NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Secretary Haaland creates new Missing & Murdered Unit
Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced on Thursday, April 1 the formation of a new Missing & Murdered Unit (MMU) within the Bureau of Indian Affairs Office of Justice Services (BIA-OJS) to provide leadership and direction for cross-departmental and interagency work involving missing and murdered American Indians and Alaska Natives.
Tribal Court Judgment Summary for March 31
Tribal Court Judgment Summary for March 31
Rental assistance available to qualifying EBCI tribal members
Members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) who meet the income guidelines will be eligible for rental assistance thanks to a grant the Tribe recently recently from the U.S. Department of the Treasury Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP).
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
THANK YOU: Family of Bob Smith expresses appreciation
The family of Bob Smith would like to express our deep appreciation to those who offered such kindness, support and messages of sympathy and comfort to us in our time of sorrow.
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.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
EDITORIAL: More than just fishing
I remember from a very early age the times I spent with my grandfather on the riverbanks of western North Carolina.
COMMENTARY: Birdtown Rep. explains Power to the People vote
My decision regarding the Power to the People resolution presented to tribal council has caused some questions in the community.
EDITORIAL: Pondering the weight while we wait
A Tribal census, for the purpose of determining the weight of the vote to be cast by each Council member, shall be conducted prior to the 1981 Tribal election and prior to the election each ten years thereafter…
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
WCU program changes focus from motion pictures to film
CULLOWHEE – The Motion Picture and Television Production Program at Western Carolina University has a new name – one that program leaders say better reflects the terminology used in the industry. Approval of the new name – the Film and Television Production Program –...
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS: Hornbuckle has two fights coming up
EBCI tribal member Dan “The Handler” Hornbuckle (24-5) has two fights in the next few months. First, he is set to take on UFC veteran Dennis Hallman (51-14) at Titan Fighting Championship 26 on Friday, Aug. 30 at Union Station in Kansas City, MO. The fight is...
CROSS COUNTRY: Cherokee looking for productive year
With some depth returning to this year’s team, Cherokee cross country coach Eddie Swimmer is optimistic for a successful, productive year.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Robert Lee Goodson – obituary
Robert Lee Goodson, 62, passed away at Mission Hospital on Monday, Oct. 29, 2018.
Joseph Eugene Long – obituary
Joseph Eugene Long, better known as Joe Long, was born May 29, 1942, at St. Joseph Hospital in Asheville to Joseph George Long and Evelyn Ruby Louise (Helton) Long.
Garfield Henry Long Sr. – obituary
Garfield Henry Long Sr., 72, of Cherokee, passed away at his home on Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018.
HAPPENINGS
Public Forum on Project Lazarus
Aug. 13 at 5:30pm in the Tribal Council Chambers. Info: Juanita Wilson 736-5903 or Wjuanita41@yahoo.com
Will and Roxie Wachacha Family Reunion
Sept. 28 at 1pm at Ella Bird’s house. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Snowbird Complex. All descendants of the following children are invited: Charlie, Susie, John Wayne, Posey, Winnie, Sara, Nessie, Jarrett, James, Jack, Nancy, Oney, Jessie and Joe. ...
Qualla Arts and Crafts “Arranging and Selling From Your Booth” seminar flyer
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