NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Three COVID-19 positives attend gathering on Sam Reed Rd.
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) and Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority identified three (3) Qualla Boundary residents on Thursday, Oct. 15 who tested positive for COVID-19.
COVID update – Doctor Bunio addresses the “Surge”
Chris McCoy, director of EBCI Communications, interviews Dr. Richard A. Bunio, Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority executive clinical director, about current COVID-19 updates and news on Wednesday, Oct. 13.
Cherokee Indian Hospital getting rapid COVID-19 tests
In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19 within the EBCI (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians), the Cherokee Indian Hospital (CIH) will soon have rapid tests available.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Mountain Partners envisioning Nikwasi-Cowee Future
A group of residents from Franklin and Cherokee have been meeting for the last eight months to explore strategies to work together for economic development and historic preservation.
Hyatt bringing Smile Drive to South Dakota
Miss Native American USA Kristina Hyatt, an EBCI tribal member from the Big Cove community, is teaming up with America’s ToothFairy Team for the annual America’s ToothFairy Smile Drive.
Cherokee Middle School Honor Roll lists for 2nd quarter
Cherokee Middle School Honor Roll lists for 2nd quarter
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
LETTER: Tribal elder addresses safety concerns
Dear Editor, he cell tower. We have one overlooking Wagon Wheel Gap Road and what I wonder is why it has no light? There are planes. Maybe I’m jumping to conclusions. I think this needs to be remedied soon. There could be a major disaster if...
EDITORIAL: The people have spoken
Tribal midterm election day has come and gone.
EDITORIAL: September 11 and relevance of symbols
We are approaching another anniversary of a tragic event in America’s history.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
WRESTLING: EBCI well-represented at Regional Tournament
After snow delayed the start of the 1A Western Regional wrestling tournament to Saturday, Feb. 15, eight EBCI tribal members represented three area schools in the tournament held at the Robbinsville High School.
WRESTLING: McCoy wins Regional Championship
It wasn’t a matter of if, but when for Swain’s Spencer McCoy to qualify for the 1A Wrestling State Championships in Greensboro.
BASKETBALL: BRAVES WIN SHARE OF CONFERENCE TITLE
Darius Thompson, senior, hit a perfect jump shot from the top of the key with 1.2 seconds left to lift Cherokee over Robbinsville 74-72 and give the Braves (14-9, 10-2 in conference) a piece of the Big Smoky Mountain Conference title. The game, played at home on Saturday, Feb. 15, was a back-and-forth affair the entire way.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Julia Leigh Bushyhead – obituary
Julia Leigh Bushyhead (aka Juls, Judo, JuJu) of Alexandria, Va., died in her residence of cardiac arrest on Thursday, Nov. 1, 2018. Her light went out but her shine lingers on and sparks in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Edbert Wilson Walkingstick – obituary
Edbert Wilson Walkingstick, 60, of Cherokee, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018. He lived on the 3200 acre tract and retired as transportation coordinator at Dora Reed Headstart after 35 years of service.
Freida W. Panther – obituary
Freida W. Panther, 62, of Cherokee, passed away Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018.
HAPPENINGS
Cherokee Youth Council Halloween Dance Fundraiser flyer
Post 143 to host state officials
The Steve Youngdeer American Legion Post 143 will host North Carolina Veterans service officer Steven Robertson and North Carolina Department of Commerce veterans employment consultant Michael Casey on Oct. 24 from 10am – 2pm at Post Headquarters on Acquoni Road. ...
Auction at Alarka Fire Dept.
Oct. 12 at Alarka Fire Department at 3601 Alarka Rd in Bryson City. Food will be served at 4pm with the auction at 6pm. Info: Troy 736-4562
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
Call
(828) 359-6262
Address
801 Acquoni Road • Cherokee, NC 28719
Hours
Mon – Fri • 7:45am – 4:30pm