NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Senate Committee holds hearing on Catawba “casino” bill
The Catawba Indian Nation, based in Rock Hill, S.C., is seeking a casino near Kings Mountain, and a Senate bill would help pave the way for them to open up for business.
Tribal Court Docket for May 8
This is a criminal docket date for the Cherokee Tribal Court. All of the defendants listed have only been charged with the crimes/offenses listed and should be considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
EBCI Housing Division expanding services to surrounding counties
The Down Payment Assistance Program and Rate Buy-Down Program will now be available to enrolled members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) living in the surrounding counties.
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COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
WCU round table panelists discuss role of education in WNC economic development
The significant role that Western North Carolina’s institutions of higher education play in making the region an attractive place for business and industry was a common thread of conversation at a round table discussion about the health of the WNC economy held Wednesday, April 17, at Western Carolina University.
New Kituwah parents hold raffle
The New Kituwah Parent Association (NKPA) recently held a raffle on two gift cards. One was a $250 Wal-Mart Card and the other was a $250 Gas Card. The drawing was held on Monday, April 22 and the winners were Curtis Arneach and Janet Arch. “Congratulations!,” NKPA...
New Kituwah celebrates nine years
The New Kituwah Academy observed its ninth anniversary on Friday, April 19 with a program called “Celebrating 9 Years Speaking the Language” for students, faculty, parents and community members. The program consisted of a series of speakers from various programs followed by a presentation in the Cherokee language by the children.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
Thank you letter from Jimmy Bradley
I would like to thank all of those who came out and voted on the 6th of June. There are many people I did not have an opportunity to speak to, but I hope to be able to at a later date. If there is anyone who would like to discuss any tribal government issue with me,...
Thank you letter from the family of Adam Lambert
The family of Adam Lambert would like to thank everyone for your prayers during Adam’s illness and passing. Thanks to Acquoni Baptist Church, Pastor Ed Kilgore, and Pastor Bo Parris. Thanks to Elder Steve Dolbee for speaking at the cemetery. A special thank you to...
Thank you Painttown!
I want to take this time to express my grateful thanks for your vote and support of my candidacy in the recent Primary Election. I look forward to hearing from you on how to make our government better. In gratitude, Terri Henry
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Smokey Mountain Youth Football playoff results/Cracker Bowl schedule
Cherokee Runners are Rockin’ the Roads!
By GERRI GRADY CHEROKEE RUNNERS October training continues for the Cherokee Runners in addition to working on personal fitness goals. Chad Bowman and Skye Littledave competed in two recent races: the Southeastern Tribes 5K and the Smoky Streak 10K and...
Lady Braves heading to 1-A Golf Regionals
The Cherokee High School Lady Braves golf team finished its season with five girls competing at Reigonals.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Timothy Hill – obituary
Timothy Hill, 35, of the Big Cove Community, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 9, 2015.
William Kenneth Haigler – obituary
William Kenneth Haigler, the son of Thomas J. and Rosemarie Wilde Haigler, born Aug. 25, 1958, passed away on June 3, 2015, with friends and family present.
Winona “Winnie” Smith Cooper – obituary
Winona “Winnie” Smith Cooper, 78, of Cherokee, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2015.
HAPPENINGS
A-Maze-ing Arts Aglow
Feb. 12 at Cherokee Elementary School. A viewing of student art work will take place from 5-6pm, and performances by the CES chorus, traditional singers, traditional dancers and the CES jump ropers will be from 6-7pm in the Chief Joyce Dugan Cultural Arts Center.
Prenatal program taking applications
The Dora Reed Tribal Child Care is currently taking applications for their prenatal program. The prenatal program is available to pregnant teens, first time parents and low income expectant mothers. This service uses a curriculum that is geared toward first time...
Wolftown Community Meeting
Feb. 11 at 7pm. Agenda to include: School Board Rep. Jessica Daniels, Tonya Jenks with information on starting youth gardens, and discussions for youth activities.
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