NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Cherokee Police Commission meets with new Police Chief
The Cherokee Police Commission held their first meeting with Cherokee Indian Police Dept. (CIPD) Chief of Police Carla Neadeau on Thursday, July 21.
Young girl dies after tree falls on tent in Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park rangers responded to an emergency in Elkmont Campground at approximately 12:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 27 after a tree fell on a tent and resulted in the death of a 7-year-old girl from Georgia.
Harris Regional Hospital launches Forensic Nurse Program
Harris Regional Hospital has announced a Forensic Nurse Program to launch on Monday, Aug. 1. Harris Regional Hospital announced that six employed nurses were elected to become certified forensic nurses.
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
CFWNC awards Educational Grants to Swain County High School
The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina announced recently two grants totaling $1,600 for Swain County High School from the Learning Links grant program, which provide local teachers with funding for activities designed to make required coursework engaging and relevant for their students.
River Kane to host Inaugural Christmas Toy Drive for Cherokee Youth
River Kane, an emerging rock band based out of Cherokee, is hosting their inaugural Christmas Toy Drive benefiting Cherokee Youth at their upcoming concert on Friday, Dec. 21 at the Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds.
EBCI selects Remember the Removal Riders for 2019 event
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians has selected its representatives for the 2019 Remember the Removal ride. Ten tribal members will join riders from the Cherokee Nation as they retrace the northern route of the Trail of Tears on a 950-mile bike journey.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: We didn’t “sign” up for this
I was mildly curious when, a few weeks ago, traffic in one lane downtown was routed around some construction occurring at the intersection of Hwy 19 and Acquoni Road.
COMMENTARY: COVID Tourism
Since the early 1950s, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) has depended on tourism in some form or fashion to be a sustaining economic community driver.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: God is watching us!
“‘Obedience is better than sacrifice, saith the Lord,’ stated Pastor Melton.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
GOLF: Lady Braves take second at five-school match
The CHS Lady Braves golf team took second place at The Golf Club at Mill Creek on Tuesday, Sept. 15 in a match against Franklin, Highlands, Rabun Gap-Nacoochee, and Murphy.
CROSS COUNTRY: Cherokee runners compete at meets in Murphy, Asheville
This past week, Cherokee runners competed at meets in Murphy, Asheville.
ON THE SIDELINES: Hey fans, keep on screaming
As I stood on the sidelines after Jason’s catch and watched the reactions of players, cheerleaders, coaches, and fans, it got me to thinking about the role that spectators play in a game.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
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.
OBITUARY: Sandra Mary Davis (Cabe)
Sandra Mary Davis (Cabe), 77, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, Feb. 12, 2021.
HAPPENINGS
Indian Tacos NAIWA fundraiser
March 21 from 11am – 1pm at the old Yellowhill Community Building. Meals include drink and dessert for $7
‘Les Miserables’ to stage April 3-6 at WCU
CULLOWHEE – The Tony-Award-winning musical “Les Miserables” will be performed under the direction of Broadway star Terrence Mann at Western Carolina University from Thursday, April 3, through Sunday, April 6. Presented by the WCU School of Stage and Screen’s Musical...
WCU clarinet students to present March 31 concert
CULLOWHEE – The School of Music at Western Carolina University will present an evening of music for clarinet ensembles Monday, March 31. The concert will feature students from the clarinet studio of faculty member Shannon Thompson performing repertory for clarinet...
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