NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Council approves $1 million budget for Veterans Cemetery
The memory of two Cherokee heroes will forever endure at a cemetery bearing their name which is currently being developed by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI).
EBCI looks to clear ‘nuisance buildings’ from Cherokee
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) now has the ability to abate and demolish ‘nuisance buildings’ on the Qualla Boundary.
Chief Sneed vetoes additional funding for Sequoyah National Hotel
Principal Chief Richard G. Sneed sent a letter to Tribal Council Chairman Richard French on Tuesday, Aug. 30 in which he issues a veto of Res. No. 373 (2022) passed in Council on Aug. 4.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Park Volunteer receives Regional Recognition
Great Smoky Mountains National Park announced on Thursday, Sept. 26 that dedicated Park Volunteer, Jim Goddard, has won the National Park Service Southeast Regional Hartzog Award for Enduring Service.
Cherokee named in AARP’s top fall destinations listing
From sipping on apple cider to hiking through the woods while leaves fall around you, fall has its share of cozy moments. Cherokee, nestled in the Smoky Mountains, has been named one of the best fall destinations in a recent survey by the AARP.
Mountain Heritage awards will be presented to Sylva resident, historical society
Western Carolina University’s 2019 Mountain Heritage Awards, given in honor of achievements in historic preservation and outstanding cultural contributions in the region, will be presented at Mountain Heritage Day on Saturday, Sept. 28, on the Blue Ridge Stage at 12:30 p.m.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: The Second Shot
Roughly four weeks ago, I received my first Moderna COVID-19 vaccine inoculation. Wednesday, Feb. 24, I went in for the second shot.
COMMENTARY: Rep. Clampitt responds to One Feather commentary
A recent opinion post in the Cherokee One Feather by Angela Lewis entitled “COMMENTARY: That would never happen here” has prompted this state representative to again reaffirm my support of the members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI).
COMMENTARY: That would never happen here
If you have seen or listened to the news last week then you are aware of the devastation that a winter storm brought to Texas and many southern states.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
ON THE SIDELINES: Column is transitioning to a community-wide piece
This will be the last “On the Sidelines” column, but it will not be the last column I write…I’m transitioning it from a sports only column to one that covers the entire community.
FOOTBALL: Braves fall to Bulldogs in conference opener
Cherokee (3-3) went to .500 on the season as they traveled to Murphy on Friday, Sept. 23. The Bulldogs (5-1) topped the Braves, riddled with injuries in several key positions, by a score of 42-13.
JV FOOTBALL: Murphy tops Braves on Homecoming Night
The Cherokee JV Braves (1-3) fell to the Murphy JV Bulldogs by a score of 50-28 during Homecoming Night at Ray Kinsland Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 22.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Carolyn Sue Bird
Carolyn Sue Bird, 62, of the Snowbird Community, passed away on Monday, Aug. 30, 2021. She was born in Swain County on June 12, 1959 to the late William Bird and Ellen Bird who survives her.
OBITUARY: Jalee Monique Panther
Jalee Monique Panther, 19-year-old daughter of Jamie Panther and Jami Kirkland, born July 2, 2002 passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021.
OBITUARY: Stancil Jumper Jr.
Stancil Jumper Jr., age 91, passed away on Monday, Aug. , 2021 at Tsali Care Center after an extended illness. He is the son of the late Stancil Jumper Sr. and Nola Long Teleskie.
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.
Midnight Rumble flyer
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