NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Dr. Bunio: “People have to stop putting themselves in a position of catching COVID-19”
A gathering is anytime you are getting a group of people together that are not in your immediate circle or your immediate household.
Chief’s Report: Tribe in negotiations to acquire gaming facility in Midwest
Every two and four years EBCI (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians) tribal citizens hear some common phrases tossed about, “balanced budget”, “increased jobs”, “additional benefit programs”, and “higher per capita payments”.
Tribal health officials urge contact tracing participation
According to health officials with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), each person testing positive for COVID-19 has had contact with 3 to 20 other people – known as direct contacts.
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
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
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.
BASKETBALL: Lady Braves get 19th win, Braves lose squeaker to Highlands
Cherokee’s varsity basketball teams split against Highlands on Tuesday, Feb. 5. The Lady Braves improved to 19-2 on the year with an impressive 77-35 win, and the Braves (11-8) lost a squeaker 53-52. Avery Mintz led the Lady Braves with 21pts followed by Alexis...
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Stephen Eric Lossiah – obituary
Stephen Eric Lossiah, 29, of Travelers Rest, SC, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Feb. 19, 2018 at his residence.
Kenneth Earl Locust – obituary
Kenneth Earl Locust, 80, of Whittier, passed away on Monday, Feb. 5, 2018 at his residence.
Laury Kay Orvis Brady – obituary
Laury Kay Orvis Brady, 65, of Whittier, passed away Monday, Feb. 12, 2018 at her residence.
HAPPENINGS
Festival of Native Peoples schedule
The Festival of Native Peoples is scheduled for July 12-13 at the Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds. The following schedule is subject to change.
DNA testing schedule for July
The following dates are available to schedule appointments for DNA collection: Monday, July 1 Tuesday, July 2 Wednesday, July 10 Friday, July 12 Wednesday, July 17 Friday, July 19 Wednesday, July 24 Friday, July 26 Wednesday, July 31 The local collection site is at...
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