NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
EBCI selects Remember the Removal Riders for 2022 journey
Seven members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) have been selected to participate in the 2022 Remember the Removal Ride which will retrace the northern route of the Trail of Tears from New Echota, Ga. to Tahlequah, Okla. Justin Lambert, Bubba Aguilera, Emra Arkansas, Laura Blythe, Levi West, Ethan Ledford, and former EBCI Vice Chief Larry Blythe will represent the EBCI during the ride in June.
BalsamWest chosen to operate Cherokee Cablevision; ending data overage fees
Cherokee Cablevision is now under new operating management, and it’s making strides to improve services to customers.
Graham Co. Sherriff’s deputy cleared in fatal shooting
A Graham County sheriff’s deputy who fatally shot a Tennessee man on June 20 has been cleared of any wrongdoing, District Attorney Ashley Hornsby Welch said on Thursday, Dec 2.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Park to celebrate National Volunteer Week
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is hosting a volunteer work day at the Mountain Farm Museum on Tuesday, April 25.
Frankiewicz to vie for Miss Indian World
Karyl Frankiewicz, an EBCI tribal member, will compete for the title of Miss Indian World in Albuquerque, NM on April 25-29.
Goshorn to participate in prestigious Italian exhibit
The 57th La Biennale di Venezia (aka Venice Biennale), a world-renowned art exhibition, will include several American Indian artists this year.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Physical attacks on media never acceptable
One of the United States’ founding fathers, Thomas Jefferson wasn’t always a fan of the media.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Answers come in many ways
Answers may come to a seeker in so many ways.
EDITORIAL: That’s your opinion
We don’t always agree. You may say tomato or potato differently than I do. It’s ok.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Mother’s Day 5K rainy, successful
Rain, rain, go away, come again another day. Well, it didn’t go away, but that didn’t stop almost 135 people, including 91 runners, who braved the pouring rain to participate in the annual Cherokee Choices Mother’s Day 5K on Saturday, May 10 at the Acquoni Expo Center.
GOLF: Braves season ends at Regional
On an unusual cool and windy day, the American Flag towering high over the Linville Golf Club clubhouse thrashed violently in the wind as members of the Cherokee Braves golf team approached the first tee. The practice round from a day prior confirmed the challenge these young men would face on the sloping fairways and crowned greens, reminiscent of the famous Pinehurst #2 course.
Qualla Boundary participates in Special Olympics Spring Games
The cloudy skies didn’t dampen one smile or spirit at the annual Special Olympics of North Carolina Far West Spring Games. Over 250 athletes participated in the event held Friday, May 9 at Macon Middle School.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Joyce Smoker Gregory – obituary
Joyce Smoker Gregory, 57, of the Snowbird Community, went home to be with the Lord Monday, Dec. 11, 2019.
Wayne McMillan – obituary
Wayne McMillan, 73, of Whittier went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2019 at his residence. A native of Swain County and proud member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, he was the son of the late Clifford and Mary Brady McMillan. He was a...
Natasha Rashae Pheasant – obituary
Natasha Rashae Pheasant, 23, of Swain County went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019.
HAPPENINGS
Christmas Store taking applications starting Nov. 4
Family Support Services will begin accepting applications for the Christmas Store on Nov. 4. Info: Leslie Lossiah 497-6092
EBCI Energy Tip of the Week (week of 10-31)
2013 Christmas Bazaar
Dec. 5-6. Fairgrounds Bldg. Info: Jan 497-2037
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