NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Bill introduced into U.S. House to grant federal acknowledgement to Haliwa-Saponi
A bill has been introduced into the U.S. House of Representatives in the 119th Congress that would grant federal acknowledgment to the Haliwa-Saponi Tribe of North Carolina, a state-recognized group.
Planning Board approves plan to repurpose Cherokee Fitness Complex Pool
In an effort to save money on repairs, the Planning Board of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) has approved a plan to repurpose the pool at the Cherokee Fitness Complex. EBCI Secretary of Education Sky Sampson presented the plan to the Board during its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 22, and it was approved unanimously.
Honoring Our Values, Empowering Our People: RKLI receives support from Cherokee Preservation Foundation
The Ray Kinsland Leadership Institute (RKLI), a department of the Cherokee Boys Club, has been awarded a $336,872 grant from the Cherokee Preservation Foundation to further its mission of creating a community of selfless leaders deeply rooted in Cherokee culture for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI).
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
WCU Board of Trustees elect Casey Cooper as its chair
Western Carolina University’s (WCU) Board of Trustees elected Casey Cooper as its chair during a special called meeting Wednesday, July 10, replacing former chair Kathy Greeley, who was recently appointed to the University of North Carolina Board of Governors.
Tribal Cannery hard at work for a healthier community
On a drizzly afternoon in Aniwodihi (Painttown), two women are hard at work preserving food for the Cherokee community. The Tribal Cannery of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), which serves everyone, is located in the new Tribal Foods Distribution building at 2260 Old Mission Road in Cherokee, N.C.
Culture and language revitalization from Cherokee to Ecuador
Two members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) and alumni of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC), Colby Taylor and Juanita Paz-Chalacha, recently returned from a cultural exchange trip in Ecuador along with Kituwah Preservation Education Program Education Curriculum Developer Hartwell Francis.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Right focus
“It is very important to get out and educate for this upcoming election. We need to take a serious look at all candidates. Take the “D’s” (Democrat) and “R’s” (Republican) off the candidates.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Tough choice
Think of all those pursuits we have in life. Every one of us has them.
COMMENTARY: Talking Trees Trout Derby is family fun
The Oconaluftee River erupts into a cavalcade of sparkles as the early morning sunlight hits the water, and the sounds of laughter can be heard coming from the water and banks. Each year, over a thousand children and their families flock to the Oconaluftee Island Park on the Qualla Boundary (Cherokee, N.C.) to take part in the annual Talking Trees Children’s Trout Derby.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
CROSS COUNTRY: Cherokee teams off to a good start on season
The Cherokee High School (CHS) Braves boys cross country team hoisted the 1A West Regional championship trophy last October, and they’ve started their 2022 season in similar fashion.
FOOTBALL: Braves lose season opener to Smoky Mountain
PHOTOS By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. One Feather Staff Smoky Mtn. Mustangs 37 Cherokee Braves 0 Friday, Aug. 19; Ray Kinsland Stadium PHOTO ALBUM: Braves vs Smoky Mtn. SCORING SUMMARY 1st Quarter 3:20 – SMOKY MTN.: Jed West 53-yard pass to De’Mare Williams, Zeke...
JV FOOTBALL: Cherokee starts season with commanding win
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. One Feather Staff (Reporter’s Note: Official statistics are not taken for junior varsity games. All times and yardages are compiled by One Feather staff to the best of our ability.) The Cherokee JV Braves started their 2022 season off with...
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Christopher Hayes Calhoun “Hayes”
Christopher Hayes Calhoun “Hayes”, 64, of the Big Cove Community, passed away peacefully Sept. 26, 2024 at Frye Medical Center in Hickory, N.C. He was born July 22, 1960 to the late Walker and Evelyn Hornbuckle Calhoun.
OBITUARY: Malinda Ann Driver Mahan
Malinda Ann Driver Mahan, 70, of the Birdtown Community (originally from the Big Cove Community), went home to be with the lord on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, surrounded by family at Tsali Care Center.
OBITUARY: Robert Phillip Haire
Robert Phillip Haire, 88, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024. Phil was born May 1, 1936 in Caretta, W.V., to Herman and Pauline Jackson Haire. His family later moved to West Jefferson, N.C., where he grew up.
HAPPENINGS
Upcoming Pow Wows for Sept. 1-4
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.
Upcoming Pow Wows for Aug. 25-27
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.
Upcoming Pow Wows for Aug. 17-20
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
Adams, Goshorn win in Santa Fe
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is known for its talented artists. Two EBCI tribal members proved that to be true as they won awards at this year’s SWAIA (Southwestern Association for Indian Arts) Santa Fe Indian Market.
Bret Michaels to play Harrah’s Cherokee with Warrant, FireHouse
Bret Michaels and Special Guests Warrant and FireHouse will present their “The Party Starts Now” show at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center on Saturday, Nov. 19 at 7:20pm.
Tribal member named NACF Fellow
Luzene Hill, an EBCI tribal member, is known worldwide for her out-of-the-box visual arts.
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