NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Slide results in temporary closure of Newfound Gap Road
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced on the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 25 that Newfound Gap Road is closed until further notice due to a rockslide that occurred near mile-marker 13 around 9 p.m., Tuesday Aug. 14.
Tribal Finance offers new platform for Minors Trust Fund
If you or your child participate in the EBCI Minors Trust Fund, you may now view the progress of your account online.
One arrested during Old #4 search warrant
On Monday, Aug. 23, CIPD (Cherokee Indian Police Dept.) Officers served a search warrant at 3372 Old Number Four Road.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Big Y Community wins big at WNC Honors
A celebration of the work of 64 rural communities in the western North Carolina mountains took place on Saturday, Nov. 12 at the 67th WNC Honors Awards Program.
CHS Life Skills students win art awards
Seven students in the Life Skills classroom at Cherokee High School have recently displayed their artwork at two area fairs. Nathan Gaddis, Jimmy Welch, Destyni Johnson, Daniel Tramper, Dustin Pheasant, Gabby Mejorado, and Andy Watty entered arts and crafts...
Have a healthy holiday
It’s time to start planning healthy meals to celebrate the holidays! We all know that the holidays can lead to extra caloric intake, but what if we could have the same or similar meals without the typical holiday weight gain?
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Elections and their operations due for upgrades
With what has happened with this year’s midterms, in Florida, in North Dakota, in Georgia, where issues of voter suppression, provisional ballots, recounts and the potential for runoffs, it should be that local elections are conducted in ways to instill faith in our democracy.
EDITORIAL: A crisis of credibility
Without a press free from political influence, governmental transparency is hindered, and the people must rely on sources for information regarding their leadership that will be, many times, suspect or biased.
COMMENTARY: Don’t drink the Kool-Aid….issue
Finally, the elections are over, the regular commercials are back on TV including those ads for meds that have so many side effects that you’ll need more meds for the side effects. At last, there is peace in the land.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Fishing Report: Warmer temperatures mean better fishing
The fishing all across the mountains is incredible this time of year. Warmer temperatures are gaining ground over winter’s long cold grasp. The almost Summer like highs have brought fish into feeding frenzies all across the region and with it, plenty of anglers...
Brackets for the NAYO Tournament
Brackets for the NAYO Tournament
SOCCER: Swimmer lifts Cherokee over Haywood Christian
Senior forward Taran Swimmer scored on two penalty kicks to lead the Lady Braves to a 2-0 win over Haywood Christian at home on Thursday, April 10. She scored the first one with 9:52 left in the first half and the second with 4:12 left in the match.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Jonathan L. French – obituary
Mr. Jonathan L. French was born on April 21, 1964, in Washington, DC, and passed away on Sept. 16, 2019.
Roberta L. Murphy-Waldroup (Granny Bert) – obituary
Roberta L. Murphy-Waldroup (Granny Bert), 78, of Cherokee, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019.
Jr. Jenkins – obituary
Jr. Jenkins, 67, of Swain County, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2019.
HAPPENINGS
The Haunted House Massacre
Oct. 31 at 7pm at the old Soco Community Building located below Happy Holiday Campground. Scary fun for all ages. Treat bags will be provided for the kids. This is free to everyone and is being presented by CTM-Builders. Info: (828) 269-6570 or...
EBCI 4-H Archery Club info
EBCI 4-H Archery meets every other Tuesday from 5:30-7pm. Beginners to advanced, ages 5-17. Must have a responsible adult present and turn in a notarized 4-H application. Info: Sarah McClellan-Welch 554-6935
Healing and Wellness Coalition offering educational DVSs
The Cherokee Healing and Wellness Coalition has sponsored various conferences and events since its inception in 2002. Over the years, the group has developed a series of educational DVDs including: 2006 “Creating a Peaceful Spirit: A Journey to Healing” conference...
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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