NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Tribe, Indian Country working towards accurate Census count as deadline looms
Earlier in August, the Census Bureau reversed an April decision that would have extended field data collection for the 2020 Census to the end of October – instead opting for a deadline of Sept. 30 in a decision that has many in Indian Country worried about the impacts.
Cherokee Nation welcomes two Yellowstone bison to herd in Delaware County
The Cherokee Nation recently welcomed two bison bulls from Yellowstone to its herd in Delaware County.
Weekly COVID update with Dr. Bunio – “Back to School”
This week, McCoy and Dr. Bunio are joined by Dr. Linda Givens, pediatrician at CIHA, and Kayla Grzech, licensed clinical social worker at Analenisgi.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Museum offering workshops on feather capes, traditional fabric twining
The Museum of the Cherokee Indian will offer three workshops on March 12, 13, and 14 at the Museum, on making feather capes, twining, and recreating an ancient Cherokee skirt.
Museum offering Cherokee Trail Guide training
The Museum of the Cherokee Indian will offer training for EBCI tribal members who want to become certified as guides for the Cherokee Heritage Trails.
Bird serves as judge for World Hoop Dance Contest
The world’s best hoop dancers traveled to Phoenix, Ariz. for the 25th Annual World Hoop Dance Contest at the Heard Museum on Feb. 7-8.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: An independent newspaper works for open and accountable government
I was 26 years old when I was hired as editor of the Cherokee One Feather. I had no editing experience, no management experience, no supervisory experience, and I certainly had no experience putting together a budget.
Reader responds to Ledford’s commentary
William Ledford is well located in New Mexico since that is close to Harry Reid, Nancy Pelosi, and others that have helped Obama push this country to the brink of a third world country.
COMMENTARY: Observations and random thoughts (Vol. 4) – Current events
I want to start with a thought to help you get through the day. “The early bird might get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese.” And now, here we go…
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
WRESTLING: Robbinsville tops Cherokee
Cherokee’s varsity wrestling team lost 49-27 to Robbinsville during a match on Wednesday, Feb. 6. Following are full results: 106lb. – Zack Orr (Robb) won by forfeit 113lb. – Irvin Portugal (Robb) won by major decision (11-3) over Michael George (Ch) 120lb. – Ethan...
Cherokee spring sports schedules
CMS baseball/softball March 1 – vs. Hiwassee Dam, 4pm March 8 – vs. Andrews, 4pm March 12 – vs. Swain, 4:30pm March 14 – at Hayesville, 4:30pm March 18 – at Murphy, 4:30pm March 19 – vs. Martins Creek (softball only), 4:30pm March 22 – vs. Robbinsville, 4:30pm March...
FOOTBALL: Panther, Wildcatt sign letters of intent
Swain football players Corbin Panther and Jacob Wildcatt, both EBCI tribal members, signed letters of intent on Wednesday, Feb. 6 to play college football. The two signed as part of National Signing Day.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
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.
Jack Saunooke – obituary
Jack Saunooke, 80, of Whittier, went home to be with the Lord, Thursday evening Jan. 4, 2018.
HAPPENINGS
Independence Day event listings
Cherokee One Feather listing of area Independence Day events
Benefit for Pam Cucumber
June 28 at 11am at the Yellowhill Community Building. Menu: chicken, bead bread, fried potatoes, cabbage and fatback with drink. $8 Proceeds to help with expenses needed for granddaughter’s surgery in Chapel Hill. Walk-ins welcome. Delivery upon request for 5 or more...
Contemporary Gospel concert
June 26-27 at 6pm at the Big Cove Pentecostal Holiness Church. The Tree of Life band from Danville, Va. will perform. There will also be a food giveaway and a BBQ dinner.
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