NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
WCU Health building reopens after state, local officials deem it safe to return to normal operations
Western Carolina University’s Health and Human Sciences Building reopened Monday, Feb. 10 after county, state and university officials found no public health or safety issues at the building in the wake of a potential hazardous materials incident that resulted in its evacuation.
Council makes change to Beloved Women Committee
The Beloved Women Committee was established by Tribal Council in April 2018 to develop guidelines and procedures for the selection of Beloved Men and Women among the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI).
Council approves food trucks on tribal lands officially
Food trucks have operated on a limited basis in Cherokee for awhile now, but an ordinance change to the Cherokee Code paves the way for more and codifies the practice in tribal law.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
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...
Gospel singing fundraiser held at CCS
Crowds were small, but spirits were high at the gospel singing fundraiser concert at the Chief Joyce Dugan Cultural Arts Center on Saturday, March 8. This year’s concert brought in less than $50 for the Cherokee High School Student Assistance Program. The state...
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
Family of Jerry Sherrill says thank you
The family of Jerry Sherrill would like to thank everyone that was involved with the preparation of the food and purchasing. Thank you Pastor Kilgore, Acquoni Bapitist Church, for the use of the Fellowship Hall. Thank you Veronica, Bob and Jessie, Buford Smith,...
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...
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Two Cherokee Runner teams complete Smoky Mountain Relay
Two Cherokee Runner teams competed in this past weekend’s Smoky Mountain Relays.
Cherokee Runners to start Couch to 5K training program
The Cherokee Runners will begin a new Couch to 5K training program on Sunday April 29.
Sovereign Sportsman series wins Emmy
Sovereign Media Group, LLC, (SMG) originator and producer of the nationally televised hit sportsman’s television series “The Sovereign Sportsman”, took center stage at the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences annual Emmy Awards gala on Saturday, March 17.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Harry M. Cooper – obituary
Harry M. Cooper, 87, of Cherokee went home to be with the Lord Saturday, Oct. 29, 2016.
Marvin James Sutton – obituary
Marvin James Sutton, 86, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, Oct. 16, 2016.
Hattie Giles Morris – obituary
Hattie Giles Morris went to her heavenly home on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2016.
HAPPENINGS
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...
Mary Joyce lecture on Cherokee Little People
April 13 from 12:30-2pm at the Jackson County Senior Center. Joyce is the author of An Ancient Race of Little People. Info: Evelyn Gordon 631-0607
Cherokee Language classes
Thursday nights from April 4 – May 9 from 6-8pm at the Utugi Church. Beginner and advanced Cherokee Language classes will be held for the four weeks. Info: Mary Brown (828) 479-7432, 735-4253 or Shirley Oswalt (828) 479-8375, 735-9098
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