NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Brady sentenced to prison on arson conviction
James Ralph Brady, 55, of Cherokee, N.C. was sentenced to four years in prison on Thursday, Jan. 26 followed by five years of supervised release for the arson of a home that caused approximately $10,000 in damage, announced Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. In addition to the prison term imposed, Brady was ordered to pay $10,000 in restitution.
Cherokee Police Commission meets for first time in 2023
The Cherokee Police Commission met on Thursday, Jan. 19 to address items at the turn of the year and any ongoings issues involving the police department.
Search underway for missing person on Blue Ridge Parkway
National Park Service Law Enforcement rangers are coordinating the efforts of a multi-agency search and investigation underway for a missing person near milepost 410 on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
2026 4th of July Powwow
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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
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
Cherokee Runners elect officers, donate to Cancer Support Group
Cherokee Runners held their annual meeting on March 19 to elect new officers and make plans for the coming year.
TRACK and FIELD: Cherokee hosts meet with Swain
The Cherokee High School varsity track team hosted the Swain County Maroon Devils and Lady Devils and one runner from Rosman on Wednesday, March 30.
TRACK and FIELD: Cherokee travels to Murphy in three-team meet
The Cherokee varsity track teams traveled to Murphy High School for a three-team meet with Murphy and Robbinsville on Wednesday, March 23.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Virginia Rosebud Sneed Dixon
Virginia Rosebud Sneed Dixon, age 101, died Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021 at the N.C. State Veterans Home in Black Mountain. She was a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and the daughter of the late Cam and Minda Sneed of Cherokee.
OBITUARY: Frances Queen Toineeta
Frances Queen Toineeta, age 86, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021 at Tsali Care Center after an extended illness. She is the daughter of the late Abraham Queen and Nannie Calonaheskie. Frances is survived by her children, Donna Toineeta Lossiah, Berdie...
OBITUARY: Retha Cook Orr
Retha Cook Orr, age 75, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021 at her residence following an extended illness.
HAPPENINGS
Qualla Boundary Art Show featuring Alyssa Welch
April 28 from 5-7pm. Everyone is welcome. Welch is a 17-year-old EBCI tribal member who was diagnosed with autism when she was 9 years old. She loves all forms of art and uses it to express herself. Her artwork has won both first and third place in the past at the...
Samuel Watty Birthday Dinner
April 26 from 1-4pm at the Big Cove Rec. Center. Bring your favorite covered dish.
Benefit for Trish Calhoun
May 2 from 10:30am – 1:30pm at the Yellowhill Community Building. Reed’s Frybread and Calhoun’s are teaming up to help Trish who had surgery again on March 23 and has not been able to work. Indian taco w/drink $7, frybread and chili w/drink $6. Four or more orders...
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