NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Former Mandara Spa massage therapist pleas to sexually assaulting two clients
Former massage therapist Anthony Brian Robinson, who worked at Mandara Spa in Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort, entered Alford pleas to sexually assaulting two clients, District Attorney Ashley Hornsby Welch said.
Park closes Backcountry Campsite 29 due to bear incident
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials closed Backcountry Campsite 29 in the Cosby section of the park due to a bear incident occurring at approximately 12:30 a.m. on Friday, June 18.
NMAI, Peruvian government sign MOU to return “Echenique Disc”
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian and the Peruvian government signed a memorandum of understanding to facilitate the return to Peru, for the benefit of the citizens of Peru and particularly the Indigenous communities of Peru, of the “Echenique Disc,” a pre-Inka gold ornament recognized as the symbol of the city of Cusco.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Fair food vendors selected, menus approved
In preparation for the 105th Cherokee Indian Fair, Frieda Huskey, Fairgrounds and Special Events supervisor, and Lisa Frady, Events and Group Tour coordinator held a drawing on Tuesday, June 20 for the vendors who will be serving food at the Fair.
Harrah’s Cherokee announces leadership promotions
Harrah’s Cherokee Casino announced two promotions within its regional leadership team on Thursday, June 22.
Qualla Boiz making decals with Cherokee in mind
Qualla Boiz, a business owned by three EBCI tribal members, is specializing in decals with Cherokee designs.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Allison deserves a memorial as well
On April 14, it will have been four years since my son, Brad Allison, was killed in the line of duty in service to his community while employed by the Cherokee Department of Transportation.
COMMENTARY: Let’s use this election to get a fresh start
Our Tribe went through a very trying time a couple years ago, but I do believe, in my heart, that someday we will come back together and support each other and lift each other up.
EDITORIAL: Back to nature
Because we live here and are around it all the time, we take the natural beauty and untouched wilderness for granted.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
ON THE SIDELINES: Western North Carolina overlooked by All-American selections
Several weeks ago, the McDonalds All-American Game nominations were announced, and not one player from western North Carolina made the list.
BASKETBALL: Toineeta sets all-time scoring record as Lady Braves win 15th
Kendall Toineeta, Lady Braves senior point guard, dribbled to the right past a defender and drilled a short shot from around three feet from the basket – something she’s done literally hundreds of times in her career.
BASKETBALL: Braves triple Bobcats’ score in big home win
The Cherokee Braves (16-0) remained unbeaten with a huge 65-21 win over the Blue Ridge Bobcats at home on Tuesday, Jan. 20.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Herman Luke Crowe – obituary
Herman Luke Crowe, the one-month-old son of Joel Daniel “JD” Crowe and Maritsa Stefani Wachacha, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019 at 10:16 a.m. after being rushed to the Cherokee Indian Hospital.
Tashina Shaylee Welch Miller – obituary
Tashina Shaylee Welch Miller, 23, of Robbinsville, passed away Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019 at Duke University Hospital.
Michael (Mikey) Owle – obituary
Michael (Mikey) Owle, 44, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019.
HAPPENINGS
Dolly Parton to play Harrah’s Cherokee for the first time
An internationally renowned superstar, the iconic and irrepressible Parton has contributed countless treasures to the world of music entertainment, penning classic songs such as "Jolene," "Coat of Many Colors," and her mega-hit "I Will Always Love You." With 1977's...
EBCI Energy Tip of the Week (week of Jan. 23)
Indianpreneurship sessions
Mondays from Feb. 24 – March 24 from 6-9pm in the Sequoyah Fund conference room. This is a prerequisite for anyone who has never been in business and is interested in a Sequoyah Fund loan. The class is $60 and covers the cost of the book. You must attend all...
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