NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
WCU set to open vaccine clinic
Western Carolina University has received a shipment of vaccines and is prepared to launch its COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Thursday, Feb. 25.
Tribal Bingo to remain closed through at least June
Cherokee Tribal Bingo has been closed for almost a year now due to COVID-19, and officials state it will remain closed through at least the end of June.
Cherokee Nation Supreme Court issues decision that ‘by blood’ reference be stricken from Cherokee Nation Constitution
The Cherokee Nation Supreme Court ruled on Monday, Feb. 22 in a unanimous decision that the language “by blood” is void, and should be removed from Cherokee Nation’s tribal laws, including provisions within the Cherokee Nation Constitution, according to the opinion.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Cherokee Indian Fair Schedule
2015 Cherokee Indian Fair Schedule
Mountain Mediation Services announces raffle winners
The Grand Prize Winner of the 2015 Mountain Mediation Beach Raffle was announced recently. Brittany Ensley, this year’s Grand Prize Winner, will spend three nights of her choosing at Beach Colony Resorts in Myrtle Beach, SC.
Cherokees among N.C. Folklore Society Award winners
The North Carolina Folklore Society announced the 2015 recipients of its annual awards: The Community Traditions Award, and The Brown-Hudson Award on Wednesday, Sept. 23.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: March Madness and hypocrisy issue.
It’s been a busy few weeks. On the homefront, the battle of wits between the Executive and Legislative branches of tribal government continues to dominate the headlines of the local papers.
EDITORIAL: What is good is bad news?
Many things look bad. Whether you look at tribal or national politics, you can find things that will make you fearful, mad, and even disgusted.
COMMENTARY: Climate change impacts our health
Last month, I had the pleasure of attending the Climate and Health Meeting in Atlanta, Ga., hosted by former Vice President Al Gore,
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
6th Annual Trooper Shawn Blanton Scholarships awarded
At the 6th Annual Trooper Shawn Blanton Memorial Golf Tournament, held on June 14 at the Sequoyah National Golf Club, the family of Shawn Blanton recognized seven female athletes from across western North Carolina as recipients of the Shawn Blanton Scholarship.
ASU athletes, American Indian students to visit Navajo and Hopi tribal nations this weekend
TEMPE, Ariz. - Athletes and American Indian students from Arizona State University will travel to Navajo and Hopi lands this weekend to share in wellness activities and cultural exchanges. The “ASU Tribal Nations Tour” will focus on learning about native communities,...
EBCI represented at Jim Thorpe Games
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. - The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians was represented in wrestling and golf at the annual Jim Thorpe Native American Games held June 9-15 in Oklahoma City. EBCI tribal members Tavi Rivera, Michael Montelongo and Raymond Taylor competed in...
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Sam Biddix – obituary
Sam Biddix, age 73, of Sylva, passed away on Saturday, Sep. 1, 2018 at Cherokee Indian Hospital surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness.
Polly Ann Rattler – obituary
Polly Ann Rattler (Corn Husk Doll Master), 63, of the Birdtown Community, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, Aug. 31, 2018.
Deborah Rebecca Nelson Grant – obituary
Deborah Rebecca Nelson Grant, 60, passed away Friday, Aug. 24, 2018 at her home in Nantahala.
HAPPENINGS
Jackson and Swain Chapter of the Autism Society of North Carolina Parent Meeting
Aug. 12 at 6pm at Smokey Mountain Elementary School. This meeting is for parents on the autism spectrum in Jackson and Swain counties including “Dreamcatcher” parents who children attend Cherokee Central Schools, kids with ASD, teachers and other staff members, and...
WCU’s Mainstage Season includes musicals, tragedy – and zombies
A series of theatrical productions designed to keep audiences on the edge of their seats is scheduled for the 2013-14 Stage and Screen Mainstage Season at Western Carolina University – and one features a new role for a Broadway actor.
Catt Family Reunion
Aug. 10 at Yellowhill Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. The meal is potluck and will begin at 1pm.
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