NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Hiwassee Dam firefighters welcome new station
After 27 years and a few too many cramped meetings, the Hiwassee Dam Volunteer Fire Department opened the doors to a new facility in Cherokee County over the weekend.
Franklin man sentenced for helping rob and beat another man
A Franklin man will spend at least 118 months and up to 128 months in prison after admitting in court to helping rob and beat another man.
Florida man sentenced in Macon Co. for evading in a stolen vehicle
A man who sped in a stolen vehicle through Franklin last year in a botched attempt to evade law enforcement will spend 51 to 74 months in the N.C. Division of Adult Correction, District Attorney Ashley Hornsby Welch said.
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Blackfox translates EPA Activity Book into Cherokee language
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established the Lorax Activity Book project to implement the “Making a Visible Difference in Communities Across the Country” initiative.
Park plans 420-Acre Prescribed Burn in Cades Cove
Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Appalachian Piedmont Zone fire management staff plan to burn approximately 420 acres of fields east of Hyatt Lane in Cades Cove.
WCU professor receives Cherokee honor for preservation of culture, interpretive work
Brett Riggs, Sequoyah Distinguished Professor of Cherokee Studies at Western Carolina University, has received the 2016 Cherokee National Worcester Award for his efforts to preserve Cherokee culture.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
LGBTQ group hopes to make a difference for acceptance
For many years among the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, being gay, lesbian or transgender was something that was either hidden or something that wasn’t discussed. There was a stigma attached to it, and many just don’t want to discuss it. One organization on the Boundary hopes to change that.
COMMENTARY: Janna Girty should be praised for bravery
While covering the Junior Miss Cherokee pageant during the 106th Cherokee Indian Fair, I witnessed a young lady display exemplary bravery and conquer a fear millions like her, including myself, have – public speaking due to stuttering.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Photo ID shouldn’t be required to vote
There’s an amendment on your ballot (North Carolina state election) that would require everyone to have a photo ID in order to vote. Sound like a good idea? It’s not. If you vote for this, you’re buying “a pig in a poke.”
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Fishing Report: Observe proper stream etiquette
As Spring fast approaches, so will angling pressure on our favorite streams, rivers and lakes. This brings us to the age old burning discussion of stream etiquette. Fishing doesn’t need another rule, lord knows we have plenty to deal with, however with more people...
BASKETBALL: Feather named to All-State team
EBCI tribal member Meona Feather, a freshman at Rabun Gap – Nacoochee School, has been named to the North Carolina Independent Schools Athletic Association (NCISAA) 3-A All-State team. On the season, she averaged 14.3pts, 3.9 assists, 1.5 steals and 3.8 rebounds per...
BASKETBALL: Braves, Lady Braves in action in 2nd Round of Playoffs
The Braves (16-10) will face #2 seed Avery County (23-4) in the second round of the 1A state playoffs on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 6pm. The game will be played at Avery located at 401 High School Road, Newland, NC 28657. The Braves narrowly lost to Avery County 55-53...
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Josephine K. Calhoun – obituary
Josephine K. Calhoun, 68, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Wednesday, Aug. 7 and was a life-long resident of Cherokee.
Coleman Wayne “Buddha” Terrell – obituary
Coleman Wayne “Buddha” Terrell, 36, a native of Swain County, answered his Master’s call on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 after many medical issues.
Malyn “Kelcy” Crowe – obituary
Malyn “Kelcy” Crowe, 26, went to be with the Lord on July 24, 2019, following a tragic accident.
HAPPENINGS
New Enrollees of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians as of Sept. 30, 2013
New EBCI Enrollees April - September 2013 This is a listing of new enrollee’s of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians who were officially enrolled between April 1, 2013 and Sept. 30, 2013 who, UNLESS OTHERWISE PROHIBITED BY TRIBAL LAW, are eligible to receive a per...
Deceased Members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians between April 1, 2013 – Sept. 30, 2013
Deceased EBCI members April - September 2013 This is a list of deceased members of the Tribe whose estate is entitled to a pro rata share of the deceased member’s per capita distribution of net gaming revenues for the period April 1, 2013 – Sept. 30, 2013 pursuant to...
Brother John Flute preaching
Oct. 6 at 10am and 6pm and nightly at 7pm through Oct. 13 at Waterfalls Baptist Church. Flute is a Cherokee Nation citizen from Stillwell, Okla. There will be a special singing each night and everyone is invited and welcome.
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