NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Interior Dept. announces more appointees
The Department of the Interior announced key appointments on Friday, July 9 to the agency leadership team who will work to create jobs in the clean energy economy, steward America’s public lands and waters, and honor the nation-to-nation relationship with tribes.
Sylva woman sentenced for drug trafficking
District Attorney Ashley Hornsby Welch said a Sylva woman pleaded guilty on Thursday, July 8 in Jackson County Superior Court to two counts of trafficking in illegal drugs.
Tribal Council tables land purchase in Cherokee County
A land acquisition deal for a 142-acre property in Cherokee County was tabled for further discussion at the Thursday, July 8 Tribal Council session.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Cherokee residents on SCC president’s, dean’s lists
More than 160 students made the president’s list, and 134 others made the dean’s list for the fall semester at Southwestern Community College.
WCU to hold Open House for prospective students
Prospective college students will have a chance to learn what life on campus is all about as Western Carolina University holds Open House on Saturday, March 25.
CES students’ artwork to be displayed at WCU
A total of 26 Cherokee Elementary School students will have their artwork at display at the annual Youth Art Month Show at WCU’s Fine and Performing Arts Center.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Remembering the first day of our casino business – January 1994
On Jan. 25, 1994, twenty-five years ago… our Tribe opened for play our very first “fully compacted and legal” slot machines!
COMMENTARY: Covington Catholic incident displays major flaws in society
A viral YouTube video sparking outrage showed privileged private school kids taunting an elder native activist, Nathan Phillips, with one kid smirking in his face.
EDITORIAL: Step up to the plate
Next month, filing for tribally-elected seats will begin and end. The window for registering for the primary election is March 1 through March 15.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
GOLF: Wildcatt leads Lady Braves at Highlands
The Lady Braves golf team traveled to the 2,594 yard par-36 Highlands Country Club for a match against the Highlands Highlanders on Tuesday, Sept. 9. The six-lady team was led by Perri Wildcatt who shot a 56 and Blake Wachacha (60).
BRAVES WIN BATTLE OF THE NATIONS
The Cherokee Braves hoisted the Battle of the Nations trophy and broke their losing streak, which dated back to 2012, in one fell swoop on Friday, Sept. 5.
VOLLEYBALL: Lady Braves beat Highlands 3-1
The Lady Braves (2-2) evened their season record with a 3-1 home win over the Highlands Lady Highlanders at the Charles George Arena on Tuesday, Sept. 2. Cherokee lost the first game of the match, but came back strong to win the next three and take the match.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Joan “Mama Jo” Osborn – obituary
Joan “Mama Jo” Osborn, 80, of Sylva, passed away Friday morning, Oct. 25, 2019.
Kasey Lynn Maney – obituary
Kasey Lynn Maney, 20, of Franklin, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019 at her home. She is the daughter of Katina Ledford and Gary Maney.
Raymond Owle – obituary
Raymond Owle, 85, of Whittier, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019.
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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