NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
“Hallowed ground”: Burgess-Oocumma Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery dedicated
A small plot of land in the Wolftown Community will serve as the final resting place for Cherokee veterans for generations to come, and it will be guarded by the memory of two Cherokee heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country.
Interior Dept. takes steps to increase voter registration in Indigenous communities
The Department of the Interior announced on Thursday, March 24 that it is working with states to formally designate the Department-operated post-secondary Tribal institutions – Haskell Indian Nations University in Kansas and the Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI) in New Mexico – as voter registration agencies under the National Voter Registration Act.
Park trails remain closed due to Thomas Divide Complex Fire
Great Smoky Mountains National Park firefighters and multiple agencies are working together to extinguish the Thomas Divide Complex Fire east of Bryson City.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
VETERANS CORNER: Lt. Lewis H. Harding – United States Navy
Lt. Lewis H. Harding, an EBCI tribal member, enlisted June 1957 in the United States Navy Reserve, and he completed basic training at Bainbridge, Md. He was then assigned to the Naval Reserve Station located in St. Petersburg, Fla.
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.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: For the love of money
We are a prosperous nation. Whether you are referring to our tribal nation or the United States, we are blessed beyond measure.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: John offers reassurance
John uses “dear children” in a warm, fatherly way.
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).
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: William “Bill” Smith Jr.
On June 10, 2020, William “Bill” Smith Jr. decided he was ready to leave his earthly home and head off to his next adventure. He is preceded by his father, William Augustus Smith and his mother, Gertrude Smith.
OBITUARY: Deanna A. Beck
Deanna Allene Beck, 25, made her way to her Heavenly home on Sunday, June 7, 2020.
OBITUARY: Matthew Lee Littlejohn
Matthew Lee Littlejohn, 48, of Whittier, passed away Friday, May 15, 2020.
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...
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