NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
COVID-19 positives resulting from recent Cherokee gatherings
A cluster of COVID-19 cases and two individual cases have been identified at local Cherokee gatherings in recent days according to the EBCI (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians) Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) Division.
Dr. Bunio: “People have to stop putting themselves in a position of catching COVID-19”
A gathering is anytime you are getting a group of people together that are not in your immediate circle or your immediate household.
Chief’s Report: Tribe in negotiations to acquire gaming facility in Midwest
Every two and four years EBCI (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians) tribal citizens hear some common phrases tossed about, “balanced budget”, “increased jobs”, “additional benefit programs”, and “higher per capita payments”.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
THANK YOU: Family of Maggie Lossiah thanks community
The family of Maggie Lossiah would like to take this time to say thank you to everyone who has showed support to us, not only in her passing but also during the months she was in the hospital.
The Apple House
Aromatherapy is a relatively new art in today’s society. Practiced mostly in spas, its application can be helpful and enlightening.
Hannah Ledford to compete for Miss Teen title
Hannah Ledford, an EBCI tribal member from the Birdtown Community, was recently selected to participate in the 2015 Miss Teen pageant competition that will take place on Sunday, Nov. 15.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
EDITORIAL: Let’s keep the killing to a minimum.
I have been a dog lover and owner since I was a boy. Back then, I had a dog named Dino.
EDITORIAL: Children need love, care, and heritage – in that order
The adoption, fostering, and placement of Cherokee children has been a top topic of discussion in the community from the water cooler to the Council chambers in recent months.
LETTER: Reader enjoyed Fire Mountain Trail
It was such a delight and honor to enjoy the beautiful new trails last week at Cherokee!
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
FOOTBALL: Robbinsville 52 Cherokee 0
The Robbinsville Black Knights defeated the Braves 52-0 at Ray Kinsland Stadium on Friday, Nov. 8.
WRESTLING: Several tribal members in pre-season rankings
Several EBCI tribal members appear in the pre-season 1A wrestling rankings as done by retrorankings.com including: Levi Swearengin, Cherokee, second at 126lb. Russell Bigmeat, Swain, fifth at 132lb. Jaron Bradley, Cherokee, fourth at 145lb. Nathan Craig, Robbinsville,...
Five Braves to visit UTC
Five members of the Cherokee Braves varsity football team will visit UT – Chattanooga this weekend on a recruiting trip including: - Brandon Buchanan, WR/SS, junior - Silas Littlejohn-Reed - Jason McMillan, DB/QB/WR, sophomore - ...
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Mickey Edward Rattler – obituary
Mickey Edward Rattler, 61, of the Birdtown Community, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2018. A native of Cherokee, he was the son of Elsie Wolfe Rattler of Cherokee and the late Leroy Rattler of Snowbird.
Jerri Lynn Smith Reed – obituary
Jerri Lynn Smith Reed, 41, of Cherokee, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018 at the Cherokee Indian Hospital following a brief illness.
Barbara Hornbuckle George – obituary
Barbara Hornbuckle George, 67, of the Birdtown Community, passed away Sunday, Sept. 2, 2018.
HAPPENINGS
Reunion for families of Henry and Nancy George Bradley
Oct. 12 from 1-6pm at the Oconaluftee Island Park. Bring old family favorite dishes for potluck dinner. Info: Nikki Nations (828) 342-0134 or Nancy Maney (828) 226-7382
Child and Adult Care Food Program (Agelink and Snowbird Centers)
Cherokee Boys Club, Inc. Control #8816
Cherokee Healing and Wellness Coalition to host 6th Annual Community Day
The Cherokee Healing and Wellness Coalition is hosting its 6th annual Community Day on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 11:30a.m. - 3:30p.m. at the Tsali Manor Pavilion to which everyone is invited. Please bring a traditional Cherokee food dish for the potluck lunch along...
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