NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
WCU maintains steady enrollment numbers for 2021 spring semester, adds graduate students
Amid the pandemic and a recession, total enrollment at Western Carolina University has dipped only slightly for the 2021 spring semester, while the number of graduate students enrolled moderately increased over previous years.
Cherokee Cinemas and More to open after a year-long shutdown
After being closed for a year due to COVID-19, Cherokee Cinemas and More is set to re-open its doors on Friday, March 19.
CCS to remain virtual until March
In a 5-to-1 vote this week, the Cherokee Central Schools (CCS) Board of Education chose to remain entirely virtual until at least Monday, March 15.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Mission Serve Program volunteers services to Tribe
For the past nine years, the Mission Serve Program has journied to Cherokee.
Welcome Center gearing up for the Cherokee Indian Fair Parade
The Cherokee Indian Fair is just around the corner. Preparations are already in full swing, and the theme selected for this year’s fair is “Living Cherokee Strong”.
Jones-Bowman Fellows go on weekend retreat
The current nine member cohort of Jones-Bowman Leadership Award Program Fellows, along with four Mentors and one Advisory Committee member, recently spent the weekend at the YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly in Black Mountain.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Wants sports gaming
Sports betting produces revenue in the billions each year.
EDITORIAL: Please don’t stand so close to me.
We are all wondering what happened to our world. On a planet that is more connected than ever before, we deal daily with the aftermath of actions taken because members of our society feel isolated, segregated, and alone. Isolation is a breeding ground for sociopathic behavior, addiction, and criminal activity.
Joshua “Josh” Littlejohn – obituary
Joshua “Josh” Littlejohn, age 39, passed away after an extended illness on Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018, with his loving family and friends by his side.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Cherokee Middle School athletes recognized
Cherokee Middle School honored its 2013-14 athletes during a program at the Chief Joyce Dugan Cultural Arts Center on Friday, May 23. Cance Carnes, CMS principal, commented, “I want to thank all of our coaches. They have done a tremendous job.”
Thompson, Mintz named CHS Athletes of the Year
Cherokee High School seniors Darius Thompson and Avery Mintz were named the Athletes of the Year at the annual Athletic Awards program held Friday, May 23 at the Chief Joyce Dugan Cultural Arts Center.
GOLF: Crowe signs letter of intent with Mars Hill
Cherokee High School held a signing ceremony for senior Tagan Crowe at the Charles George Arena on Wednesday, May 21. Crowe signed his letter of intent to continue his illustrious golf career as a Lion at the Mars Hill University.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Carolyn Klinefelter Hill – obituary
Carolyn Klinefelter Hill was received into the loving arms of her Lord on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019.
Ocean Zaelynn Crowe – obituary
Ocean Zaelynn Crowe, treasured daughter of Kaniah and Dodge, born Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2019, died peacefully in the arms of her parents after six beautiful and unforgettable hours.
Nancy Audena Smith – obituary
Nancy Audena Smith, 80, of Cherokee, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019, at the Cherokee Indian Hospital.
HAPPENINGS
Smoky Mountain Beekeepers Club meeting
Nov. 14 at the Southwestern Community College Swain Center Room 114. The State Bee inspector Jack Hanel will be the special presenter. All individuals interested in beekeeping are encouraged to attend. This will be an excellent opportunity to speak with other...
Big Cove Community Thanksgiving Dinner
Nov. 18 at 6pm. Church of the Nazarene. Bring a side dish. Ham and turkey will be provided.
Toys for Tots Turkey Shoot
Nov. 16 at 5pm at Jesse Welch’s residence in the Big Cove Community. This event is sponsored by Brothers in the Wind.
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