NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Blackfeet Nation calls for permanent protection of Badger-Two Medicine
Following decades of threat to their cultural homeland, the Blackfeet Nation on Thursday, June 25 released a legislative proposal to permanently protect the Badger-Two Medicine as a “Cultural Heritage Area.”
Face coverings to be required on EBCI tribal lands and throughout state
Following a week of increased coronavirus (COVID-19) cases statewide and the first reported death among the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), leaders are taking increased action to help curb the spread of the virus.
Positive COVID-19 case in Graham Co. linked to church gathering
The Graham County Health Department, in collaboration with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Public Health and Human Services and the Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority, identified on Wednesday, June 24 a Graham County resident who tested positive for COVID-19 in the county and is now isolating in their home.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Livestock Judging set for Community Day at Fair
Come see beautiful animals and watch the Livestock Judging process during Community Day at the Fair beginning at 10 am on Saturday, Oct. 11 at the old Cherokee Elementary School site. Check-in is at 9:30 am and judging begins at 10am.
LaCrosse Encephalitis facts
Cherokee Pediatrics provides the community with facts about Lacrosse Encephalitis which is spread by the Tree Hole Mosquito.
PUBLIC NOTICE: Improvements made to Substance Abuse Treatment Services
Cherokee Indian Hospital and the Behavioral Health/Analenisgi staff have developed a plan to ensure a safe and secure environment for patients to begin the process of recovery from drug or alcohol dependence. Former patients will notice a big change in daily routines and safety procedures.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
EDITORIAL: Tight lines and bent rods
A good friend and local fishing guide taught me the saying “tight lines and bent rods”. It is a saying among fisherman to wish a good fishing trip to someone.
Thank you from Wilbur Paul
I want to thank Urgent Care, Emergency Room, In-Patient, and the staff who prepare the meals for the care and services I received on my recent stay at the Cherokee Indian Hospital.
EDITORIAL: Get involved on Earth Day
According to Earthday.net, Earth Day came into being in 1970. It was the brainchild of U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Cherokee Runners compete in Maggie Valley Moonlight 8K
August has been a very busy month for the Cherokee Runners. In addition to regular group runs, many members have been training for half marathons, the Marine Corps Marathon and other events.
Rosman blanks Lady Braves volleyball
Aug. 23 Rosman 3 Cherokee 0 25-14, 25-18, 25-13 Coach Arkansas commented, “Playing with two starters out due to illness and injury, our team stepped up and played tough against a very talented Rosman team. The scores do not indicate how well we played.” JV: Rosman 2...
Cherokee Youth Football schedule
Cherokee Youth Football schedule
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Darrell Katherine Barclay – obituary
Darrell Katherine Barclay, 87, of Whittier, passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2017.
Mary Hazel Lambert – obituary
Mary Hazel Lambert, 82, of the Birdtown Community in Cherokee went home Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at her residence with her loving family by her side.
Nannie Sue Ball Blanton – obituary
Nannie Sue Ball Blanton, 74, of Bryson City, went home to be with the Lord, Friday, April 28, 2017 in a Buncombe County Hospital after a short illness.
HAPPENINGS
Revival at Yellowhill Baptist
May 2-5 (morning service) at Yellowhill Missionary Baptist Church. Brother Jason “Bear” Bradley and Brother Casey Harris will be the speakers. Services will begin at 7pm nightly with special singing preceding the message. Everyone is invited.
Ball Handling and Basketball Shooting Camps
Birdtown Gym. Five-day camp will run Jun 10-14 from 9am – 5pm daily. Three-day camp will run June 10-12 from 9am – 5pm daily. Costs: Five-day camp $265, Three-day camp $195. You may save $30 on either if you register by May 11. Info: Charles (404) 425-0890,...
VA to host Eastern Regional Summit in Cherokee
WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Tribal Government Relations will host its second annual Eastern Regional Summit on May 7-8 at the Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort. The summit provides an opportunity for tribal leaders, Veterans and Veteran...
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