NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Five Tsali Care residents positive for COVID-19
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. One Feather Staff A total of five residents of Tsali Care Center have tested positive for COVID-19 marking the first positive results to come out of the facility since the pandemic began last year. Tribal officials, in making the...
Council passes medical marijuana ordinance
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. One Feather Staff After six years of wrangling with the issue, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) is entering the world of medical cannabis (marijuana). Tribal Council passed an ordinance during the regular session on Thursday,...
CCS weighing COVID decisions before Fall start
By JONAH LOSSIAH One Feather Staff On Tuesday, Aug. 3 Cherokee Central Schools announced that they would be delaying the start of school from Aug. 9 to Aug. 16. The decision came after an increase in COVID-19 cases on the Qualla Boundary over the last few...
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Jacobs selected to AISES Board of Directors
The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) announced the appointment of six new members of its Board of Directors recently, as well as the full slate of board members for 2017-2020. Joining the AISES Board of Directors are Grace Bulltail, Kristina Halona, Shaun Tsabetsaye, Adrienne Laverdure, Barney Enos, and Alicia Jacobs.
Autumn leaves must fall, but not before being a WNC tourism draw
It’s September in the hills when Western Carolina University’s fall foliage forecaster Beverly Collins attempts to quantify the quality of the annual color show in Western North Carolina through a scientific-based prediction. And, Collins is anticipating a good display across the mountains this year.
Park staff and neighbors to celebrate Fall Harvest at the Mountain Farm Museum
The annual Mountain Life Festival at the Mountain Farm Museum in Great Smoky Mountains National Park is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 16.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Tribal member voices concern over DV practice of “first come, first served”
It is the ‘practice of First Come First Serve’ at the magistrate’s office, to file DVPO’s and 50-B’s which starts the process of the criminal side of this issue. The magistrates DVPO Ex Parte immediately grants temporary custody to the plaintiff.
COMMENTARY: Crying wolf
I’m a private attorney who defends those wrongly accused of domestic violence.
COMMENTARY: A cry heard
If you or someone you know is experiencing a violent relationship, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
BASKETBALL: Lady Braves beat Lady Bulldogs by 40 points
The Cherokee Lady Braves improved to 19-1 on the season with an impressive 40-point victory (65-25) over the Murphy Lady Bulldogs at home on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
Cherokee Central Schools honors One Feather Reporter
At the half time break of the Cherokee High School versus Murphy girls basketball game at home on Tuesday, Feb. 3, game announcer Shawn Crowe called for the entire school board and Cherokee One Feather reporter Scott McKie Brings Plenty to assemble at half court.
BASKETBALL: Braves top Murphy by 50 points to get 20th win
The Cherokee Braves (20-1) got their 20th win of the season in style as they bested Murphy by 50 points (101-51) at home on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Clarence A. Pilkington – obituary
Clarence A. Pilkington, 84, of Bryson City, went home to be with the Lord Monday, March 16, 2020.
John Andrew Ryan – obituary
John Andrew Ryan, 58, moved into his Heavenly mansion, Sunday, March 8, 2020.
Lucille Sequoyah Owens – obituary
Lucille Sequoyah Owens, 90, of Robbinsville, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 13, 2020 at Graham Healthcare and Rehabilitation.
HAPPENINGS
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance information
If your annual income is $58,000 or less, you are eligible to have your taxes done at no cost at the EBCI Extension Center located at 876 Acquoni Road. . Married filing jointly also has a $58,000 cap. They cannot do rental income (Sch E); Dividend and Investment...
Blood Drives in February
Feb. 14 from 8:30am – 4:30pm at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort. To schedule an appointment (800) 733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org and use keyword: Harrahs Feb. 19 from 10am – 2:30pm at Cherokee Indian Hospital. To schedule an appointment: Sally Penick...
Cherokee Speakers Gathering
Jan. 23 at 6pm in the KPEP Community Room. Potluck dinner will be held at 6pm with a dessert auction to follow. Please bring a side dish and/or a dessert to auction. This event will be held weather permitting.
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