NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Hospital reports 430 “no-shows” for January
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. One Feather Asst. Editor CHEROKEE, N.C. – The Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA) is concerned about people not showing up for their appointments. It reported a total of 430 “no-shows” for Primary Care appointments during the month of...
Bill to place Tennessee lands into trust for EBCI passes House, for fourth time
Once again, a bill that would place 76 acres of land containing several Cherokee historic sites in eastern Tennessee in trust for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) has passed the U.S. House of Representatives. The Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition Act, H.R. 548, passed the House on Tuesday, Feb. 7 by a unanimous voice vote.
‘Their Hard Rock moment’: Kituwah, LLC and EBCI launch $316 million investment with Sports Illustrated Resorts
Kituwah, LLC will be investing more than $300 million over the next four years in a deal that will see them become part owners and operators of Sports Illustrated Resorts.
Talking Trees Children’s Trout Derby
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
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.
Wade to receive AISES Professional Award
Yona Wade, Cherokee Central Schools director of community affairs, will receive the Indigenous Excellence Award from the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) at their National Conference in Milwaukee, Wisc. on Oct. 10-12. The award is part of the organization’s Professional Awards Program.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Supply our guardians with the tools of the trade.
There are very few pats on the back for our Cherokee Police Officers. There are a few mentions during Tribal Council sessions while providing reports, but for the most part the officers go about their business with little thanks.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: We are to be God’s new temple…for these times
Lies were told at the time of Jesus’ crucifixion and burial.
COMMENTARY: Self-fulfilling Prophecy
It would be shocking to see the apathy if it had not been so prevalent for so long. We hold elections every two years on the Qualla Boundary.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
BASKETBALL: 1A West Region state playoff results (Second Round)
These are the results of the second round games for the 1A West Region boys and girls basketball playoffs.
BASKETBALL: Braves hit milestones in first round win
It was a night to remember for Cherokee as their coach was honored, one of their players hit a milestone scoring mark, and the team set a state record. And, they won a playoff game.
BASKETBALL: Lady Braves more than double Pine Lake Prep
The Lady Braves (21-4) held Pine Lake Prep (11-14) to single digit scoring numbers in each of the four periods in their 1A state playoff first round match-up on Tuesday, Feb. 23 at the Charles George Memorial Arena.
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
Holy Week and Easter Services at Cherokee Wesleyan Church
April 17 at 6pm – Special Communion Service commemorating Jesus’ Last Supper with his disciples. April 18 at 6pm – Good Friday Service recalling Jesus’ suffering and death on the cross. April 20 at 10am – Sunday School for all ages, 11am – Special Easter Service...
EBCI Energy Tip of the Week (week of April 17)
Non-profit gathering planned for area
The Eastern Band of Cherokees Community Foundation announces a meet and greet for area non-profit organizations wishing to apply for 2014 grants from the community fund. Non-profits are invited to bring information related to upcoming projects to share with the board...
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