NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Swimmer sentenced to 365 months in prison for second degree murder
A Cherokee, N.C. man convicted of second degree murder by a federal jury was sentenced to 365 months in prison on Thursday, March 3, announced Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. Shane McKinley Swimmer, 22. was also ordered to serve eight years of supervised release after he completes his prison term.
Public defender and victims’ rights ordinances passed in Council
Thursday morning (March 3) EBCI Tribal Council passed Ordinances 139 and 143, two items that look to reshape the experience in the tribal justice system.
Cherokee receives first electric school bus in North Carolina
Thanks to efforts by the Cherokee Boys Club (CBC) and EBCI Air Quality Program, North Carolina’s first fully electric school bus has arrived in Cherokee.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Miss Cherokee thanks supporters
Siyo, on Oct. 3, I was crowned Miss Cherokee 2017-2018.
Four EBCI elders honored on Ned Long Day
Started in 1999 to honor the late esteemed leader from the Snowbird Community, the 18th Annual Ned Long Day celebration was held at the Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds on Wednesday, Oct. 25.
Cherokee Chamber Singers are Carnegie Hall-bound
Since 1891, thousands of the world’s best singers and musicians have performed at famed Carnegie Hall in New York City. Next spring, 26 members of the Cherokee (Central Schools) Chamber Singers will join those ranks.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: It takes a village and a dedicated staff
The debate series is very much like a job interview. It must be taken in-context of all the information that is available about a candidate.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Inheritance – Who has the good, perfect answers?
“Then James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came to him and said, ‘Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask.’
COMMENTARY: Apparent transparency
The issues come when you ask for information, and you are met with indifference and silence.
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: Dorothy Lucille Driver West
Dorothy Lucille Driver West, 73, of the Big Cove Community of Cherokee, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2020. The daughter of the late Spencer and Lucy Driver, she is preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy West; her son, Will West; and her brothers, Eric,...
OBITUARY: Dorothy Lucille Driver West
Dorothy Lucille Driver West, 73, of the Big Cove Community of Cherokee, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2020. The daughter of the late Spencer and Lucy Driver, she is preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy West; her son, Will West; and her brothers, Eric,...
OBITUARY: Pamela Dawn Taylor “ Mama Cooter”
Pamela Dawn Taylor, Cherokee’s Mama Cooter, 58, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 15, 2020.
HAPPENINGS
Big Y Community Building rental information
If you are wanting to reserve or rent the Big Y Community Building for a birthday or family event, please contact Trudy or Bunsey Crowe 497-6339. The rental fee of $35 plus a deposit of $25 will be due up front at the time of event. The deposit of $25 will be...
Big Y Community Thanksgiving Dinner
Nov. 28 at 12noon at the Big Y Community Building. Turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes and dressing will be provided. Bring a covered dish. If bringing a dish, plan to arrive a little early as the table will be being set.
Health & Medical Program to temporarily change locations
The Beloved Women’s and Children’s Center will be closed Dec. 2 – 4. EBCI Health & Medical Division Programs housed in the center will be temporarily located to the following locations: WIC Relocated to the Health and Medical Administration Building located at 43...
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