NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Cherokee Life Center employee tests positive for COVID-19
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Public Health and Human Services and Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority identified on Thursday, Oct. 29 one employee of the Cherokee Life Center who tested positive for COVID-19. The employee is currently isolated in their home.
Missing hiker found in the Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced on Wednesday, Oct. 28 that Search and Rescue team members found missing hiker, Fred Braden, Jr. at approximately 4 p.m.
Three Virginia tribes added to USET
Three tribal nations were welcomed as new members during the virtual Annual Board of Directors Meeting of the United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. (USET) and United South and Eastern Tribes Sovereignty Protection Fund (USET SPF) on Tuesday, Oct. 20.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
CHS students enjoy Indian dinners
In recognition of Native American Heritage Month, the Cherokee High School Cultural Program served Indian dinners on Thursday, Nov. 19. The program served to over 400 students, faculty and a few community members who just heard about it through the grapevine.
Tribe to host 2nd Annual Cherokee Lights and Legends Christmas
Again this year, the Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds will be decorated in tinsel and lights. Enjoy a winter wonderland with light tunnels guiding guests to each of the Cherokee legend sculptures that were custom-made for Cherokee and for this event.
Big Cove, Big Y named Communities of Promise
WNC Communities celebrated 66 years of community achievement through the WNC Honors Awards Program on Saturday, Nov. 7 as 250 community leaders from 14 counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians were recognized and rewarded for their exceptional community development programs at a luncheon at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Asheville.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
Tribal member frustrated with housing issues
I am writing this in regards to roadblocks I’ve been running into concerning the land transfers.
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Thank you for Council Debate support
On July 13, 20, and 27, the Cherokee One Feather conducted it first series of Tribal Council candidate debates.
EDITORIAL: When you say “Bud”, you have said it all
There is a harsh reality when it comes to alcohol consumption. Teetotalers are fast becoming a minority.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
WRESTLING: Cherokee at Hiwassee Dam
Cherokee’s middle school and high school wrestling teams traveled to Hiwassee Dam on Tuesday, Dec. 3.
BASKETBALL: Cherokee takes on Mitchell, Avery, Rosman
Results and scoring stats from Cherokee’s games against Mitchell, Avery and Rosman
SOCCER: Thompson named to All-Conference team
Darius Thompson, a senior at Cherokee High School, has been named to the Smoky Mountain All-Conference team for soccer. - One Feather staff report
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Robert “Bob” D. Parker – obituary
Robert “Bob” D. Parker, 57, of Cherokee, passed away Monday, Oct. 1, 2018 after an extended illness.
John Moses Harlan – obituary
John Moses Harlan, 39, of Cherokee, passed away Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018.
Larkin Fourkiller – obituary
Larkin Fourkiller, 78, of Franklin, passed away Sept. 29, 2018, battling cancer.
HAPPENINGS
Cherokee Youth Competitive Cheer Indian Taco Fundraiser
Sept. 20 from 11am – 2pm at the Yellowhill Community Building. $6 w/out drink, $7 w/drink. The squad will be competing in their first cheer competition this winter in Knoxville, Tenn. All proceeds will go towards competition expenses. For ordering: Jessica...
The Haunted Cove
Oct. 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, and Oct. 25-Nov. 1 from 6:30-11pm each of those nights. 7710 Big Cove Road in Cherokee. A 30-minute outdoor trail and a haunted church yard filled with ghosts, goblins, spirits and more. Cost - $5. Concessions will be served. All proceeds...
Opt-In Community Workshop
Sept. 23 from 6-8pm in the Council Chambers. Info: www.optinswnc.org
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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