NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Tribal Council Agendas for July 7, 9
Tribal Council Agendas for July 7, 9
WCU board removes name ‘Hoey’ from campus auditorium
The Western Carolina University Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution removing the name “Hoey” from a campus performance facility.
‘A little sense of normalcy’: Fireworks will fly on July 4th
Despite almost every event in Cherokee being cancelled due to the ongoing pandemic, the July 4 fireworks aren’t going anywhere.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Scholarships up for grabs at SCC’s 50th anniversary open house
Free food, giveaways and the opportunity to win scholarships and other prizes will be a part of Southwestern Community College’s 50th anniversary open house celebration on Friday, April 10 from 4-6pm at the Jackson Campus.
Miss Cherokee Report for February
February was an interesting month for me as I traveled to Washington, D.C to represent the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians at the 2015 U.S.E.T Impact week!
Wachacha receives the Hayes Award
Sarah Wachacha has been named the 2014 recipient of the Hayes Award which is presented annually to an employee of Cherokee Indian Hospital.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Observations and random thoughts. Volume Six.
Last time I was just getting into the flow but my article was deemed a lot too long and was cut into two parts.
EDITORIAL: Elk management- it’s complicated
Both the Eastern Band of Cherokee Nation Tribal Council and the North Carolina General Assembly have labored over what to do with the elk population that currently reside and commute on the Qualla Boundary, in the state and on federal lands.
COMMENTARY: Bond referendum represents wise investment for colleges, universities and WNC
As you head to your polling places for the North Carolina primary election Tuesday, March 15, an issue of major importance for the future of Western Carolina University and Southwestern Community College will be on the ballot alongside nominees for the U.S. presidency and other elected offices.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
TRACK & FIELD: Cherokee hosts four school meet
The Cherokee track and field teams hosted a four-school meet on Wednesday, April 10. Rosman’s boys took first place with a score of 87 followed by Cherokee 52, Swain 41 and Highlands 20. Team scores were not available for the girls. Following are individual results...
FOOTBALL: War Eagles produce shutout for home opener
The Western Carolina War Eagles made their home debut against the Kingsport Generals on Saturday, April 13 and showed why the league should be worried about them. The War Eagles shut out the Generals 26-0. The defense gave up minimal yards, and the offensive side...
FOOTBALL: War Eagles lose season opener
KINGPORT, Tenn. - The Western Carolina War Eagles opened their season on Saturday, April 6 against the Tennessee Crusaders who won 18-14. This year, the War Eagles are playing in the Imperial Football League (IFL). The game began with the newly created race to...
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Davina Jean “D.J.” Swayney Ricco – obituary
Heaven gained an angel on Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2017, after Davina Jean “D.J.” Swayney Ricco, 38, of Surprise, Ariz. lost a courageous battle with cancer.
Robert Lee Queen – obituary
Robert Lee Queen, 65, of the Soco Community in Cherokee, passed away Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018 at his residence.
Samuel Brady Jr. – obituary
Samuel Brady Jr., 82, of Whittier, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2018 at his residence following a brief illness.
HAPPENINGS
Wrights Creek Baptist Church Vacation Bible School
July 28 at 6p.m. Bible School will also be held July 29-July 31, starting at 6:30 each evening. Join for crafts, singing and good fellowship. There will be a class for adults also.
Benefit Lunch for Chris Arch
July 26 at 11am at the Tribal EMS Building. Frybread with chili and cheese, dessert and drink. Proceeds will go towards travel expenses to Wake Forest for kidney transplant recipient.
Bake Sale
July 22 at 8am at Peter’s Pancake. Purchase some goodies from the Relay for life team Mighty Mighty Fighters. Relay for life will be held in Cherokee on Aug. 23.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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