NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Planning Board holds monthly meeting, discusses Fair location, Qualla Boundary entry signage
The Planning Board of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) met on the afternoon of Monday, Oct. 19. EBCI Project Management Grants and Planning Coordinator Kim Deas led roll call.
Adding resources: Ribbon-cutting held for additions to Big Cove Fire Station
A ribbon was cut and a fire hose was uncoupled to officially open the new additions to the Big Cove Fire Station in Kolanvyi (Big Cove) on the beautiful afternoon of Thursday, Oct. 22.
Ordinances submitted during Annual Council deal with bear hunting, hemp stores, and more
Several ordinances have been submitted, deemed read and tabled, during this year’s Annual Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) session dealing with topics from bear hunting to hemp stores. Each ordinance has to set for at least 25 days from the day it was introduced before being acted upon.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
State Archives Program to explore Cherokee experiences during the American Revolution
The State Archives of North Carolina, a division of the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, will host a virtual program Wednesday, Nov. 4 exploring the complex history of the American Revolution in the Cherokee homeland and the challenges of commemorating the conflict in western North Carolina.
Patsy & Henry Lambert Legacy Fund established to support Cherokee families and community needs
Patrick and Cyndi Lambert have established the Patsy & Henry Lambert Legacy Fund through the Community Foundation of western North Carolina. The permanent charitable endowment will support Cherokee families and community needs for generations.
Cherokee Youth Council hosts sites tour
12 members of the Cherokee Youth Council (CYC) hosted a sites tour and cleanup for various leaders in the Cherokee community on Saturday, Oct. 17. During the tour, CYC members shared historical information, traditional stories and practices, maps, and pictures.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Slow down and choose wisely
In a world where the only things needed to publish an article, or what passes for an article, are a smartphone and a social media account, it is no wonder that many of us sit at home dazed and confused. Everyone publishes, and everyone purports truth.
EDITORIAL: The One Feather stance on the use of AI
On June 18, the Cherokee One Feather Editorial Board adopted the policy of not using artificial intelligence in any of our work products. That means that, as a media outlet, we are choosing not to incorporate writing, photos, videos, or graphics that have been altered in any way by “thinking” computer programs
THE GOOD STUFF: The race seen around the world
Those of us who were lucky enough to attend the 114th Cherokee Indian Fair Baby Crawling contest on the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 6 witnessed an epic race.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
FOOTBALL: Murphy 44 Cherokee 23
The Tsalagi Anitsvyasdi (Cherokee Braves) traveled to the Murphy Bulldogs on the evening of Friday, Sept. 25. FINAL SCORE: Murphy 44 Cherokee 23.
FOOTBALL: Cherokee wins SMC conference-opener
The Tsalagi Anitsvyasdi (Cherokee Braves) traveled to the Rosman Tigers in Rosman, N.C. on the evening of Tsungilosdi (Friday), Duliisdi (Sept.) 18 and came away with a 42-14 win in their Smoky Mountain Conference opener.
10th Annual Cherokee Skate Jam largest yet
Wheels were thundering across the concrete as the 10th Annual Cherokee Skate Jam was held at the Ayvdagwalosgiyi (Thunder Place) in Elawodi (Yellowhill) in Cherokee, N.C., on Unadodaquidena (Saturday), Duliisdi (Sept.) 12.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Vincent Lee Sneed
Vincent Lee Sneed, 59, of Cherokee, N.C., passed away on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. He will be remembered by his family as a man whose life was marked by resilience, perseverance, and the ability to overcome challenges that many could never imagine.
OBITUARY: Jeffrey Lee Smith
Jeffrey Lee Smith, a cherished member of the Swain County community, passed away on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, while serving and protecting those he loved.
OBITUARY: Jasper “Coon” Wolfe
Jasper “Coon” Wolfe, 74, of the Big Cove Community, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026.
HAPPENINGS
Food truck rodeo coming to Harrah’s Cherokee
Three Cherokee-owned food trucks will be setting up at The Cherokee Convention Center this Friday, Feb. 4 and Saturday, Feb. 5 to serve any and all who want an Indian dinner or Cherokee fare.
May classes at Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education
The Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education, managed by the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, has released the May class schedule. The workshops will be hosted outside and led by Wildlife Commission staff. The Center’s COVID-19 policies are stated on their...
Mountain Heritage Day planning for return to WCU campus this fall
Mountain Heritage Day, the festival of cultural traditions presented by Western Carolina University, is again being planned as a live, in-person event on Saturday, Sept. 25.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Shea Vassar’s “Julie Takes A Walk” highlights the humor in everyday Native life
Shea Vassar, a Cherokee Nation citizen from Norman, Okla., is bringing a new perspective to comedy with “Julie Takes A Walk,” a short romantic comedy that she co-directed, wrote, and helped produce. This film displays the humor of everyday life and brings attention to modern Native life and queer Native people in small towns.
The Way We See The World returns for its fifth year
The Way We See The World, presented by the Museum of the Cherokee People, is back for its fifth year and will be held on Friday, Aug. 7 in the Council Fire Ballroom at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Mariah Hill’s broad creativity extends from Fair themes to paintings
Mariah Hill is a talented artist with an eye for color and a mind rooted in traditional Cherokee teachings. For the past two years, her entry has been selected as the theme for the annual Cherokee Indian Fair hosted by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI).
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