NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Cherokee Indian Police Dept. receives AMBER Alert toolkit
Stakeholders from across North Carolina and beyond were present on Tuesday, March 22 to see the Cherokee Indian Police Department presented with an AMBER Alert toolkit.
Cherokee Central Schools dealing with major water damage
During renovation projects at Cherokee Central Schools (CCS), construction workers discovered a worrying sign – mold.
Police Chief offers update to Police Commission
The majority of the EBCI Police Commission’s last meeting was spent in discussion with Cherokee Indian Police Chief Josh Taylor.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
AROUND THE REZ: Eddie Swimmer is a great ambassador for Tribe
When you can hold the attention of an audience of children and have them sit in awe, you’ve accomplished something. Several months ago, Cherokee Central Schools held its annual pow wow in the Charles George Memorial Arena, and I witnessed such an event.
AROUND THE REZ: Lou Johnson embodies the idea of a giving spirit
With us being just a few days away from Christmas, the idea of a giving spirit is amplified this time of year.
Olympic champion visits Cherokee students
Students at Cherokee Central Schools had the pleasure of meeting and listening to the wisdom of an Olympic champion on Wednesday, Dec. 13.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Beloved Men, Women could be memorialized with statues
Last April, a resolution was passed by Tribal Council establishing a lobby wall in the Tribal Council House to display photographs of the Beloved Men and Women of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI).
COMMENTARY: Pandering, blackmail, intimidation, and yellow journalism
As with any election, tribal or otherwise, there are red flags to watch for when getting and digesting material to make a sound decision before connecting the arrow on your ballots.
COMMENTARY: Observations and random thoughts – PTSD and mental health….issue.
It seems like I’ve been away for a looonnng time, and I have, but not really. I’ve been dealing with a loss that jarred me to my core and made me come to grips with the fact that, no matter what you say, or do, you really can’t prepare yourself.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
BASKETBALL: Lady Braves roll over Highlands, improve to 4-0
The Lady Braves (4-0) remained unbeaten as they took it to the Highlands Lady Highlanders at home on Friday, Dec. 12.
BASKETBALL: Braves almost double Wildcats score in big win
Cherokee (2-0) came close to doubling the scoring output of their opponent during their first home game of the season on Tuesday, Dec. 9.
WRESTLING: King of the Mountain Tournament results
The Cherokee varsity wrestling team participated in the King of the Mountain Tournament in Georgia on Dec. 5-6.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Matthew Lee Littlejohn
Matthew Lee Littlejohn, 48, of Whittier, passed away Friday, May 15, 2020.
OBITUARY: Mary W. Youngbird
Mary W. Youngbird (Nan/Granny), 86, of the Birdtown Community, went home to her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, May 27.
OBITUARY: Tina Johnson Bowers
Tina Johnson Bowers, 50, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020 at her home in Cherokee after a hard but short battle with cancer.
HAPPENINGS
Big Y Cornhole League
The Big Y Cornhole League begins Tuesday, Dec. 10. Call 788-4879 or 497-6339 or show up at Big Y tomorrow evening by 6:30 pm. Entry team is $40 dollars per team. This league usually last five to six weeks. It will be held every Tuesday, weather permitting.
Christmas Craft Bazaar in Yellowhill
Dec. 12 and 13 from 9am – 4pm daily at the new Yellowhill Community Club facility (old hardware store on Acquoni Road). Vendor info - $10/day for a table, set-up is Thursday, Dec. 12 at 7:30am. Info: Reuben 497-2043
Zac Brown Band to play Harrah’s Cherokee
Zac Brown Band may have ten hit singles, two platinum-selling records and countless dedicated fans, but to hear its members talk they're just getting warmed up. That's right-after numerous nights in front of packed arenas and amphitheaters, things are just beginning...
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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