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.
2026 4th of July Powwow
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Kelli R. Brown named 12th chancellor of Western Carolina University
The University of North Carolina Board of Governors elected Kelli R. Brown, provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at Georgia College & State University, as the new chancellor of Western Carolina University during a special session of the board held today (Thursday, April 25). Brown will assume her new duties on July 1, 2019.
Cherokee Performing Arts taking risks with “Into the Woods”
With several musicals under their belts, the students in the Cherokee Performing Arts program at Cherokee Central Schools are taking some risks with their latest production, “Into the Woods”.
OJCCCC student first to participate in English Language Acquisition class
Clemence Nyiramahirwe is the first Oconaluftee Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center (OJCCCC) student to participate in an onsite English Language Acquisition (ELA) class offered by Southwestern Community College (SCC) for Harrah’s Casino employees.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Pick a side
Well, the time is finally up on us. If you haven’t already done so, then it is time to pick a side.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Build your faith
“I’ve noticed of late, that many more folks seem to be going through some things.
COMMENTARY: Chief Sneed responds to political pandering regarding Lumbee Recognition Act
Tis the season when politicians of all stripes make desperate promises to get votes, but the pandering has reached new levels with the embrace of legislation to extend federal recognition to the Lumbee in North Carolina.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
BASKETBALL: Lady Braves hold on for win at Robbinsville
The Cherokee Lady Braves (9-3) had a big first period which proved to be the difference as they took a 70-65 win over the Robbinsville Black Knights (5-2) in a key conference road win on Tuesday, Jan. 5.
BASKETBALL: Braves take second at Holidays tournament
The Cherokee Braves (8-3) averaged 94 points per game as they took second place at the Holidays on the Hardwood Tournament held Dec. 21-23 at the Charles George Memorial Arena.
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.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Robert Eugene Flippo
Robert Eugene Flippo, age 64, of Cherokee, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Friday, April 30, 2021. He is the son of the late Emmett Flippo and Mary Sue Hendrix Tipton.
OBITUARY: Jimmy Nathan Williams
Jimmy Nathan Williams, 27, of Bryson City, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, May 1, 2021.
OBITUARY: James Pepion
James Pepion, 40, of Cherokee, went to his eternal home.
HAPPENINGS
Governor’s Institute on Substance Abuse to hold April 7 training workshop at WCU
CULLOWHEE – The Governor’s Institute on Substance Abuse will host a daylong training session on integrated care and recovery Monday, April 7, at Western Carolina University. The event, to be held from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. in Room 204 of the Health and Human Sciences...
Family of Luther and Elnora Murphy Easter Reunion Dinner
April 20 at 2pm at Bethabara Church fellowship hall. Bring a covered dish and drinks. Info: Deb 736-0065 or Gail 736-1002
Mediation Training offered in Webster
Mountain Mediation Services is offering a Community Mediation Training later this Spring in Webster on May 6-8 from 9 am to 4:30 pm for individuals who wish to learn neutral ways to mediate conflicts in their workplaces, families, churches, community organizations and...
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