NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Council to hold hearing regarding denied candidacy in 2019 election
Tribal Council will soon hold a hearing regarding a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) who was denied candidacy for tribal office.
Council approves personnel powers for Chief of Police
The Chief of Police of the Cherokee Indian Police Department (CIPD) now has more authority over personnel matters due to changes made to Cherokee Code Section 96-11. Tribal Council passed Ordinance No. 144 (2022) during its regular session on Thursday, March 3 that amends language in the Code regarding officers and employees under the CIPD.
Kituwah, LLC seeks funding for Puy du Fou partnership
The Kituwah, LLC will be requesting approximately $31 million from Tribal Council to launch a new partnership project with award-winning French entertainment company Puy du Fou.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
“Unto These Hills” closes for season, presents staff awards
The 2018 season of the outdoor drama “Unto These Hills” closed on Saturday, Aug. 18.
Jackson County Tourism Development Authority commemorates Milestone
The Jackson County Tourism Development Authority (TDA) recently commemorated a milestone in destination marketing, celebrating the success of advertising and public relations efforts that totaled over one billion impressions.
Rep. Wilson appointed to WCU Cherokee Center Advisory Board
Wolftown Rep. Jeremy Wilson, a Western Carolina University graduate, has been appointed to WCU’s Cherokee Center advisory board.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Confusion is not helpful…
When I started this episode of the Mr. Bill Show report the major news was the ongoing pandemic and the confusion emanating from the White House.
COMMENTARY: An open letter from Chief Sneed regarding George Floyd’s death
Like all Americans, I was outraged when I saw the video of George Floyd pleading for his life, only to have his pleas fall upon deaf ears and his life snuffed out at the hands of an overzealous government official.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Every decision impacts your life
Pastor Melton reminds each person, “The Church is here to teach us something that will lead and guide us—that we will be able to take away with us,
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
2015-2016 Braves, Lady Braves basketball schedule
2015-2016 Braves, Lady Braves basketball schedule
ON THE SIDELINES: Helmet-to-helmet must be called
Sometimes, when standing on the sidelines taking photographs at Cherokee football games, I laugh to myself when I see a big hit because it’s all a part of the game.
FOOTBALL: Murphy tops Braves following big second half
It was a tale of two halves as the Cherokee Braves (3-3) hosted the Murphy Bulldogs (5-1) at Ray Kinsland Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Ernestine Roberta “Rose” Hornbuckle
The family of Ernestine Roberta “Rose” Hornbuckle, 27, of Cherokee is grieved to announce her passing on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020.
OBITUARY: Diane Glover
Diane Glover, born in Riverside, Calif. and a resident of Cherokee, N.C., passed away Sept. 7, 2020, surrounded by her loving family.
OBITUARY: Glen H. Thomas
Glen H. Thomas, 1940-2020, went home peacefully, Thursday evening, Nov. 26, 2020 to be with his Lord and Savior.
HAPPENINGS
Jim Thorpe Native American Games
June 8-14 in Shawnee, Okla. Events include wrestling, karate, basketball, softball, track and field, and more. Stickball has been added this year. The website has not yet been updated, but keep checking back at www.jimthorpegames.com. For registration assistance...
BBQ dinner fundraiser for Kara Martin
March 20 from 11am – 2pm at the old Yellowhill Community Building. Includes slaw, baked beans and drink $7. This is a fundraiser for Kara Martin who is running for Miss Indian World at next month’s Gathering of Nations Pow Wow.
Cornhole tournament fundraiser for Kara Martin
March 22 at Big Y Community Building. Sign-ups at 5:30pm, bags fly at 6pm. $25 per team followed by a $5 blind draw. Pay-outs 75 percent on team tournament and 75 percent on blind draw. Longest shot competition – Native American craft prizes. This is a fundraiser...
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