NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Post 143 hosts a Veteran’s Honoring Ceremony at Cherokee Indian Fair
Reuben Taylor, an elder of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) and a decorated World War II veteran, saluted as the colors of the EBCI and the United States of America were presented.
Cherokee man sentenced to 14 years for second degree murder in Indian Country
A Cherokee, N.C. man convicted of second degree murder was sentenced to 168 months in prison on Monday, Oct. 3, announced Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.
Valley River Casino announces $275 million expansion
Just one day after celebrating the seventh anniversary of the Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel, leaders broke ground on a $275 million expansion project that will evolve the property.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Destiny Mills used her platform to spread her culture and grow
Destiny Mills, who has held the title of 2018-19 Teen Miss Cherokee, knew she had a lot to learn when she stepped into her role.
Hernandez enjoyed traveling, meeting people during reign
On a warm, humid night in Cherokee, a crowd of several thousand people fell silent as the microphone was handed to the youngest, smallest person to speak during the 44th Annual Eastern Band Cherokee Pow Wow.
Siweumptewa represented two tribes during her reign
Destiny Siweumptewa was crowned the 2018-19 Junior Miss Cherokee during last year’s Cherokee Indian Fair. This past year has been an exciting ride filled with new experiences and learning opportunities while representing not only the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians but also another part of her heritage – the Hopi Tribe of Arizona.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: As you travel, make time to visit Cherokee sites
As you travel on spring or summer trips, try to make a little time for side trips to some of the numerous Cherokee historical sites around the southeastern United States.
COMMENTARY: Blog to empower Indigenous voices
I started a blog. Ironic really, for a person like me who spent so many years bottling up emotions, stuffing those feelings way down deep and being so cautious as to not let my face give away to what was going on.
COMMENTARY: Going to extremes
We live in a chaotic society. It seems like there is a prevalent split between two very different life philosophies in America.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
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.
CROSS COUNTRY: Middle School Braves, Lady Braves take fourth in Canton
The Cherokee Middle School Braves and Lady Braves cross country teams both took fourth place overall at a meet held at Canton Middle School on Wednesday, Sept. 21.
CROSS COUNTRY: CMS girls win Western Carolina Invitational
The Cherokee High School and Middle School cross country teams competed in the Western Carolina Invitational in Cullowhee on Saturday, Sept. 17.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Martine “Mondo” Bird
Martine “Mondo” Bird, age 30, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Oct. 18, 2021 at his residence. He is the son of the late Rachel Bird.
OBITUARY: William D. Junaluska
William D. Junaluska, of Cherokee, died on Sept. 27, 2021 with his wife, Marie Junaluska, by his side. William was born in Cherokee on Dec. 30, 1946 to the late Arch Junaluska Sr. and Wilma Taylor Junaluska. He was a lifelong resident of Cherokee.
OBITUARY: William “Billy” Ray Blythe
William “Billy” Ray Blythe, 65, of the Coopers Creek community, passed away Sept. 28. 2021 after a very brave battle for three years with brain cancer.
HAPPENINGS
Strawberry Festival planned in Cherokee for May 17
The North American Indian Women’s Association (NAIWA) Cherokee Chapter will host the annual Strawberry Festival at the Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 17 from 9am – 2pm. The event will open at 9am with an opening ceremony and the telling of the Strawberry...
Horse owners urged to vaccinate animals against mosquito-borne diseases
It’s the beginning of mosquito season in North Carolina, which means it’s also time for equine owners to talk to their veterinarians about vaccinating animals against mosquito-borne diseases.
Park recruiting volunteers for NC Campgrounds
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is seeking Campground Hosts for Smokemont, Balsam Mountain, and Cataloochee Campgrounds in North Carolina. Campground hosts have an invaluable role in the park. Campground hosts serve as volunteers who provide information regarding...
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