NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Park responds to bear incident in Elkmont Campground
Great Smoky Mountains National Park wildlife biologists and park rangers responded to Elkmont Campground on Sunday, June 12, following a bear incident that resulted in human injury. After an investigation and on-the-site monitoring, wildlife biologists successfully captured the responsible bear. Due to the risk to human safety, the bear was humanely euthanized on Monday, June 13.
CCS School Board discusses school safety and coaching contracts
The June 6 meeting of the Cherokee Central Schools (CCS) Board of Education lasted just under one hour and most of the meeting was spent addressing questions from Board members.
Rep. Crowe investigated by Ethics Review Committee
An ethics investigations report has found there was ‘probable cause’ that Tribal Council Rep. Bo Crowe committed a Code of Ethics violation during an incident that occurred on Feb. 7.
2026 4th of July Powwow
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Cherokee students learn about human body, healthy lifestyle
In an effort to combat childhood obesity, Cherokee Elementary School and New Kituwah Academy students learned about the human body in an exhibit called Speedway to Healthy which was set up in the Chief Joyce Dugan Cultural Arts Center on Sept. 5-6.
Jones-Bowman Fellows to launch social media campaign
For the first year of the community initiative, the 2018-19 fellows have developed a Social Media Campaign that will raise awareness about different issues affecting the Cherokee community.
WCU biologist: Quality of western North Carolina’s fall leaf season hinges on turn to normal weather pattern
If the warmer and wetter than normal conditions prevalent across western North Carolina over the summer continue into September, fall leaf colors in the mountains are likely to be muted, but a transition into a normal weather pattern would result in a brighter tapestry of hues across the region.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: A bitter pill to swallow
Nobody likes being quarantined; particularly if you are not sick.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Renew your thinking
“O LORD, you have examined my heart and know everything about me.
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.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Braves Kickoff Golf Classic registration forms
Download registration forms for the Braves Kickoff Golf Classic
ON THE SIDELINES: When eating becomes a sport
Those of you who know me personally, know that I am a true sports fanatic. I love all sports. I even get up early during the winter weekends to watch bobsledding and luge. So, it should come as no surprise that I thoroughly enjoy watching competitive eating.
ON THE SIDELINES: Let’s hear it for the southpaws
What do Larry Bird, Ty Cobb and a kangaroo all have in common? And, no, this isn’t a joke. They are all left-handed, southpaws to some.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Angelica “Angie” Conseen
Angelica “Angie” Conseen, 67, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2020.
OBITUARY: Donald (Donnie) Walker
Donald (Donnie) Walker, 67, of Bryson City, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021. A native of Swain County, he was the son of the late George William and Leois Evans Walker.
OBITUARY: Annette Faye (Owle) Fish
Annette Faye (Owle) Fish, 79, of the Cherokee Community, passed away unexpectedly following a period of declining health.
HAPPENINGS
2014 Summer Tribal Youth College Experience Program
The EBCI Tribal Higher Education/Training Program is gearing up for the 2014 Summer College Experience Program. Applications may be requested from the program staff at the onsite High School meetings or at the Education Office Located in the Ginger Lynn Welch...
Increase your awareness to prevent child sexual abuse training
The training is scheduled for Tuesday, March 18 from 5-7:30pm at the Yellowhill Activity Center. Hosted by the SAFE Babies Program, EBCI Public Health & Human Services and the Yellowhill Activity Center, the Stewards of Children program will increase knowledge,...
World Series of Poker returns to Cherokee
The World Series of Poker returns to Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort this April. Games are No Limit Hold-em, Omaha High-Low, and Pot Limit Omaha with three 1- or 2-day tournament events each day. Twelve event winners will take home a WSOP Circuit Event Ring....
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