NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
UKB suspends housing program
The United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma (UKB) suspended its housing program Jan. 7. The Tribe cited direct and indirect circumstances with funding, including an incomplete audit and federal government shutdown. During the suspension the tribe won’t be providing housing services, nor will it accept applications for housing programs.
Two native women make history taking oath in Congress
For a first in the United States, two Native American women were sworn into the House of Representatives Thursday. Deb Haaland (D-N.M.) and Sharice Davids (D-Kan.) took the oaths of office as newly-elected representatives. Haaland is a member of the Pueblo of Laguna, and Davids is a member of the Ho-Chunk Nation.
Road closures, stalled pay as government shutdown impacts Cherokee economy
President Donald Trump’s insistence that the federal budget include $5 billion for a wall at the Mexican border has led to a government shut down as members of congress disagree over the funding for the project.
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Park to hold National Junior Ranger Day on April 27
Great Smoky Mountains National Park will celebrate the seventh annual National Junior Ranger Day on Saturday, April 27, from 10am – 2pm with special activities at all three of the Park’s visitor centers. Children and their families can join in a variety of free,...
¡Olé! It’s a sealant fiesta!
¡Olé!, is an old Spanish expression that is used when cheering or applauding an event. This expression was heard repeatedly during the recent “Sealant Fiesta” at Cherokee Elementary school. Third and fifth grade students had the opportunity to receive dental care...
Dr. Jill Biden to deliver commencement address at Navajo Tech
Dr. Jill Biden will deliver a commencement address this spring at Navajo Technical College in Crownpoint, NM. Dr. Biden, an educator for more than 30 years, continues to teach English full-time at a community college in Northern Virginia. She will address the 33rd...
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
Ask Dr. Per Cap: A wild ride
Dear Dr. Per Cap: I am turning 18 next week and will be getting my Minor’s Trust payment. I am psyched! I am thinking of getting a Cadillac Escalade or maybe just a Land Rover. I was wondering, what color do you think I should get it in - black or gunmetal grey? ~...
Thank you letter from Community Health Nursing
Community Health Nursing would like to thank the Microtel for their generous donation of soap and shampoo. This was used for bags we presented to 4th and 5th grade kids at Cherokee Youth Center.
Thank you from the family of Zaiden Bradley
We, the family of Zaiden Bradley, would first of all thank God and secondly, thank you for the many prayers, thoughts ,concerns and donations for our little angel. Zaiden is off of dialysis and doing good. He is still in Levine Childrens Hospital in Charlotte. A...
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Lady Braves win Section, now onto Regional Semis
The 2011-2012 Cherokee High School Lady Braves are the West Region Sectional Champions for the second time in as many years.
Cherokee Boys Club Fan Bus heading to Greensboro for Lady Braves game
2012 Moccasin Run a success
The Cherokee Runners hosted the Moccasin Run on Saturday, Feb. 25.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Carrie Sue Cagle Wood – obituary
Sue Wood, 76, of Cullowhee, passed away Saturday, April 11, 2015 after a brief illness. Born June 17, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Frank Cagle and Ruby Green Cagle.
Catherine Irene (Oocumma) Gentry
Catherine Irene (Oocumma) Gentry, 66, of the Wolftown Rd. passed away in her home following a extended illness on April 9, 2015 with her loving family at her side.
Dr. Leslie A. Smart, Jr. – obituary
Dr. Leslie Albert Smart, Jr., 88, passed away Easter Sunday, April 5, 2015 at the John F. Keever, Jr. Solace Center.
HAPPENINGS
Girl Scout Spring Break meeting
April 11 at 12pm at the Deep Creek Picnic Pavillion. Complementary Girl Scout membership available through a gift from the Swain County Community Foundation. Girls K-1, Daisies. Pack a sack lunch. Fun, games and more. Parents welcome or you can drop off. Info:...
Reba McEntire to play Harrah’s Cherokee
Her career has produced over 56 million in worldwide album sales; 63 Top 10 hits; the #1 TV sitcom for SIX consecutive years on TWO networks; successful Clothing, Footwear and Home Collections and a stint on Broadway that garnered a Drama Critics Award. Reba is also...
Fundraiser for Tim Catolster
April 5 from 11am – 1:30pm at the Painttown Gym. The fundraiser is to help with travel expenses for Tim as he prepares for a liver transplant and continues with liver cancer follow-ups. Indian tacos, dessert and drink for $7. Also, a 50/50 raffle will be held. Any...
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