NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Cherokee reports first COVID-19 death; Chief Sneed to issue mask order
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) Public Health and Human Services Division (PHHS) and the Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA) confirmed on the afternoon of Monday, June 22 the first COVID-19 associated death of an EBCI tribal member.
SCC reports first COVID-19 case
Southwestern Community College officials confirmed on June 20 that a student has reported testing positive for COVID-19.
Robbinsville man sentenced to 12 years in prison for sexual abuse of a minor
Joseph Dwayne Jumper, 39, of Robbinsville, was sentenced on Thursday, June 18 to 144 months in prison for the sexual abuse of a minor
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Next phase of work on Newfound Gap Road begins in April
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced that a project to repave 4.3 miles of Newfound Gap Road will begin on April 13.
Cherokee Day of Caring event seeking volunteers
The Cherokee Preservation Foundation, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort, and the Office of the Principal Chief are sponsoring the 11th Annual Cherokee Day of Caring, an all-day community service event taking place on Thursday, May 14.
Bill Taylor Scholarship taking applications
The Bill Taylor Scholarship, named in honor of a previous Tribal Council Chairman for his involvement and encouragement in bringing the gaming industry to Cherokee.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
EDITORIAL: Come together
When it comes to serving the community, don’t miss your opportunity to set the example.
EDITORIAL: Sex, lies and video tape
As a tribal member, I was left a little bewildered by the Tribal Council sessions of the last week of March and the first week of April.
LETTER: We’re so proud of the Chief!
You don’t have to live within the Boundary to admire Chief Lambert’s courage and determination to clean up tribal government.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
TRACK & FIELD: CHS members make Honorable Mention team
Several members of the 2013 CHS track and field teams have been named Honorable Mention in the Asheville Citizen-Times All-WNC track team including: Justice Littlejohn, Stevi Sutton, Kendall Toineeta, Lydia “Le Le” Lossiah, Jordyn Thompson and Avery Mintz. All...
BASEBALL: Tribal member drafted by Royals
An EBCI tribal member was drafted by the Kansas City Royals during the Major League Baseball draft on Friday, June 7.
Cherokee Runners to stage 3rd Annual Sunset 5K
Cherokee Runners Couch to 5K is in its seventh week and will culminate in the group’s 3rd annual Sunset 5K Run/Walk that will be held on Thursday, July 4. The event will include a 1-mile fun run that begins at 7:15pm and the 5K will begin at 7:45pm. The registration fee for the 5K is $15 while the fun run is $10.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Tara Renee Pheasant – obituary
Tara Renee Pheasant, 41, of Cherokee, went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018. A native of Cherokee, she was the daughter of Katie Johnson and Allen (Butch) Hill of Cherokee. Her father was James Pheasant Sr. of Cherokee.
Sylva-Margareta Anneliese “Liese” Gravier “Rhinehart”
Sylva-Margareta Anneliese “Liese” Gravier “Rhinehart”, 66, died on Friday, Jan. 26, 2018 at The Elizabeth House after a long battle with Alzheimers.
William “Bill” Jackson Haigler – obituary
William “Bill” Jackson Haigler, 71, of Cherokee, passed away Monday, Jan. 22, 2018 at Valley View Nursing Center in Andrews.
HAPPENINGS
Reuben and Mary Jane Taylor 67th Wedding Anniversary celebration
Aug. 18 at 2pm at 1167 Wrights Creek Road in Cherokee. A meal will be served.
Hot Dog lunch to benefit Relay for Life
Aug. 9 from 11am – 2pm at the Yellowhill Community. The Native Honey Badgers are having a hot dog lunch with all proceeds benefiting Cherokee’s Relay for Life. Dinners are $5/each and will include a hot dog, chips, drink, dessert, chili and cole slaw.
Workshop on sales to be presented at Qualla
Aug. 14 from 10am – 12pm at Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual. Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual is parterning with Handmade in America to present a free two-hour workshop called "Arranging and selling from your Booth" that is open to any artist wishing to increase sales at...
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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