NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
NCHHS and CIHA launching EBCI Tribal Option program for Medicaid beneficiaries
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and the Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA) have entered into a contract to support the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) in addressing the health needs of American Indian/Alaskan Native Medicaid beneficiaries.
Wolftown mother, daughter discuss their bout with COVID-19
For one mother and daughter from the Wolftown Community, their bouts with COVID-19 were challenging.
Council passes public mask mandate
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) has seen a surge of COVID-19 cases in October, and Tribal Council has taken action passing a public mask mandate.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Native American Farming Council meeting set for Cherokee
The USDA Council for Native American Farming and Ranching (CNAFR) will host its regional meeting in Cherokee on April 4-5 at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort. The Council was established by Agriculture Secretary Vilsack to provide recommendations on ways to...
Summer Course on Cherokee History and Culture offered at Museum
The Museum of the Cherokee Indian will offer the Cherokee History and Culture Institute July 11-15.
Bill Taylor Scholarship deadline is June 1
Applications for the Bill Taylor Scholarship are now being accepted by the Eastern Band Community Foundation.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: It’s a brand New Year, hope it ain’t the same as the old year….
It’s a brand new year, 2018. I was thinking about a many things the other day and came to a realization. I wish I had some Minions.
EDITORIAL: Right to privacy and responsibility for transparency
The wife and I use an app (short for application-you know, those little do-dads on your phone that make life “interesting”) called Life360. It basically will pinpoint the location of my phone for her, and vice versa, any time of the day or night.
EDITORIAL: Standing your ground on the backs of your constituency
At midnight, Saturday morning, the U.S. Congress could not come together on a federal budget which has resulted in a “shutdown” of “non-essential” government services.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
TRACK: Cherokee at Murphy
Cherokee’s varsity track and field team traveled to Murphy for a meet on Wednesday, March 12.
Fishing report: What is line weight?
Last week, we talked about how to choose the right fly rod. The second part to that discussion is understanding what is meant by line weight of a fly rod. Line weight is commonly abbreviated by WT. By understanding how the fly fishing industry determines a line weight...
WRESTLING: Tribal members named to All-Conference team
Several EBCI tribal members have been named to the Big Smoky Mountain All-Conference wrestling team including: Levi Swearengin (Cherokee), Jaron Bradley (Cherokee), Nathan Craig (Robbinsville), Russell Bigmeat (Swain) and Spencer McCoy (Swain). Swearengin placed...
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Elsie Marie Watty – obituary
Elsie Marie Watty, 66, of the Big Cove Community in Cherokee, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2018 at the Cherokee Indian Hospital.
Charles Earl George – obituary
Charles Earl George, 55, of Whittier, passed away Friday, Dec. 21, 2018 at Harris Regional Hospital in Sylva.
Donna Eugeunia Arch
Donna Eugeunia Arch, 61, of Cherokee, passed away Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018 at the Cherokee Indian Hospital.
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...
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