NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
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.
Cherokee Police Commission holds first meeting of 2021
The Cherokee Police Commission, of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) began Wednesday’s (Jan. 27) meeting by first introducing Kym Parker as the newest member.
State approves Catawba’s gaming compact for Kings Mountain facility
The Catawba Indian Nation, a federally recognized tribe based in South Carolina, is one step closer to their dream of a casino in Kings Mountain – just outside of Charlotte.
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
WCU’s Special Collections receives Cherokee language version of “Charlotte’s Web”
Special Collections at Western Carolina University’s Hunter Library recently received a gift of a Cherokee language version of E.B. White’s classic children’s book “Charlotte’s Web.”
Granny’s Kitchen, Bearmeat’s Indian Den named Cherokee Pride winners
Granny’s Kitchen has been awarded the Cherokee Pride Award for recognition of excellent customer service in the restaurant category, for businesses on the Qualla Boundary.
Download 2016 Cherokee pageant application
This application is for those running for Little Miss Cherokee, Junior Miss Cherokee or Teen Miss Cherokee.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: No word for goodbye
When my sister was diagnosed with cancer, we felt we had time. Time to…ensure our moments together were meaningful. It was a short six months.
LETTER: Healing and Wellness Coalition dissolving
The Healing and Wellness Coalition was started in 2002. It has been an unforgettable journey that we have traveled in the interest of healing and wellness among the Cherokee people as well as many of our friends and allies.
EDITORIAL – Taking it out on your pet
When we chose, as mankind, to domesticate animals, we took on responsibility. Domestic dogs have had the wild, the instinct for self-preservation, tamed out of them.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
WEIGHTLIFTING: Solis sets State, National Record
Damian Solis, an EBCI tribal member from the Big Cove community, set the new Iron Boy Powerlifting State and National record for the 275lb weight class with a deadlift of 600lbs at the IBP Tarheel State Powerlifting Championships in McAdenville on Saturday, April 12.
SOCCER: Swimmer gets second hat trick as Lady Braves win 3-2
It is rare when a soccer player gets a hat trick (three goals) in a match. It is almost unheard of for a player to do that twice in the same week. But, that’s exactly what Cherokee senior Taran Swimmer did this past week.
TRACK & FIELD: Sutton wins shot put championship
Cherokee senior Stevi Sutton is on a quest for a ring. Last year, she was the runner-up in the state shot put event with a throw of 34’ 11”. She shattered that mark and her personal best with a throw of 36’ 6” to win the shot put event at the Smoky Mountain Conference track and field championship held at Cherokee High School on Wednesday, April 23.
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
Author to discuss Cherokee War of 1776 at WCU
CULLOWHEE – Author, journalist and researcher Nadia Dean will visit Western Carolina University on Thursday, Nov. 14, to give a presentation focusing on the Cherokee War of 1776 and the legendary Cherokee war chief Dragging Canoe. Dean’s presentation will begin at 7...
Junaluska Wreath Laying Ceremony to be held
Everyone is welcome to attend the Annual Wreath Laying Ceremony at Junaluska Memorial Site and Museum on Friday, Nov. 8 at 11:30am. This is an annual event sponsored by the Junaluska Leadership Council and the Junaluska Museum, and Junaluska’s Friends. The Wreath...
Post 143 to host Veteran’s benefits officials
The American Legion Steve Youngdeer Post 143 will host North Carolina District Veterans Service Officer Steven Robertson and NC Department of Commerce Veterans Employment Consultant Michael Casey on Nov. 22 from 10am – 2pm at Post 143 headquarters on Acquoni Road. ...
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