NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Caesars Southern Indiana Casino: A one year review
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) formally purchased Caesars Southern Indiana (CSI) Casino on Sept. 3, 2021, and according to tribal officials it is already outperforming projections.
Topping-off Ceremony held for new Tribal Foods building
Five months after ground was broken at the site, a topping-off ceremony was held for the new building that will house the EBCI (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians) Tribal Foods Distribution Program and the EBCI Tribal Cannery.
Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos seeking participants for Cherokee Development Program
Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos is seeking members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) to participate in the Cherokee Development Program (CDP).
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
One step at a time: How dancing is saving JaTanna Feather’s life
JaTanna Feather takes a long look at her dancers. A few dozen pairs of feet bounce off the stage at the fairgrounds.
Indian Fair Parade Grand Marshals to be EBCI dancers
For over 11,000 years, Cherokee feet have danced on the ground of the mountains in western North Carolina.
Cherokee Youth Council has a busy summer
The Cherokee Youth Council (CYC) had a busy summer. The members were involved in several activities and events.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
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.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Don’t miss The Blessing!
Read 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10. (These verses contain five characteristics of the New Testament Church. Can we measure up to one of the first of the established churches, under the New Covenant?)
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Panther wins archery state title
She may be small in stature, but don’t let that fool you when Nevayah Panther picks up a bow.
McMillan, Stamper take top athlete honors
Cherokee seniors Jason McMillan and Bree Stamper took top honors at the annual Cherokee High School Athletic Awards Banquet held at the Chief Joyce Dugan Cultural Arts Center on Tuesday, May 24.
Cornhole League Championships of Bags to be streamed on ESPN3
The American Cornhole League’s 2016 Championships of Bags (COBS 2016) Main Events hosted by Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort will be viewable live on ESPN3.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Agnes Wolfe
Agnes Wolfe, 68, of Cherokee, passed away on Monday, Sept. 27, 2021. She was born in Cherokee to the late Charles and Cecelia Johnson.
OBITUARY: Mary Jane Walkingstick Taylor
Mary Jane Walkingstick Taylor, age 76, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021 at Cherokee Indian Hospital. She is the daughter of the late Mason Walkingstick and Lucy Walkingstick.
OBITUARY: Herman Wachacha Sr.
Herman Wachacha Sr., age 67, of the Snowbird Community, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2021 at Mission Hospital in Asheville after an extended illness.
HAPPENINGS
Cherokee Summer Day Camp information
Summer Day Camps will be held at Birdtown, Painttown, and Big Cove Rec. Centers. Ages 5-13. Cost is $300 for 10 weeks. $50 deposit now, $250 by June 2. Applications can be picked up at the three centers. First 50 children at Birdtown and Painttown and first 20 at...
Indian Taco Fundraiser
May 1 at the Yellowhill Community Center. Orders must be placed by 9am on May 1. All proceeds will go to support the Cherokee High School Class of 2015 and fund this year’s junior-senior prom, The Great Gatsby. Delivery on request for orders of four or more. Call...
Fundraiser
May 5 from 11am – 2pm at the Yellowhill Community Building. Frybread and chili $6, taco/drink $7. Delivery, call 736-2944
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