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Bradley selected for membership to N.C. Institute of Medicine
The North Carolina Institute of Medicine (NCIOM) helps guide health policies statewide, and now a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) will sit as a member of the organization.
Cherokee Indian Hospital lab working diligently amid pandemic
The laboratory staff at the Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA) is aiding in the process of coronavirus (COVID-19) test sample collection and preparation for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) community.
Engineering students triple WCU’s output of face shields for medical worker use in pandemic
Students from Western Carolina University’s College of Engineering and Technology have checked out 3D printers from the university and are using them from home to help produce face shields for use by health care professionals during the global COVID-19 pandemic.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Praises care at Cherokee Indian Hospital
This is not something I would normally do, but I want to share my experiences so that it may help someone else.
COMMENTARY: What matters to you?
The battle to inform the public rages in every community. The Qualla Boundary is no exception.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Jesus, the way, the light, the truth
The Old Testament has taught many of us that God was actually introducing us to His Plan from the very beginning in the book of Genesis.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
FOOTBALL: Braves top Rebels in thriller
The Cherokee Braves (9-4) won their sixth straight game of the season in dramatic fashion as they edged the North Duplin Rebels in the second round of the 1A state playoffs on Friday, Nov. 25.
FOOTBALL: Braves win first playoff game since ‘08
Cherokee (8-4) got its first playoff win since 2008 with a big home win on Friday, Nov. 18.
WRESTLING: Pisgah tops Cherokee 39-25
The Pisgah Bears topped Cherokee 39-25 in a varsity wrestling match at Cherokee on Tuesday, Nov. 15.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Bridger Owen Ensley
Bridger Owen Ensley, age 10, passed away on Monday, March 28, 2022 at Mission Hospital in Asheville. His brother, Noah Joseph Ensley, age 15, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022, also at Mission Hospital.
OBITUARY: Darrell William Teesateskie
Darrell William Teesateskie, age 67, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at his residence. He is survived by his children, Dawn Rae Vallejo and Woodrow Teesateskie; three grandchildren, Dreyton Long, Davisia Teesateskie, and Cyrus Crowe; and his riding buddy, Oscar.
OBITUARY: Joseph “Joe” Thompson
Joseph “Joe” Thompson, 94, of the Big Cove Community, went to his Heavenly Home to join his Father on Tuesday, March 29, 2022. A native of Cherokee, he was the son of the late Jackson and Alice Wolfe Thompson.
HAPPENINGS
Indian Taco Sale Benefit for Don Chekelelee
May 15 from 10am – 2pm at the Snowbird Complex. Indian Taco $6, Drink $1. Call ahead (828) 479-4446 or 479-3917. Delivery and dine-in available. For delivery, please call ahead two hours.
Benefit Turkey Shoot for Don Chekelelee
May 17 at 5pm at Jesse Welch’s residence in the Big Cove Community. $2/shot. Dinner will be sold.
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