NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Motor vehicle collision results in fatality on Newfound Gap Road
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Rangers responded to a report of a single-car collision along Newfound Gap Road at approximately 3:20 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8.
Tribe victim of cyber-attack, suspect arrested and arraigned
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) was the victim of a large cyber-attack on Sunday, Dec. 8, and a suspect was arrested and arraigned on Monday.
EBCI tribal leaders pass 7 percent COLA for tribal employees
Tribal employees of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) will get an early Christmas present in the form of a 7 percent COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment).
2026 4th of July Powwow
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Saunooke named to the NCSBA Board of Directors
TW Saunooke, Yellowhill School Board Rep., has been elected to the North Carolina School Board Association (NCSBA) Board of Directors for a two-year term. This election was held in Greensboro in November 2013 during the NCSBA General Assembly. Saunooke is the first...
Bushyhead receives Language Scholarship
Hana Bushyhead , an EBCI tribal member, has received the Critical Language Scholarship, one of the most competitive scholarships in the country with an acceptance rate of just 10 percent. She will participate in the intensive language program in Himeji, Japan in May...
A legacy of generosity continues
Douglas Mantooth dedicated many years of service to the Cherokee High School Student Assistance Program, and he continues to serve after his death in December 2013. As part of the funeral arrangements his wife, Mary Mantooth, and the family requested in lieu of...
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
EDITORIAL: Keeping children safe
Another academic year has begun! Children in Cherokee and surrounding towns are jumping into their classes.
Cancer Support Group says thanks
Since our beginning in October 1998, we have rejoiced in great and small victories, with gladness and with sorrow. Cancer does not discriminate. Every race is affected and the need for support is great. The struggles are not only from chemotherapy, radiation and...
EDITORIAL: Buy local
The entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well in Cherokee. There are hundreds of businesses, many owned by EBCI tribal members. In the excitement of the tourist season, we sometimes forget that our business owners and commercial property owners are year-round residents and neighbors who depend on retail sales all year long.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Mother’s Day 5K attracts 180 participants
The Mother’s Day 5K, held Saturday, May 12, attracted 180 participants with 82 runners and 98 walkers.
Attention: Prospective youth football coaches
Persons interested on coaching for the Cherokee Youth Football Organization for the 2012 season should contact Tim Smith 736-0698 or 497-9649 before Friday, June 1. If you do not meet this deadline, your name will not be considered for the 2012 season.
Running Races with Cherokee Runners
By GERRI GRADY CHEROKEE RUNNERS Several members of the Cherokee Runners competed in the 2nd annual Ramble Run in Asheville on Saturday, May 12. Runners had a choice of 5K (3.1 miles) or 12K (about 7.5 miles). Dawna Paul and Heather Driver ran the 5K...
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Denise B. Howard – obituary
Denise B. Howard passed away peacefully in Asheville Memorial Hospital on Friday, Sept. 23 in Asheville at the age of 58. Denise is survived by her husband, Dennis R. Howard; parents, Phillip and Jean Brooks; siblings, Tonya Rochester and Phil Brooks; children, Brian...
Sharon “Shoogie” Ann Sequoyah – obituary
Sharon “Shoogie” Ann Sequoyah, 49, of Cherokee passed away Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016 at Greenville Memorial Hospital in Greenville, SC.
Jenny Fay Wilson – obituary
Jenny Fay Wilson, 47, of Franklin, passed away Thursday, Sept. 8, 2016.
HAPPENINGS
A Celebration of Life for Dave “Skin” Long
April 13 from 12-6pm at his home on Bigwitch. Info: 788-9223
Healing and Wellness Coalition meeting
April 11 at 5pm at the Living Waters Church off of Goose Creek in Birdtown. All are invited. There will also be a potluck.
9th Annual Cherokee Day of Caring planned for May 16
The Cherokee Preservation Foundation, the Office of the Principal Chief of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, and Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort are once again sponsoring the annual Cherokee Day of Caring, an all-day community service event, and it will take place...
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