NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Cultural District plans in the works at Nikwasi Mound
The Nikwasi Initiative has the deed to the Nikwasi (sometimes called Noquisiyi) Mound in the town of Franklin and serves as the mound’s current caretakers. They are hoping to expand educational opportunities at the site with their new Noquisiyi Cultural District site plan.
Interior Dept. seeks nominations for Committee on Reconciliation in Place Names
The Department of the Interior announced recently that it is seeking nominations for members of the new Advisory Committee on Reconciliation in Place Names. The committee will identify geographic names and federal land unit names that are considered derogatory and solicit proposals on replacement names.
Wolftown Airnasium opens
The Wolftown Community’s biggest gift this past December certainly couldn’t fit under the tree.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Cherokee Water employees visit Denmark factory
In an effort to better understand their product, EBCI Water & Sewer employees toured a factory in Denmark last month.
Tooni nominated for NAMMY Flutist of the Year
Matt Tooni, an EBCI tribal member, has been nominated for a Native American Music Award (NAMMY).
Jacobs selected to AISES Board of Directors
The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) announced the appointment of six new members of its Board of Directors recently, as well as the full slate of board members for 2017-2020. Joining the AISES Board of Directors are Grace Bulltail, Kristina Halona, Shaun Tsabetsaye, Adrienne Laverdure, Barney Enos, and Alicia Jacobs.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Tribal member voices concern over DV practice of “first come, first served”
It is the ‘practice of First Come First Serve’ at the magistrate’s office, to file DVPO’s and 50-B’s which starts the process of the criminal side of this issue. The magistrates DVPO Ex Parte immediately grants temporary custody to the plaintiff.
COMMENTARY: Crying wolf
I’m a private attorney who defends those wrongly accused of domestic violence.
COMMENTARY: A cry heard
If you or someone you know is experiencing a violent relationship, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
GOLF: Two Lady Braves compete at State
The Lady Braves Golf team made school history at Cherokee High School by sending two members to the NCHSAA State Finals on Oct. 27 and 28.
CROSS COUNTRY: Toineeta qualifies for state meet
Kendall Toineeta, a senior member of the Cherokee High School girls cross country team, placed 14th at the 1A West Regional meet at Asheville Christian Academy on Saturday, Oct. 25 and qualified for the state meet.
FOOTBALL: Johnson nets 188 yards receiving in Braves loss
Dustin Johnson, Braves wide receiver, had a massive game at Rosman on Friday, Oct. 24 as he caught 9 passes for 188 yards and 2 TDs.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Michael Brian Terrell
Beloved husband, father, brother and son; Michael Brian Terrell, 42, a native of Swain County, made his heavenly journey home on April 17, 2020.
OBITUARY: Rebecca Owl Boyum
Rebecca Owl Boyum passed away peacefully on April 6, 2020 following a brief illness.
OBITUARY: Joan Hope Nichols Edmonds
Joan Hope Nichols Edmonds passed away on April 15, 2020 in her home. She ended her nine-year battle with pancreatic cancer. Joan was born in Tenino, Wash. on Feb. 24, 1939.
HAPPENINGS
EMT Basic Class starting in January
Jan. 7-May 1at the Cherokee Tribal EMS Building. The classes will be two days a week (to be determined) and every other Saturday from 6-9:30pm. Info: Jason Clark 554-6454 or 554-6452 to get registered.
New Year’s Eve services at Zion Hill Baptist
Dec. 31. Zion Hill Baptist Church from 7pm to midnight. Everyone welcome, especially singers. Pastor: Michael Rattler. Info: Nan Brown (828) 479-6629
Sherman Taylor Family Reunion Christmas Dinner
Dec. 15 at 2pmat the Tsali Manor dining area. Potluck, bring your favorite dish. Info: Bessie Welch 497-0208
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