NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Newfound Gap Road trike motorcycle fatality
Great Smoky Mountains National Park rangers responded to a trike motorcycle accident on Newfound Gap Road approximately 9 miles south of Sugarlands Visitor Center on Friday, Sept. 9, at approximately 11:04 a.m.
Park hosts Medal of Honor recipients in Cades
Great Smoky Mountains National Park welcomed Medal of Honor Recipients and their families to Cades Cove on Thursday, Sept. 8. Park staff and volunteers provided a guided tour for the delegation of approximately 60 participants to enjoy the scenic beauty of Cades Cove along with special programs.
EBCI increases minimum wage to $15/hour for tribal employees
Principal Chief Richard G. Sneed announced on the morning of Thursday, Sept. 8 that the tribal government of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) is raising the minimum wage of tribal employees to $15 per hour effective Oct. 1.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Qualla Creations opens new, art-based storefront
Qualla Creations, a business of the Cherokee Historical Association (CHA), opened its doors officially in downtown Cherokee on Friday, July 12.
Tribal member participates in Cancer Walk-A-Thon
James “Bopper” Johnson, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, participated in the 8th Annual 24 Indianapolis on June 28-29.
EBCI high school students participate in Judaculla Camp at WCU
Fifteen high school students from across the region who are members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians had an opportunity to experience college life first-hand as the second annual Judaculla Camp was held June 17-21 at Western Carolina University (WCU).
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Questions rationale behind being a sovereign nation
I understand there are details within the notion of a “sovereign nation”, yet as long as we continue to push for that over and above the greater good, we are continually going to be seen as a lower class of Americans.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: “Ready or Not, Here I Come,” Jesus said.
Jesus has told us that the Authority for the healing of others, has already been given to each believer. He has chosen those who are following Him, to be the ones letting others know.
COMMENTARY: I got shot last week
I was able to get the COVID-19 vaccine shot last week.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
TRACK & FIELD: CMS Braves win four-school meet at home
The Cherokee Middle School track teams hosted a four-school meet on Monday, March 7. The CMS Braves team won with a score of 58 followed by Hayesville in second place with 53. In the girls meet, Robbinsville and Hayesville tied for first with 68 points...
CHS Springs Sports schedules
CHS Springs Sports schedules
ON THE SIDELINES: Thanks to Braves, Lady Braves for great season
Basketball is over. Fans, players, coaches, parents, and sportswriters can breathe and wait until next November when we hit the hardwood again.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Kina Marie Swimmer
Kina Marie Swimmer, age 69, of Cherokee, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021 at Cherokee Indian Hospital after a brief illness. She is survived by her brothers, Ben Swimmer, Juggie Swimmer, Dean (Lola) Swimmer, Obie Swimmer, and Sugar; sisters, Bobbi (Russell)...
OBITUARY: Anthony Ray Toineeta
Anthony Ray Toineeta, 22, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021 in Charlotte. He was born and raised in Cherokee and resided in Lancaster, S.C. Anthony is survived by the love of his life Ashley Caldwell; parents, Bruce and Sunshine Toineeta; sister,...
OBITUARY: Roberta Denise Owle
Roberta Denise Owle, 52, of the Yellow Hill Community, went home to be with the Lord and her dad, Joseph Owle, on Monday, July 26, 2021. A native of Cherokee, she was the daughter of Martha Sherrill of Cherokee and the late Joseph Owle. She is survived by five...
HAPPENINGS
Park to host Cherokee Exhibit at Oconaluftee Visitor Center
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is hosting a Cherokee touring exhibit, “Understanding our Past, Shaping our Future“, on Saturday, April 26 through Tuesday, May 27 at the Oconaluftee Visitor Center. The exhibit focuses on Cherokee language and culture, using sound...
Summer Internship Positions available
The Office of the Principal Chief announces two internship positions for the summer 2014. These positions are open to any enrolled member of the Eastern Band who is currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate level educational program. The internship will...
WCU, community partners to sponsor bicycle rodeo April 27
The Office of Career Services at Western Carolina University will sponsor a bicycle rodeo at the Jackson County Recreation Park in Cullowhee from 2 until 4 p.m. Sunday, April 27.
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