NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Post 143 hosts a Veteran’s Honoring Ceremony at Cherokee Indian Fair
Reuben Taylor, an elder of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) and a decorated World War II veteran, saluted as the colors of the EBCI and the United States of America were presented.
Cherokee man sentenced to 14 years for second degree murder in Indian Country
A Cherokee, N.C. man convicted of second degree murder was sentenced to 168 months in prison on Monday, Oct. 3, announced Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.
Valley River Casino announces $275 million expansion
Just one day after celebrating the seventh anniversary of the Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel, leaders broke ground on a $275 million expansion project that will evolve the property.
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
EBCI 4-H Program wins awards at Swain County Fair
The Swain County Fair was held on Saturday, Sept. 22 at Inspiration Park in Bryson City.
“We’re Still Here”: Cherokee Chamber Singers to perform with N.C. Symphony
In a remarkable collaboration, the Cherokee Chamber Singers will perform seven shows with the North Carolina Symphony in October and will bring a very important message with them.
Cherokee-inspired sculpture unveiled
The Cherokee language and syllabary were the inspiration for a new iron sculpture unveiled the afternoon of Friday, Sept. 21 on the campus of Western Carolina University.
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
BASKETBALL: Camp to benefit Tahnee Arkansas Memorial Children’s Fund
Children will get to learn the basics of basketball at a camp this summer named in memory of a former Lady Brave.
ON THE SIDELINES: Be more like Wally and the Beaver
Lately, I’ve been watching a lot of the classic American television show Leave it to Beaver. One thing I’ve noticed is that Wally and the Beaver are always doing something involving exercise.
TRACK: Cherokee hosts rainy-day meet
The Cherokee varsity track team hosted a meet in the rain on Wednesday, April 15. The Braves took second place out of five teams with a score of 50.5, and the Lady Braves took second place out of three teams with a score of 39.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
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.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Using Jesus’ authority, all people can trump our enemy’s power
“I saw satan fall from heaven like lightning!” Jesus had shared with his 72 new disciples in their enthusiasm in having helped others overcome demonic influences.
HAPPENINGS
Artist-to-Entrepreneur training
Feb. 20 from 5-7pm in the Sequoyah Fund Conference Room. Sequoyah Fund presents the “Artist-to-Entrepreneur” series. This on-going program will assist artists as they translate their passion and art into a profitable business. The Appalachian Women Entrepreneurs (AWE)...
Essential Oils Workshop
Feb. 17 from 6:30-7:30pm at Sassy Sunflowers Bakery & Café. Many of us do not understand what essential oils are of how they can benefit our homes and families. This is your chance to learn about these oils and how they can enhance your life. There will be a...
Arneachs to lecture at Sequoyah Birthplace
Feb. 16 from 1-5pm at the Sequoyah Birthplace Museum in Vonore, Tenn. The event will feature Lloyd Arneach Sr. and his daughter, Dawn Arneach, both EBCI tribal members from the Yellowhill Community. Mr. Arneach will share stories starting at 2pm, and Dawn will help...
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