NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Center for Native Health to work with EBCI DANR
The Center for Native Health 501(c)3 (CNH) has announced that it has received a subaward for $105,000.00 from the Rights and Resources Group (RRG) to conduct activities with the EBCI (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) entitled, “Strengthening Tribal Nation-led Conservation and Engagement with National Parks and Forests”.
Taylor receives additional charge of ‘impaired driving’
Former Tribal Council Rep. Dennis ‘Bill’ Taylor appeared in his latest pre-trial hearing at Cherokee Court on the morning of Tuesday, Nov. 1.
Police Commission addresses elk shootings and radio communications
The Cherokee Police Commission met in Snowbird at the Jacob Cornsilk Complex for their Thursday, Oct. 20 meeting.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
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.
Original artist giving Sequoyah statue a facelift
Chisel in hand, a noted sculptor and artist climbed atop a piece that was dedicated in Cherokee nearly 30 years ago.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Don’t miss the blessing!
In 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10, according to the Apostle Paul, there are five characteristics given in the formation of the new Church.
COMMENTARY: Special orders don’t upset us.
I suppose restaurants are still reeling from the dramatic shift in regulation and the changes in the mindset of their clientele.
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.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
BASKETBALL: Tullos let go as Braves head coach
Coach Willis Tullos, who garnered his 600th career win this past season, will not be at the helm of the Cherokee Braves boys basketball team this upcoming season.
Cherokee High School 2016 Fall Sports Schedules
Cherokee High School 2016 Fall Sports Schedules
LACROSSE: Thompson Brothers hold camp in Cherokee
For members of tribes of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, lacrosse is known as “the Creator’s Game”.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
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.
OBITUARY: Dorothy Jean Ledford
Dorothy Jean Ledford, 74, of Lexington and formerly of Cherokee, went home to be with her ancestors on Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2021.
HAPPENINGS
Roller Derby bout
May 17 at Swain County Rec. Center in Bryson City. Doors open at 5pm, bout starts at 6pm. Smoky Mountain Roller Girls vs. URGE (Upstate Roller Girl Evolution). $5 at brownpapertickets.com, $7 at door, 7 and under are free. This is a benefit for the Cherokee...
WNBA Atlanta Dream Cherokee Middle School Fundraiser
Cherokee Middle School will receive a small amount of every Atlanta Dream ticket purchased through this promotion, and tickets are at a discounted rate. Type in:...
Final Opt-In Regional Summit scheduled for Cherokee on May 8
The 15-month Opt-In SWNC process wraps at the end of May. So it’s time for one more check-in with the citizens and leaders of the region. And this will be the biggest gathering yet. A Regional Summit dinner is planned for Thursday, May 8 in the Council Fire Ballroom...
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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