NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Cherokee School Board staying cautious as students return
Students returned to Cherokee Centrals Schools (CCS) on Monday, Aug. 16 with an announced enrollment of 1,410 students.
Three arrested during search warrant on Ike Tooni Road
At approximately 4:50 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 13, Cherokee Indian Police Dept. (CIPD) Officers served a search warrant at 91 Ike Tooni Road in Cherokee that led to the arrest of three individuals and the seizure of narcotics, cash, and a firearm.
Tribal Trout Hatchery undergoing major renovations
The Tribal Trout Hatchery for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is about to complete phase one of renovations that supervisors say is long overdue.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Smokies celebrates National Park Service 100th Birthday
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, dignitaries, and special guests gathered at Park Headquarters on Thursday, Aug. 25 to celebrate the 100th birthday of the National Park Service.
Mission Serve Program volunteers services to Tribe
For the past nine years, the Mission Serve Program has journied to Cherokee.
Welcome Center gearing up for the Cherokee Indian Fair Parade
The Cherokee Indian Fair is just around the corner. Preparations are already in full swing, and the theme selected for this year’s fair is “Living Cherokee Strong”.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Sen. McCain’s service is something we all should strive to mirror
We can honor his memory by returning to civil discussions over our issues and reaching out to those who oppose us to work together for the greater good.
LETTER – Family had nice time in Cherokee
Many members of my family visited us this summer.
EDITORIAL: Glimmers of hope
I encourage you to share your examples of glimmers of hope. A single glimmer or spark can be the beginning of a bonfire.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
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.
BASKETBALL: LADY BRAVES WIN CONFERENCE TITLE
Taran Swimmer, senior, got the rebound of the game and quite possibly the season when she got a clean board between two Robbinsville players in a game at home on Saturday, Feb. 15. The Lady Braves were up by 1pt (63-62) at the time.
WRESTLING: Tribal members ranked in state
With the 1A Regionals scheduled to start Saturday, Feb. 15 at Robbinsville High School, four EBCI tribal members are ranked in the recent Retrorankings.com poll including: Levi Swearengin, Cherokee, #2 at 126lb Jaron Bradley, Cherokee, #5 at 145lb Nathan Craig,...
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Carl Johnson Nations – obituary
Carl Johnson Nations, 91, of the Ela Community, passed on May 30, 2019.
Clara “Mama Sue” Dills – obituary
Clara “Mama Sue” Dills, 92, of Webster, went home to be with the Lord surrounded by her family, Monday May 27, 2019. A native of Jackson County she was the daughter of the late Phillip and Amanda Holderman.
Doug Mathews – obituary
Doug Mathews, 74, of the Towstring Community, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 21, 2019.
HAPPENINGS
Cherokee Youth Travel League Basketball has begun taking sign-ups for the 2013-2014 season
You must be between the ages of 6 and 15 to participate in the WNC Youth Basketball League. You may contact Dinah Grant 736-7615 (cell), 497-3345 (work), Ben Stamper 788-5483, or Tim Smith 736-0698 (cell) 497-9649 (work) to sign-up. New boundary lines have been...
Homecoming at the Whittier Church of God
Sept. 29 at the Whittier Church of God. The Barnes Family and the Barker Family will be singing in the Worship Service. Dinner will be served outside, weather permitting. If not, dinner will be served in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is welcome.
Digital presentation of “A Parent’s Perspective: How Parents Can Help Students Navigate the Digital Age”
Sept. 26 from 8-8:30pm in the Chief Joyce Dugan Cultural Arts Center. If you wish to register and attend the presentation, contact Suzie Terrell 554-5006
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