NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Council gives green light to EBCI Holdings on casino bid
Tribal Council has given EBCI Holdings, Inc. approval to go ahead with a bid process seeking to build two new casinos. Res. No. 245, submitted by Scott Barber, EBCI Holdings chief executive officer, was approved by Tribal Council during a Special Session called by Principal Chief Richard G. Sneed on the morning of Wednesday, April 13.
Tuckasegee man sentenced to prison for assault with a deadly weapon
A Tuckasegee man who twice used knives to slash the necks of two men on separate occasions is headed to prison, District Attorney Ashley Hornsby Welch said.
Sylva man sentenced to 14 years in prison on drug charges
A Sylva man who arrived an hour late to court, appeared to nap through his trial, admitted to using methamphetamine and smoking marijuana during the three-days of proceedings, then attempted to bolt from the courtroom after jury members returned guilty...
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Long named Frell Owl Award winner
The Frell Owl Award is given annually by the Cherokee Boys Club to those who give long-standing, exemplary service to Cherokee youth.
WCU holds two commencements to honor fall class, summer graduates
A pair of graduating students delivered the primary addresses Saturday (Dec. 15) as Western Carolina University held commencement exercises to recognize the academic accomplishments of its fall class and a group of alumni who completed requirements to receive their degrees last summer.
Letters to Santa from Cherokee Elementary School students
Following are letters to Santa from students at Cherokee Elementary:
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Irreparable harm
I think it would be safe to say that the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) has suffered more than our share of “irreparable harm” at the hands of the U.S. government.
COMMENTARY: We must not forget the innocent.
The monster that is COVID-19 consumes our thoughts and actions today.
COMMENTARY: How about naming the Fairgrounds after Jerry Wolfe?
There are many words that could be used to describe the late Jerry Wolfe, Beloved Man of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, including: traditionalist, storyteller, ambassador, ballplayer, mason, veteran, hero, etc. In April 2013, he was named the first Beloved Man in over 200 years.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
BASKETBALL: Franklin edges Cherokee in hard fought game
The Cherokee Lady Braves (12-4) lost a hard fought game to the Franklin Lady Panthers (9-5) on Saturday, Jan. 16 by three points (55-52).
BASKETBALL: Coach Tullos gets 600th career win
The Cherokee Braves (13-3) fought and scrapped the entire game as they topped Franklin (2-12) by a score of 84-78 to give their beloved coach a milestone win.
BASKETBALL: Braves struggle in big win over Blue Ridge
Cherokee (12-3) beat the Blue Ridge Bobcats by 35 points (75-40) in an away game on Friday, Jan. 15, but the Braves struggled shooting in this contest.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Shelly Jo Head
Shelly Jo Head, of Forest City gained her heavenly wings on Monday morning, Feb. 22, 2021. She was born on July 4, 1978 and was a loving mother and daughter. She was loved by all who knew her and never met a stranger. Shelly was known for her artistic skills...
OBITUARY: SFC Robert “Bob” “Sarge” Smith Jr.
Sergeant First Class, Robert “Bob” “Sarge” Smith Jr., U.S. Army, Ret., 90, of Havelock/Cherry Point, passed away Monday, Feb. 22, 2021 at Pruitt Health-Sea Level.
OBITUARY: Johnny Russell Davis
Johnny Russell Davis, 80, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, Feb. 15, 2021.
HAPPENINGS
Tim McGraw to play Harrah’s Cherokee
McGraw's latest album, TWO LANES OF FREEDOM, debuted at No. one on the Billboard Country Albums chart marking his 14th career No. one debut. Since the release of his first album in 1993, McGraw has sold over 40 million albums, dominated the charts with 33 No. one...
EBCI Energy Tip of the Week (week of April 10)
Ko-la-nv-yi Celebration
Vendors, gospel singers, and Corn Hole tournament participants are being sought for the Ko-la-nv-yi Celebration on April 26. Vendor tables and chairs available for $10.Corn Hole entry fee $20/team. Info: Cindy West 269-6337
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