NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
EBCI Electric Bus celebrated by N.C. Governor and federal EPA Administrator
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and EPA Administrator Michael Regan were among many guests hosted in Cherokee on the morning of Tuesday, March 15 to celebrate the arrival of the Tribe’s first electric school bus, which is the first in the State of North Carolina.
Arrest made in death of eight month old
On Friday, Feb. 11, the Graham County Sheriff’s Office was notified by an out of state medical facility of an alleged assault on an eight month old child, which had taken place within the city limits of Robbinsville, located inside of Graham County. Detectives with the Graham County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division, along with the Graham County Department of Social Services began investigating the incident.
CCS Board approves donation to student fundraiser
The Cherokee Central Schools (CCS) Board of Education began their meeting on Monday, March 7 by addressing a donation request.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Kananesgi Basket & Carving Festival highlights a proud tradition
The Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds was full of beautiful designs and traditions going back many generations as the Kananesgi Basket & Carving Festival was held on Saturday, Nov. 3.
Qualla Boundary Public Library unveils new look
The Qualla Boundary Public Library officially re-opened with a new look on the afternoon of Friday, Nov. 2. The facility received new paint and carpet throughout as well as several layout changes to improve the flow throughout.
Cherokee High School Honor Rolls – 1st Quarter
Cherokee High School Honor Rolls – 1st Quarter
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
SPEAKING OF FAITH: A song of his praises wins every battle!
But the people of God will sing a song of joy, like the songs at the holy festivals.
COMMENTARY: Voting by absentee ballot
I hope every eligible North Carolina resident plans to vote in the November election
EDITORIAL: Editorial Board says thanks for support, patience
We would like to thank all the great readers and subscribers for the enormous amount of patience that they have shown over the past three months.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
BASKETBALL: Lady Braves take second at Holidays tournament
The Cherokee Lady Braves (8-3) took second place at the Holidays on the Hardwood Tournament held Dec. 21-23 at the Charles George Memorial Arena.
BASKETBALL: Braves spread ball around in big win over Bulldogs
Four Cherokee (6-2) players were in double digits and a total of 12 players scored in a blowout 90-27 home win over the visiting Murphy Bulldogs on Friday, Dec. 8.
BASKETBALL: Stamper, King lead Lady Braves over Murphy
Cherokee’s point guards lit up the Charles George Memorial Arena against Murphy on Friday, Dec. 18.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Alissa Eden Tennielle Smith
Alissa Eden Tennielle Smith, age 27, passed away on Monday, Jan. 25, 2021 following an extended illness.
OBITUARY: Phillip Edward Bell
Phillip Edward Bell, 75, of Swannanoa, passed away Friday, Jan. 22, 2021 at Carolina Pines at Asheville Health Care Center.
OBITUARIES: John Walter Grant “Zahey”
John Walter Grant “Zahey” transitioned from this life on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021, surrounded by his family.
HAPPENINGS
WCU welcoming prospective students to Open House on April 5
Western Carolina University will throw open its doors to prospective students and their families and friends as the university holds Open House on Saturday, April 5.
Turkey shoot fundraiser for Kara Martin
April 5 at 5pm. 20- $2 rounds 2-$5rounds. Food and drinks will be sold.
SCC offers free artists workshops
SCC’s Nantahala School for the Arts will be offering two free workshops for artists this spring. These workshops are free of charge and designed to provide essential skills necessary for the successful operation of a studio-based business.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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