NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Construction at CCS nearing next milestone
Cherokee Central Schools (CCS) is just a few months away from stage two of a serious makeover of its campus.
Same-sex marriage ordinance dies in Council before consideration
An ordinance, submitted by Tamara Thompson, that sought to amend Cherokee Code Chapter 50 Article I (Marriage) that would recognize same-sex within the tribal jurisdiction of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), died on the floor without being deemed read and tabled and with no action being taken.
Unofficial Results for the 2021 EBCI Primary Election
Following are the unofficial results, as per the EBCI Board of Elections, for the 2021 Primary Election for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (names in bold advance to the General Election):
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
WCU to hold Open House for prospective students
Prospective college students will have a chance to learn what life on campus is all about as Western Carolina University holds Open House on Saturday, March 25.
CES students’ artwork to be displayed at WCU
A total of 26 Cherokee Elementary School students will have their artwork at display at the annual Youth Art Month Show at WCU’s Fine and Performing Arts Center.
Long brings NoDAPL message to life in photos
Madison Hye Long looks at things differently than most people. She has the eye of a photographer, and sees the world through her lens.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Covington Catholic incident displays major flaws in society
A viral YouTube video sparking outrage showed privileged private school kids taunting an elder native activist, Nathan Phillips, with one kid smirking in his face.
EDITORIAL: Step up to the plate
Next month, filing for tribally-elected seats will begin and end. The window for registering for the primary election is March 1 through March 15.
COMMENTARY: President Trump is the worst president in the history of the United States
President Donald Trump is the worst president this country has ever seen. His antics make Gerald Ford look non-clumsy and well put-together.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
GOLF: Two Lady Braves qualify for state
Cherokee’s Peri Wildcatt and Bree Stamper have qualified for the 1A Women’s Golf State Championship scheduled for Monday, Oct. 27 at Foxfire Resort and Golf Club in Foxfire Village.
FOOTBALL: Braves fight hard in loss to Swain
The Braves (3-5) fought hard on both sides of the football in their 17-7 loss to Swain on Friday, Oct. 17 at Ray Kinsland Stadium.
Legends and Tales 5K draws runners from four states
The Cherokee Runners hosted a special 5K on Saturday, Oct. 11. The inaugural Legends and Tales 5K drew local runners – including the Cherokee High School cross country teams – as well as visitors from South Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Glenn Crisp – obituary
Glenn Crisp, 66, of Cherokee, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
Philip Duke Smith – obituary
Philip Duke Smith, 55, of Cherokee, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019 at the Cherokee Indian Hospital surrounded by his loving family following a long battle with illness.
Jonas Feather – obituary
Jonas Feather, 36, of Cherokee, passed away unexpectedly at his residence in Asheville on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2019. Jonas was born in Cherokee; however, he had made Asheville his residence for the last eight years.
HAPPENINGS
Start Smart Soccer flyer
Soccer TEAM play sign-ups
Jan. 6 and 7 from 8am – 8pm at the Birdtown Gym. Ages for youth soccer are 5-12. For registration, parents will need to bring a copy of the child’s current sports physical and EBCI enrollment card or birth certificate if the child is not a tribal member. Info:...
Start Smart Soccer sign-ups
The Recreation Dept. is now taking sign-ups for Start Smart Soccer which will be held Sunday, Jan. 5 through Sunday, Feb. 9. Start Smart soccer will introduce children, ages 3-7, to the sport of soccer in a fun, non-threatening environment focusing on fundamental...
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