NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Connecting to the ancestors: Remember the Removal riders finish their journey
The 2025 Remember the Removal riders finished their journey as they arrived in Tahlequah, Okla. for a homecoming celebration on Friday, June 20 where they each received a medal. Following a send-off event at Kituwah on Friday, May 30, the riders began their trip on Monday, June 2 in New Echota, Ga., the former capital of the Cherokee Nation.
Interior, USDA Forest Service expand mental health support for federal wildland firefighters and dispatchers
The Department of the Interior and the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service announced on Friday, June 20 that federal wildland firefighters and dispatchers now have access to expanded mental health support through a network of licensed providers.
Brew Brothers joins expansion lineup at Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel has been in constant growth since breaking ground on its $275 million expansion project in October 2022. As the project nears completion, the property is excited to announce the addition of Brew Brothers, a renowned brewpub founded by the Carano family in 1995, to its roster of amenities.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
112th Cherokee Indian Fair winners in EBCI Cooperative Extension contests
112th Cherokee Indian Fair winners in EBCI Cooperative Extension contests
112th Cherokee Indian Fair winners in Qualla Arts & Crafts contests
112th Cherokee Indian Fair winners in Qualla Arts & Crafts contests
Qualla-Ween in Scare-okee: A month of spooky fun for the whole family
This October, Cherokee invites you to celebrate Qualla-Ween in Scare-okee, a month-long series of family-friendly and spooky events. From haunted experiences rooted in Cherokee legends to kid-friendly crafts and trick-or-treating, this is a Halloween celebration like no other. Enjoy a mix of history, culture, and fun throughout the month as Cherokee transforms into Scare-okee.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
SPEAKING OF FAITH: The Old, Old Story
“If the presence of God is in the church, the church will draw the world in. If the presence of God is not in the church, the world will draw the church out.”-Charles Grandison Finney
LETTER: Statement from EBCI demands apology from Senator Tillis for offensive remarks
Last week, Senator Thom Tillis launched an emotional tirade on the Senate floor, targeting hundreds of tribal leaders and respected Native organizations with baseless accusations.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Thankful that He thinks of us
I am inspired and awestruck when I try to imagine the grandeur of our God. When I am down or lonely, depressed, or confused, I think about how God is there to lean on anytime, all the time. God is good, and these verses are meant to remind us.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
WRESTLING: Cherokee hosts Osley B. Saunooke Tournament
One Feather Staff Report CHEROKEE, N.C. – The 2023 Osley B. Saunooke Wrestling Tournament was held on Saturday, Jan. 7 at the Charles George Memorial Arena. The Cherokee Lady Braves won the women’s team title being led by Jaylynne Esquivel who took first place...
WRESTLING: SMC wrestlers participate in Great Smoky Mtn. Grapple
The 2022 Great Smoky Mountain Grapple wrestling tournament was held at the Harrah’s Cherokee Center in Asheville on Friday, Dec. 16 and Saturday, Dec. 17.
MIDDLE SCHOOL WRESTLING: Cherokee wrestlers place at SMC meet
One Feather Staff Report Photos (shown in hyperlinks) courtesy of Erin Kirkland/Cherokee Middle School ROBBINSVILLE, N.C. - The Smoky Mountain Conference Middle School championship meet was held at Robbinsville High School on Thursday, Dec. 15. Cherokee Middle...
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Bernard Kenneth Biddle Jr.
Bernard Kenneth Biddle Jr., age 73, also known as “Kenny”, passed away at Vero Health and Rehab on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, after an extended illness.
OBITUARY: Lloyd Leslie Ledford
Lloyd Leslie Ledford, age 66, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025.
OBITUARY: Tom Queen Jr.
Tom Queen Jr., 63, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, in Florida surrounded by his loving family.
HAPPENINGS
Cherokee Museum to host “Snow Moon”-themed Cherokee Heritage Day
Visit the Museum of the Cherokee Indian on Saturday, Dec. 9 for a day of fun activities celebrating the Cherokee month of Vsgiyi, known as the “Snow Moon.”
Park Invites the public to #OptOutside after Thanksgiving Day
Great Smoky Mountains National Park invites visitors to join a park ranger for a guided hike on Friday, Nov. 24 or a service opportunity on Saturday, Nov. 25.
Upcoming Pow Wows for Dec. 1-3
Note: This list of pow wows was compiled by One Feather staff. The One Feather does not endorse any of these dances. It is simply a listing of ones occurring throughout the continent. Please call before traveling.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Kenny Rogers tour cancelled, including Harrah’s Cherokee date
Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort is regretful to announce the cancellation of Kenny Rogers’ tour, including his scheduled May 26 performance at the Event Center.
Alison Kraus to perform at Harrah’s Cherokee in September
Alison Krauss is scheduled to play the Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort on Friday, Sept. 21 at 9pm. Tickets for this show go on sale on Friday, April 6 at 10am.
BOOK REVIEW: “Killers of the Flower Moon” a killer read
“Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI”, by David Grann, is a masterfully told tale that will draw the reader in.
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