NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Budget Council Overview from Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2020
Tribal Council tackled 14 pieces of legislation during its annual Budget Council session on Tuesday, Sept. 1 on a variety of topics ranging from outdoor gyms to white oak trees.
WCU ekes out new enrollment record; modest growth driven by increased retention
For the ninth time out of the past 10 years – and this fall by a small margin – Western Carolina University has experienced an increase in total enrollment, with a new record of 12,243 students enrolled for the 2020 fall semester and an all-time high retention rate.
Jackson Co. identifies COVID-19 cluster at WCU resident hall
The Jackson County Department of Public Health (JCDPH) has identified a COVID-19 cluster at a Western Carolina University (WCU) residence hall.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Business Spotlight: The Little People
Elle Bradley is capitalizing on a major opportunity presented to the Cherokee youth of today by investing the money she received from the Minor’s Fund distribution into the startup of her own business, The Little People.
Warriors raise money for Children’s Home, in traditional way
The Warriors of Anikituwah saw a need within the community, and they’re trying to do their part to help. During the recent Cherokee Voices Festival at the Museum of the Cherokee Indian, the Warriors raised $511 that they will donate to help with the construction of the new Cherokee Children’s Home.
Forest Service announces Ginseng Permit Process for 2015
The U.S. Forest Service, National Forests in North Carolina announced that forest visitors have until Wednesday, July 15 to submit their contact information to a Nantahala or Pisgah National Forest district office if they want to participate in the lottery to receive a ginseng harvest permit this year.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
EDITORIAL: Your vote counts…but where?
The last report that I am aware of with regard to a census being held is in 1991. Based on the Charter mandate, a census should have been held prior to the election in 2001.
EDITORIAL: The “truth” about drugs
Each year, all tribal employees are required to sit through one hour of drug awareness training (supervisors and managers get to endure a second hour of “how to catch a drug user and what to do if you catch one” training).
LETTER: Reader asks for support for Trail of Tears Petition
I have started a White House Petition for a series of parks along the Trail of Tears
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Asheville Tourists hold Cherokee Day
The Asheville Tourists held “Cherokee Day” during their game at McCormick Field on Saturday, Aug. 24.
FOOTBALL: Braves open season on Friday
The Cherokee Braves open their 2013 season at home against Tuscola on Friday, Aug. 23. The maroon and gold will be under the leadership of new head coach Kiah Smith who has high hopes of building a solid program.
Meet the Braves event held at CHS
The Cherokee Braves varsity football team is introduced during a Meet the Braves event on Friday, Aug. 16 for all fall sports at Cherokee High School.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Sharon Darlene Wolfe – obituary
Sharon Darlene Wolfe, 62, of the Big Cove Community in Cherokee, passed away Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at the Cherokee Indian Hospital.
Carla Francine Lossiah – obituary
Carla Francine Lossiah, 48, of the Big Cove Community in Cherokee, passed away on Saturday, May 12, 2018 unexpectedly while in her Mother’s arms.
Mary Bradley – obituary
Mary Bradley, 57, of the Painttown Community of Cherokee, passed away on Saturday, May 12, 2018 at 5:30am while at the Cherokee Indian Hospital following an extended illness.
HAPPENINGS
Alumni Night at Braves football game
The Cherokee Braves and Lady Braves fall sports teams, and the Cherokee Braves Booster club are inviting Cherokee High School Alumni to be recognized at Ray Kinsland stadium on Friday, Aug. 23 at the Cherokee vs. Tuscola football game. All alumni in attendance will be...
Cherokee Women’s Day
Nov. 2 from 10:30am – 2pm at the Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds. Exhibits, fellowship and presentations on women’s roles in tribal government, cultural ceremonies, language preservation and gadugi. Free admission, lunch and goody bags provided for all participants. ...
Memorial for Bill Reed
Sept. 2 from 5:30-9pm at the Wolftown Indian ballfield. 6pm – Indian ballgame, 7pm send-off of balloons, 7:30pm singing, 8pm pot luck dinner – please bring a covered dish to share. Everyone is invited. Bring a lawn chair. Info: Frances Reed 497-9837 or Lori Reed...
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