NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
N.C. sports delayed until at least Sept. 1
A day after N.C. Gov. Roy Cooper announced his plans for re-opening North Carolina public schools, the NCHSAA (North Carolina High School Athletic Association) announced it is delaying all fall sports until at least Sept. 1.
N.C. schools, including Cherokee Central, will open with ‘Plan B’
After a delayed decision, Governor Roy Cooper announced on the afternoon of Tuesday, July 14 that public schools in North Carolina will be opening this fall on a limited basis.
Tribe to enter into business relationship with Innovation Capital, LLC
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is looking at commercial gaming operations in various states, and Tribal Council has approved a measure to aid in that endeavor.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
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
FOOTBALL: Tisho signs as preferred walk-on with UT
For the past several years, EBCI tribal member Greg Tisho has been one of the top receivers in western North Carolina. Next year, the Swain senior will be taking it to the next level and suiting up in the orange and white of Tennessee.
TRACK & FIELD: Cherokee hosts 1A West Regionals
Cherokee High School played host to the 1A West Regional meet on Saturday, May 4, and will be represented in four events at the state meet set for Friday, May 10 in Greensboro.
Qualla Boundary athletes compete at Special Olympics
The Qualla Boundary Special Olympics team traveled to Macon Middle School on Friday, May 3 to participate in the annual Far West Special Olympics Spring Games. The Qualla contingent consisted of 21 athletes and 25 volunteers as well as family, friends and supporters.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Russell Lee Walkingstick – obituary
Russell Lee Walkingstick, infant son of David Edwards and Ardina Walkingstick passed away on Monday, Jan. 29, 2018 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
Wanda Lee (Joe Lou) Smith Bradley – obituary
Wanda Lee (Joe Lou) Smith Bradley, 82, of the Wolftown Community, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018.
Rita M. Wildcat – obituary
Rita M. Wildcat, 67, of the Birdtown community, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2018.
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.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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