NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Upgrades coming along to Cherokee Cablevision infrastructure
BalsamWest took over operations of Cherokee Cablevision in December 2021 and has been working to upgrade the system. Those improvements are coming along, but there is still a lot of work to be done says Jason Maples, BalsamWest vice president of sales and marketing.
Other tribes join EBCI in opposition to Congressional route for federal recognition
Several other federally recognized tribes and tribal organizations have joined with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) to oppose groups seeking federal recognition as an Indian tribe through Congressional means.
Council to hold hearing regarding denied candidacy in 2019 election
Tribal Council will soon hold a hearing regarding a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) who was denied candidacy for tribal office.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Cherokee Elementary School 4th, 5th grade honor rolls
Cherokee Elementary School 4th, 5th grade honor rolls
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.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Totally committed, sort of
We are a Tribe of silos. Try as we might, we cannot seem to get out to the habit of stopping short if a project requires overlap in scopes of work.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: In the Garden of Gethsemane…
Isn’t it a bit ironic how the first Adam and his wife were betrayed, simply by Adam’s own silence, as Eve was being tempted?
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.
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: Frank William Haigler
Frank William Haigler, 96, passed away after a short respiratory illness, at Sutter Hospital in Roseville, Calif., on March 25, 2020.
OBITUARY: Frank William Haigler
Frank William Haigler, 96, passed away after a short respiratory illness, at Sutter Hospital in Roseville, Calif., on March 25, 2020.
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,...
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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