NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Construction at CCS nearing next milestone
Cherokee Central Schools (CCS) is just a few months away from stage two of a serious makeover of its campus.
Same-sex marriage ordinance dies in Council before consideration
An ordinance, submitted by Tamara Thompson, that sought to amend Cherokee Code Chapter 50 Article I (Marriage) that would recognize same-sex within the tribal jurisdiction of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), died on the floor without being deemed read and tabled and with no action being taken.
Unofficial Results for the 2021 EBCI Primary Election
Following are the unofficial results, as per the EBCI Board of Elections, for the 2021 Primary Election for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (names in bold advance to the General Election):
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Summer Course on Cherokee History and Culture offered at Museum
The Museum of the Cherokee Indian will offer the Cherokee History and Culture Institute July 11-15.
Bill Taylor Scholarship deadline is June 1
Applications for the Bill Taylor Scholarship are now being accepted by the Eastern Band Community Foundation.
Cherokee’s Musical Theater Department to put on Lion King Jr.
The Musial Theater Department at Cherokee High School and Middle Schools has cast the characters for their production of the Lion King Jr. which will take the stage at the Chief Joyce Dugan Cultural Center on May 5-7 at 7pm.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
LETTER: Tribe should capitalize on Cherokee Bottled Water enterprise
Isn’t it ironic how tribal leaders, and members alike, still seem to struggle with ideas of ways that would best benefit our Tribe when it comes to diversification of our business interest?
EDITORIAL: Living in dependence
I am a student of government. I hate politics, but I gravitate to discussion of public issues, and one leads to the other.
EDITORIAL: Let the Cherokee spirit live
The Cherokee people were a proud people. Known as one of the “civilized tribes”, we were known for our intelligence and industry.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
FOOTBALL: Wildcatt to play in Mississippi Bowl
EBCI tribal member Jacob Wildcatt is a member of the No. 1 ranked Georgia Military Bulldogs (11-0) who are set to play for a NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) National Championship. The Bulldogs will square off against the No. 2 East Mississippi...
BASKETBALL: Braves, Lady Braves lose season opener
RABUN GAP, Ga. – The Braves (0-1) and Lady Braves (0-1) traveled to Rabun Gap on Tuesday, Nov. 19 to open their 2013-14 season. The Braves lost 66-63 and the Lady Braves lost 59-51. Bree Stamper led the Lady Braves with 17pts followed by Kendall Toineeta with 13. ...
Wachacha is inducted into the Graham County Hall of Fame
Arnold Wachacha, an EBCI tribal member and a 1966 graduate of Robbinsville High School, was one of three athletes who was inducted into the Graham County Hall of Fame on Friday, Nov. 1. He excelled in football and basketball, playing at the varsity level all four...
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Mary Lucille Smith McCoy – obituary
Mary Lucille Smith McCoy, 78 of the Yellowhill community, went home to be with the Lord on Jan. 15, 2019.
Danny Dennis Bigwitch – obituary
Danny Dennis Bigwitch, 47, of the Wolftown Community in Cherokee, passed away Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 at his residence.
Julie Freeman Howard – obituary
Julie Freeman Howard, 63, of Bryson City formerly of Mascotte, Fla., went home to be with the Lord Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019.
HAPPENINGS
Acts wanted for Music on the River 2014
Planning has begun for the 2014 event season, and bands are needed to play at the stage downtown (Oconaluftee River Stage) adjacent to the water features. Performances will be needed beginning May 16 and will occur every Friday and Saturday until Sunday, Aug. 31,...
Community Day Gathering
Sept. 14 from 11:30am – 3:30pm at the Tsali Manor Pavillion. This event is hosted by the Cherokee Healing and Wellness Coalition and will feature a potluck of traditional foods, door prizes, fun and connections.
BOE will remain open on Friday
The EBCI Board of Elections will remain open on Friday, Aug. 30 until 4:30pm. This will be the last day to absentee vote for the September General Election. The BOE is located in the Ginger Lynn Welch Complex. Requirements for tribal members voting absentee are as...
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